The largest helium balloon parade in the Midwest is BACK! Broadcast live by KWQC-TV6, don’t miss the annual kick-off to the holiday season in downtown Davenport. This FREE event features large helium character balloons, floats, dance groups, bands, antique cars and pageant queens all to help usher in the holiday – including a visit from Santa Claus himself! The parade route starts on 3rd Street and Pershing and goes west down 3rd Street to Scott Street. It then turns left and goes back down 2nd Street ending at 2nd Street and Iowa Avenue. Helium Balloon Parade | FREE EVENT Saturday, November... Read More

Mark your calendars for the Group O Dia de Los Muertos Parade on October 28th in Moline! 12 PM: Pre-Party at Mercado! 2 PM: Parade start time 3:30 PM: After Life Party until 8 PM! To register your entry please fill out the form in the link below. https://forms.gle/i4cxPW9hzXjN4uwJ7 The Group O Día de los Muertos Parade will start at 2 pm on Saturday, October 28th, in front of the Vibrant Arena and ending just off 19th St. and River Drive in Moline. There will be an after party on the Mercado grounds immediately following the parade. The after party headliner will be Banda Caliente starting at... Read More

It’s spooky season and it’s time to skate! The Eldridge Community Center and Skatepark will present a special seasonal Halloskate on October 29! Doors open at 1:00pm Admission: $7.00 Skate rental: $2.00 Costume contest at 3:00pm Learn more here: HALLOSKATE  Read More

Scarecrow Row is Geneseo’s favorite Halloween tradition and returns to the Geneseo City Park on Saturday October 28, 2023 from 10a-4p! As a part of Geneseo’s Scarecrow Row, children are invited to trick or treat at the Geneseo City Park among the Scarecrows from 10a-12p. Geneseo businesses will be at the park handing out candy to trick or treaters, while a Halloween photo booth will be set up on the bandshell stage. GHS Silver Cord Volunteers are encouraged to sign up to help pass out candy to trick-or-treaters. The trick-or-treating fun happens from 10a-12p, but the scarecrows will... Read More

Get spooky with a Paranormal Investigation at Quarters One on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28, 6-10 p.m. The doors will creek open at 5 p.m. and the ghoulish event begins promptly at 6 p.m. The Illinois Paranormal Research Group will start the event off with a presentation followed by questions and answers discussion. The investigation will start at 7 p.m. and the cost is $30 per person. Refreshments will be provided. For more information contact 309-782-5890. This event is open to the public with a visitor pass and 18+ years of age. Visitor’s passes can be acquired through the... Read More

It’s spooky season, and that means it is time for treats in trunks! The annual Trunk or Treat will be held on Tuesday, October 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Family Resources, 2800 Eastern Ave., Davenport in the Campus Circle Drive. Learn more: TRUNK OR TREAT  Read More

BOO! It is Niabi Zoo’s annual celebration of Merry not Scary Halloween Festivities. Many generous, local businesses will provide free treats to our Zoo guests. Wear your costumes, bring a smile, and enjoy the many annual Boo at the Zoo activities. Saturday, October 28 Boo at the Zoo Activity Hours: 10 am-3 pm Zoo Admission Hours: 10 am-5 pm, Last entry @ 4 pm Online tickets are not available for Boo at the Zoo. However, you can purchase tickets onsite on Oct 28 & 29 at the online discounted rate! Please remember that the Zoo cannot provide a separate entry line for members due to the many... Read More

Mark your calendars! Milltown is hosting their first-ever makers’ market on Saturday, October 21st, 12-4pm. There will be several local vendors selling unique, one-of-a-kind items, from handmade art to thrifted clothing & antiques. There will be live music throughout the event as well! Milltown’s coffee bar & kitchen will be open as normal and you can enjoy their new patio! Learn more: MILLTOWN MARKET    Read More

In partnership with the German American Heritage Center, the Downtown Davenport Partnership is excited to host the 2nd Annual German Fest in Kaiserslautern Square (K-Square) which provides a perfect venue for an outdoor event in the heart of downtown Davenport. This FREE event is a great way to celebrate the rich German culture in the Quad Cities while having fun in our community. It features a variety of traditional Octoberfest activities including music, food, games and beer. German Fest on Saturday, October 21, 2023, from 12–8 p.m. at K-Square 119 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA. Music: 12 –... Read More

Once again, the German American Heritage Center will present its third annual DARKER SIDE OF DAVENPORT WALKING TOUR tonight at 6:30 p.m.! The tour is about 1.3 miles long and should take an hour and a half. Grab your walking shoes and a water bottle and join us on select dates and times in October as they explore downtown Davenport and share the many haunts, murders, and mysteries that Davenport holds! Tours are $8/person Tickets will be available on Eventbrite.com and the tour will have limited spots dependent on the number of guides available. Be sure to purchase a ticket to secure your... Read More