Are you looking for a fun-filled day of shopping, children’s activities and a lighted Christmas parade? Then head to Geneseo this weekend! The 32nd Annual Christmas Walk in Geneseo is taking place this Saturday Dec 9! Kicking off the event, the popular Geneseo Jingle Run will take place at 8:30 a.m. This 5k event is only $20 to participate ($25 after Dec 7), and includes a commemorative t-shirt with pre-registration. You can register online for this event at https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=128152. Enjoy shopping throughout the day in downtown Geneseo. Make sure... Read More

Are you ready for a one-of-a-kind winter festival in downtown Rock Island? How about one filled with visual artists and unique gift options? It’s time for the Gallery Hop! Downtown Rock Island will transform into a winter wonderland of talent this Friday Dec 8 from 6-9 p.m. With the Downtown Rock Island Partnership, MidCoast Fine Arts has organized an amazing evening filled with Ice Sculpting, raku ceramic firing, make-your-own ornaments and much more! Each Hopper will be presented with a map that will guide them to each participating venue. And don’t worry about walking in the cold because... Read More

How would you like to enjoy some holiday Cheers! with friends and family this weekend? The 3rd Annual Davenport Bars of Christmas (DBOX) Bar Crawl is back again and better than ever this Saturday Dec 9! This event started three years with 40 close friends and has now evolved into an event with over 250 people! In the spirit of giving, DBOX will be donating all proceeds to Toys for Tots! New to this year’s event is the addition of multiple first-time participating bars to accommodate the growing number of bar crawlers. Contests with free drink prizes and even a private beer party have also been... Read More

One of the most well-known ballet classics is returning to the Quad Cities! Ballet Quad Cities and Orchestra Iowa are hitting the Adler Theatre stage with a holiday classic, The Nutcracker! You will have three opportunities to witness this magical production. Two shows will be playing on Saturday Dec 9, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Another show will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday Dec 10. Ticket prices vary and can be purchased online at http://www.balletquadcities.com/Tickets-(2).aspx or at the Adler Theatre Box Office, located at 136 E 3rd St Davenport, Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. After the 8 p.m.... Read More

Are you ready for a day filled with fun activities for all ages at the Family Museum? It’s time for Winter Fest 2017! The Family Museum, located at 2900 Learning Campus Dr. Bettendorf, will be hosting Winter Fest this Sunday Nov 3 from 12-5 p.m. with all things winter! Admission for this event is a donation for the local food pantry! Family Museum members are also asked to bring a donation for admission. Come enjoy sparkling ornament, glowing snowmen and kindness catcher making! Watch Ice Follies experiments and get a free photo taken with Santa! The Family Museum Dance Company will perform... Read More

If you are looking for a free, family-friendly holiday event with the added bonus of an opportunity for some beautiful photo backdrops, then look no further than the Hauberg Mansion in Rock Island! The 50th Annual ‘Winter in Bloom’ holiday open house will be taking place at the Hauberg Civic Center (1300 24th Street Rock Island) this Sunday Dec 3 from 12-5 p.m. New to this year’s event will be a special Photo Booth room, in addition to the other elegantly decorated rooms! Perfect for holiday family photos! Make-n-take crafts will be available for the children, as well as a scavenger hunt... Read More

Looking for a family-friendly and holiday orientated event this weekend? Then head to the Rock Island Arsenal for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! This year’s Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place this Friday Dec 1 at Heritage Hall (Bldg 60) from 4-8 p.m. Santa will be making an appearance and even posing for keepsake photos! There will also be free cookies, kids’ activities, door prize drawings and food and beverages available for purchase in the Lock & Dam Lounge. Come and check out the gingerbread houses on display for the Gingerbread House Contest! A collection for Toys for Tots... Read More

The Quad City Botanical Center is in full Winter Bloom this December and you’re invited to the inaugural Winter Night, Winter Lights evening to kick it off! This Friday Dec 1 from 6-9 p.m. Winter Night, Winter Lights will get the winter season started at the Quad City Botanical Center. Tickets are $30, and reservations are required. You can purchase tickets online at http://www.shop.qcgardens.com/Winter-Nights-ALight-Cocktail-Party-WNA.htm. Cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary champagne toast to celebrate the exclusive first-peek access to the Winter Nights, Winter Lights display... Read More

Calling all Wizards, Squibs and Muggles! Due to last year’s overwhelming success, the 2nd Annual QC Wizards Yule Ball is back in the QCA! This Saturday, Dec 2 from 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. this formal dance for students of the famous wizarding school will be happening at the Col Ballroom (1012 W 4th St Davenport). Tickets are on sale right now for $25 (plus fees) and can be purchased by going to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-qc-wizards-yule-ball-tickets-29744431395. Tickets at the door will be available for $32. This event is for adults 18 and over. While there is no strict dress code,... Read More

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy set the stage for a star-studded talent extravaganza as Disney On Ice presents Reach For The Stars at the TaxSlayer Center, this weekend! Starting on Thursday Nov 30 and going through Sunday Dec 3, there will be numerous opportunities to witness the magic and music from Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Rapunzel, Belle and much more! For a full list of show times and ticket prices, visit https://www.ticketmaster.com/disney-on-ice-presents-reach-taxslayer-center-formerly-known-as-moline-il/venueartist/49264/1742147. Come experience the magic these Disney favorites... Read More