12 Aug 2024

Alternating Currents Kick Off Activities Thursday, August 15, at Schwiebert Riverfront Park

By Jennifer Walker

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (August 12, 2024) — The Rock Island Downtown Alliance kick off to Alternating Currents presented by the Quad Cities Cultural Trust (QCCT) will begin at 5PM, Thursday, August 15, at Schwiebert Riverfront Park, celebrating the growing arts and culture sector in the Quad Cities.

5-7PM, Thursday, August 15 | Schwiebert Riverfront Park, 101 17th St, Rock Island

25 Jul 2024

Line-Up Set for Alternating Currents August 15-18 In Downtown Bettendorf

By Jennifer Walker

BETTENDORF, IOWA (July 25, 2024) — For the second consecutive year, Downtown Bettendorf Organization is hosting Alternating Currents with a mix of music and comedy performances in a variety of downtown venues.

09 Jul 2024

Theo Von: Return of The Rat is Coming to Vibrant Arena, October 13, 7PM

By Stephani Nagle

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (July 9, 2024) — Comedian and podcast host Theo Von announced his widely popular comedy tour Return of the Rat is coming to Vibrant Arena in Moline on 10/13/2024.

Tickets for the public go on sale this Thursday, July 11 at 10AM local time at https://bit.ly/3xMAhoO.

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08 Jul 2024

Popular Musical Ensemble Wendy and DB Performs at Deere-Wiman House, Moline, on July 17

By Gretchen Frick Small

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (July 8, 2024) — Nobody delivers joy in a musical package like Wendy and DB, an award-winning, multi-cultural singer/songwriting team from Chicago. They will perform as part of the Music on the Lawn series at Deere-Wiman House, 817 11 Avenue, Moline, on July 17. Daytime concerts are at 9:30AM and 1PM. The evening kicks off at 5PM with outdoor family activities, followed by the concert at 6:30PM.

25 Jun 2024

2024 River Cruise Season Begins in the QC

By Lindsey Row

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (June 25, 2024) — On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, the national river-cruise season in the Quad Cities begins with the arrival of American Cruise Line’s American Melody, docking at River Heritage Park in Davenport, 8AM.* The American Melody is part of the American Cruise Lines (ACL) fleet visiting this season, along with vessels from Viking Cruise Lines.

18 Jun 2024

Cirque du Soleil’s First Performance in Moline in Over Ten Years

By Katy O’Malley

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (June 18, 2024) — Cirque du Soleil announces its return to Moline with CRYSTAL — a one-of-a-kind production that brings the circus arts to the ice and has toured to over 135 cities in countries around the globe. CRYSTAL will make its Moline debut at Vibrant Arena at The Mark (1201 River Drive, Moline) from February 13 to 16, 2025.

17 Jun 2024

The House Flies Announce New Album "Mannequin Deposit" to Be Released July 2

By Friends of Eddie Coyle

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (June 17, 2024) — The House Flies, a captivating band that cannot be categorized into a specific genre, originating from Moline, Illinois, announce their new album called Mannequin Deposit, to be released on July 2. This release will be an interesting addition to the post-punk, goth rock, alternative, shoegaze, and grunge styles.

17 Jun 2024

Summer Excitement Returns to Downtown Davenport with Live at Five

By Tyson Danner

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 17, 2024) — With the temperatures soaring, summertime is here, and Common Chord is inviting the public to its free Live at Five free summer concert series in the Skybridge Courtyard each Friday at 5PM through August 30. The complete Live at Five schedule can be accessed at commonchordqc.org.

22 May 2024

Downtown Davenport Summer Kickoff Block Party Hosted by Common Chord

By Steve Ahrens

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 22, 2024) — In partnership with our Event Sponsor Northwest Bank and Trust, Common Chord’s Live at 5 Summer Kickoff Block Party will feature three local bands, more than sixteen community cultural organizations with their summer event information and giveaways, and, new this year — a special Afterglow Party with Quad City Arts featuring Silent Disco.

22 May 2024

Grammy Award-Winner to Perform in Muscatine on June 7

By Lynn Bartenhagen

MUSCATINE, IOWA (May 22, 2024) — Two-time Grammy award-winner Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience will bring their unique blend of New Orleans funk-reggae-world-blues-American roots music to Muscatine with two events on June 7, 2024. Leading his Zydeco Experience band, Simien has become one of the most respected and accomplished artists in American roots music. His extraordinary vocal talent and on-stage charisma beckon audience members to their feet and into the groove.

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