15 Sep 2025

Back from the Dead: Discover Haunted Attractions and More in Downtown Rock Island October 11-12

By Jennifer Walker

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 15, 2025) — The Rock Island Downtown Alliance invites you to Back from the Dead, October 11-12, 2025, a weekend filled with thrills, chills and Halloween fun for all ages. Hop on a free trolley ride to explore everything from haunted houses and ghost tours, to the QC Farmers Market and the Rock Island Artists’ Market. There are plenty of family-friendly activities in the heart of Downtown Rock Island.

13 Sep 2025

Niabi Zoo: Seventh Annual Animal Art Show and Sale

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (September 13, 2025) — We are excited to announce our Seventh Annual Animal Art Show and Sale!

 Event Dates

  • September 20–21
  • September 27–28
  • October 4–5
  • October 25–26

⏰ Time: 10AM–3PM

📍 Location: Art tent in front of the gibbon habitat

11 Sep 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Hosts Career Fair for Youth September 17

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 11, 2025) — YWCA Quad Cities’ ThePlace2B is excited to announce an upcoming Career Fair for all Quad Cities youth on Wednesday, September 17, 5:30-7:PM, at YWCA Quad Cities (513 17th St, Rock Island).

09 Sep 2025

Rebuild Downtown Rock Island Celebration September 25

By Jennifer Walker
08 Sep 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Hosting Taylor Swift-Themed “Swim It Off” Sing and Swim Event

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 8, 2025) — Swifties, grab your swimsuits and get ready to Swim It Off!

YWCA Quad Cities, 513 17th Street, is excited to announce a Taylor Swift-themed Sing and Swim night at the YWCA Quad Cities Aquatic Center on September 13, 5:30-7:30PM.

Guests of all ages are invited to sing their favorite T-Swift hits, swim and splash around, and make friendship bracelets.

Tickets are $13 per person.

08 Sep 2025

Walk to End Alzheimer’s® in Quad Cities Saturday, September 13

By Lauren Livingston

DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 8, 2025) — Hundreds of Quad Cities area residents will join the Alzheimer’s Association at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, September 13, at Vibrant Arena at The Mark in Moline. Registration will occur at 8AM, with the Promise Garden Ceremony and the walk itself following at 9:30AM.

03 Sep 2025

River Action FUNdraiser Night at Great River Brewery

By Ashley Hamerlinck

DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 3, 2025) — Join us for a night of river-lovin’ banter and brews at Great River Brewery in Davenport, Iowa, on Tuesday, September 16, 5-8PM. Learn about River Action events & initiatives and discuss plans and ideas for the future of our Quad Cities riverfront and surrounding communities.

03 Sep 2025

City Loafers Ribbon-Cutting September 26

By Deanna Jensen-Valliere

DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 3, 2025) — City Loafers (inside The Current Iowa Hotel) will host a ribbon-cutting on Friday, September 26, 4PM. City Loafers is located inside The Current Iowa Hotel at 215 N Main in Davenport, Iowa.

City Loafers is expanding their dining hours to include dinner, showcasing a new dinner and cocktail menu. The Current Iowa is part of Marriott's Autograph Collection. The luxury boutique hotel features 78 rooms including thirty suites.

02 Sep 2025

New Documentary Showcases the Impact of Alternating Currents

By Jennifer Walker

BETTENDORF, IOWA (September 2, 2025) — A brand-new documentary tells the story of the Quad Cities through Alternating Currents (AC). The film tells the story of how AC was built from the ground up. It also highlights its unique impact on the Quad Cities and the artists, businesses and community members who make it possible.

26 Aug 2025

It's a Family Thing! at Butterworth Center and Deere-Wiman House Sunday September 21

By Britt Vickstrom

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (August 26, 2025) — Join us for this FREE family-friendly event at the Deere homes of Butterworth Center and Deere-Wiman House. It's a Family Thing! puts a focus on family history — yours and the Deere Family — at this activity packed afternoon.

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