02 Jun 2026

Virtual Ventures Ribbon-Cutting June 18

By Alison Ryley

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — Virtual Ventures will host a ribbon cutting to celebrate their grand opening on Thursday, June 18, 11AM.

It is located at Northpark Mall, 320 W Kimberly Rd, Ste 412, Davenport, Iowa, 52756.

Virtual Ventures has expanded into a virtual reality theme park.

We are now located at the Northpark Mall and will be open for walk-in services in addition to private parties.

02 Jun 2026

Mainstream Home Improvement Ribbon-Cutting July 8

By Alison Ryley

BETTENDORF, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — Please join us for a ribbon-cutting for Mainstream Home Improvement July 8, 4PM, with an open house to follow.

02 Jun 2026

Play All Day, Party All Night at Be Downtown June 6

By Jennifer Walker

BETTENDORF, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — The Downtown Bettendorf Organization (DBO) is excited to announce expanded programming for Be Downtown on Saturday, June 6, offering a full day of fun that transitions from a family-friendly outdoor festival to an evening of live music throughout downtown Bettendorf.

28 May 2026

Main Street Landing Pedestrian Bridge Lift

By Denise Hnytka

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 28, 2026) — Davenport’s Main Street Landing will hit a major milestone as a large section of the pedestrian bridge will be put in place on Friday, May 29, 2026.

26 May 2026

Rock Falls Tourism to Host “Salute to America 250” Celebration June 13-14, RB&W District Park

By Melinda Jones

ROCK FALLS, ILLINOIS (May 26, 2026) — Rock Falls Tourism will proudly celebrate America 250 with a special two-day event, Salute to America 250, taking place June 13 and 14, 2026, at the RB&W District Park, located at 201 E 2nd Street in Rock Falls.

26 May 2026

Geneseo Chamber of Commerce Announces 2026 Geneseo Music Festival

By Lindsie Akers MBA

GENESEO, ILLINOIS (May 26, 2026) — The Geneseo Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 58th Annual Geneseo Music Festival, taking place Father’s Day Weekend, June 19–21, 2026, in Geneseo. The festival promises a full weekend of entertainment and community celebration featuring live music, food vendors, parades, family activities, arts and crafts vendors, and events for all ages.

21 May 2026

Snag Sweet Deals at Downtown Davenport’s Lemonade Sip N’ Shop, May 30

By Anne Kirkpatrick

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 21, 2026) — Warm weather is upon us, and we’re celebrating! Join us for a FREE Lemonade Sip N’ Shop in Downtown Davenport on Saturday, May 30, 10AM-5PM. Our downtown businesses are serving up their own take on lemonade along with exclusive specials and deals.

21 May 2026

Blackhawk Bank and Trust's Expansion to the Valley Center Ribbon-Cutting June 24

By Alison Ryley

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (May 21, 2026) — Join us at 2PM, Wednesday, June 24, to celebrate Blackhawk Bank and Trust’s Recent Expansion of an additional 3,860 sq ft to serve their customers and community at The Valley Center location.

21 May 2026

Second Saturdays Presented by Gas & Electric Credit Union Returns to Downtown Rock Island | June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, and October 10, 2026

By Anne Kirkpatrick

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 21, 2026) — 2nd Saturdays presented by Gas and Electric Credit Union returns to the heart of Downtown Rock Island June 13, bringing more energy, activity, and reasons to explore downtown alongside the QC Farmers Market.

14 May 2026

Alternating Currents Announces First Music Lineup Drop for 2026 Festival

By Jennifer Walker

BETTENDORF, IOWA (May 14, 2026) — Alternating Currents has officially released the first wave of musical artists for the 2026 festival, offering an early look at the performers set to energize Downtown Davenport, Rock Island and Bettendorf August 13–16.

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