Are you a heritage tractor owner? Maybe you wish you were a heritage tractor owner? Either way, this event is for you! The John Deere Pavilion will be hosting the 7th Annual Quad Cities Area Heritage Tractor Parade and Show this Saturday, Sep 8 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The John Deere Pavilion is located at 1400 River Dr Ste 100 Moline. This event features a variety of antique tractors! The parade will begin at 10 a.m. in front of the John Deere Pavilion on River Drive and will proceed to 19th Street, then on to 5th Avenue, and down 12th Street. The tractors will return to the Pavilion along River... Read More

Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of VIVA Quad Cities and the annual VIVA Quad Cities Fiesta! This Saturday, Sep 8 from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. at LeClaire Park in Davenport, VIVA Quad Cities will be hosting their annual Fiesta for all to enjoy! There is a $5 admission charge at the gate (children 12 and under are free) and free admission for those with military identification. The VIVA Quad Cities Fiesta demonstrates the growing diversity and vitality of the Hispanic community in the Quad-Cities. Food booths, arts, crafts and entertainment are highlights of the Fiesta. The various Hispanic cultures are... Read More

Do you like to laugh? Enjoy stand up comedy? Then you’re going to love this competition! The Circa 21 Speakeasy (1818 3rd Ave Rock Island) presents the Speakeasy’s Laugh Hard Challenge, a Stand Up Comedy Competition, this September. Comedians from across the Midwest and as far as Denver and St. Louis will come together to perform their best material in front of a panel of judges and you, the audience! Two preliminary rounds (Saturday Sep 8 and Saturday Sep 15) will produce 10 winners to move onto the finals on Saturday Sep 29. The winner will then not only win the title of Laugh Hard Champion... Read More

Opa! Things are going to get a little Greek around the Quad Cities, this weekend! St. George’s 14th Annual Our Big Fat Greek Festival is happening this Friday Sep 7 from 3 – 11 p.m. and Saturday Sep 8 from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. at the Saint George Greek Orthodox Church (2930 31st Ave. Rock Island). Admission is only $2 for adults. Children 12 and under are free. Bring the entire family out for Greek cuisine, culture, music, dance and fun! The Ellas Dancers of Chicago will perform dances from every region of Greece, including regions of mainland Greece, the Greek islands, Asia Minor, Pontos, and... Read More

A ray of Sunshine is coming to Circa’s Speakeasy Sept. 6. It’s nearly impossible to explain the exceptional talents of EmiSunshine, the 14-year-old prodigy from East Tennessee who has captured the nation’s attention and enchanted hearts-a-many with her musical wizardry.   Born Emilie Sunshine Hamilton, the singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has been surrounded by family members who possess a genuine love for “salt-of-the-earth” mountain melodies and lyrics. Emi embraced the classic country, blues and folk music that echoed throughout her Madisonville, Tenn. home.   Steeped... Read More

Live music, a car show, food and drinks outdoors! Is there any other way to enjoy a Wednesday evening? Head to Crabby’s Bar & Grill (826 W 1st Ave Coal Valley) this Wednesday Sep 5 at 4 p.m. for a Radioface Rockin’ Car Shop Car Show! No cover charge! Come for the Car Shop Hot Rod Night and stay for the live music from classic rock band, Radioface! Over 100 cars are expected to be on-site for your viewing pleasure. Food and beverages will be sold outside, as well. For more information on this week’s Radioface Rockin’ Car Shop Car Show, check out the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/228596447825785/. Don’t... Read More

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. How do you plan to celebrate? There is no shortage of fun activities to enjoy in the Quad Cities this Labor Day weekend, that’s for sure! Whether you plan to enjoy the weekend with family or friends, don’t forget to check out one of the local Labor Day Parades! 34th Annual Rock Island Labor Day Parade Happening... Read More

Looking for some Labor Day weekend fun? Well, there will be no shortage of excitement and entertainment downtown Rock Island! The 2018 Xtreme Rock Island Grand Prix will be taking place downtown Rock Island Sep 1-2. The Rock Island Grand Prix is the world’s largest and most prestigious go-karting street race! Powered by Mediacom, this ultimate experience in kart racing will exhilarate racers and spectators alike. This family friendly event does not charge any admission fees. In addition to karts racing around at speeds approaching 100 mph, there will be a car show and food vendors Saturday and... Read More

Someone’s knockin’ at the door at the TaxSlayer, somebody’s ringin’ the bell… and it’s Paul McCartney. The former Beatle will be performing at the Moline venue Tuesday, June 11 (time t.b.a.) and tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Sept. 7. Ticket prices will range from $26.50 to $253.00. The “Freshen Up” tour is in support of Sir Paul’s upcoming “Egyptian Station,” album releasing Sept. 7, McCartney’s 17th solo disc, featuring the singles “I Don’t Know” and Come on to Me.” For more information, see www.taxslayercenter.com.  Read More

Since opening in 1994, Blue Cat Brew Pub has been one of the favorite hangouts, restaurants and brew pubs for thousands of Quad-Citians, and been the spot for many great memories. As we near the Blue Cat’s closing date of Aug. 31, we’re asking you to share your favorite Blue Cat memories and menu items with us! Please feel free to email your favorite memories to Sean@QuadCities.com. This will be for an upcoming story about the Blue Cat, its customers and people’s favorite memories of the local hot spot. Also, please email your favorite Blue Cat menu items and beers to us as well at Sean@QuadCities.com.... Read More