One of the most iconic festivals in the Quad Cities Area is once again upon us. It’s time for some jazz! Bix Beiderbecke was a musical genius from our very own city of Davenport. He was a famous jazz cornetist pianist and composer. The annual Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival is not only a celebration of his accomplishments but a way to keep the genre alive. The 47th Annual Bix Festival has a new location! The festival will be held once again at the Rhythm City Casino Resort in Davenport (7077 Elmore Ave) in the Event Center. World-class jazz bands will charm you while dancers twirl and... Read More

You’ve seen the pictures. You’ve heard the stories. Now is your chance to get your own Scratch Cupcakery cupcakes! The first Scratch Curbside Quad Cities of the season is happening this Tuesday Jul 31 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Doland Jewelers (3865 Elmore Ave. Davenport)! Scratch Cupcakery is locally-owned bakery with locations in Cedar Falls, Waterloo, West Des Moines and Coralville. Scratch Curbside was introduced in August 2011 and since then has visited over 1,000 locations across Iowa and Illinois! To check out other locations that Scratch Curbside can be found this summer, check out... Read More

What a brilliant programming decision by Denny Hitchcock and the Circa ’21 brass to bring in “Mamma Mia” at this point, right before the sequel is about to hit theaters and just as summer is reaching its peak, because “Mamma Mia” is an absolutely perfect summer show. It’s fun, it’s light, it’s fizzy and it’s goofily colorful. Based on and buttressed by a succession of songs by the Swedish supergroup ABBA, “Mamma Mia” tells the story of Sophie (Courtney Groves), a 20-year-old on the cusp of getting married, with one usual request couched in an unusual predicament – she wants... Read More

One of the most highly-anticipated weeks of the summer in the Quad Cities is officially here! That’s right, it’s Mississippi Valley Fair week! The 2018 Mississippi Valley Fair takes place from Tuesday Jul 31 through Sunday Aug 5, at the fairgrounds located at 2815 West Locust Street Davenport. Horse shows, talent shows, kids karaoke contests, carnival rides, petting zoos and concerts only begin the list of the many activities you will find this year. Do you already have your Fun Card? The Mississippi Valley Fair Fun Cards allow access to the fairgrounds every day and they are the only way you... Read More

What would make a trip to the Farmers’ Market even better? That’s right! A car show! Motors at the Market, hosted by Q.C. Gearheads Carclub is happening at the Freight House Farmers’ Market (421 W River Dr. Davenport) this Sunday Jul 29 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy shopping local fresh produce, enjoy the Mighty Mississippi waterfront, enjoy a Ferris Wheel ride at Modern Woodmen Park, grab a drink at Front Street Brewery and enjoy classic, new and one-of-a-kind cars! To keep up with events at the Freight House Farmers’ Market, visit their website at https://freighthousefarmersmarket.com/. To... Read More

Hey Quad Cities, are you ready to put those horns up and enjoy an entire day filled with Metal? QC Metal Fest 2018 is happening this Saturday Jul 28 at Bierstube Moline (415 15th St. Moline) from 2 p.m. – 12 a.m. in the Blackhawk Room and out in the Biergarten. Music will play all day on the two stages, alternating inside and outside. The evening will end inside the Blackhawk Room with a metal-themed burlesque show by the MoonShine Misfits! Here is the full line-up for Metal Fest 2018: 2:20 p.m.                          Extinguish the Sun 2:50 p.m.                         ... Read More

Since 1975, runners have traveled from all over the world to the Quad Cities for a one of a kind race event. The Bix 7 brings the most elite talent to downtown Davenport for one weekend, every July. That weekend is officially upon us, once again. It’s time for some Bix 7 fun! The Running Wild Sports and Fitness Expo will be in full-swing on Thursday July 26 from 5-9 p.m. and Friday July 29 from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. The expo is a two-day event featuring vendors from the health, wellness and fitness industry including running apparel and gear, nutritional products and injury prevention. There is no... Read More

Home Free will bring their “A Country Christmas Tour” to the Adler Theatre on Thursday, December 13. The show is all ages and begins at 8:00 p.m. with doors opening at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $19.50, $34.50, $44.50, $99.50* & $249.50** and all price levels will increase by $5.50 on the day of the show. Tickets will go on sale Friday, July 27 at 10:00 a.m. online at Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, or in person at the Adler Theatre Box Office (136 E. 3rd St.). **VIP Tier 1 includes: – Front Row Ticket – (1) commemorative show VIP lanyard and laminate. (1) show... Read More

If you are looking for a delicious way to spend your Wednesday evening this week, then look no further than PUB 1848! PUB 1848 (1601 River Dr. Moline) is hosting a Rum, Chocolate and Cheese Pairing this Wednesday Jul 25! The evening will be organized in a ‘classroom-like setting’ with groups of 8 enjoying delicious rums and food pairings. The rounds of pairing sessions will begin at 5:15 p.m. and will last 45 minutes each until 8:15 p.m. Four different rums will be paired with complimentary chocolates, cheeses and fruits. Groups will sample each rum one at a time while learning a bit about... Read More

It’s been called one of the best musicals of the 21st century for its honest exploration of mental illness and pain. It’s “Next to Normal,” and it’s coming to the Blackbox, 1623 5th Ave., Moline. The story centers on Diana Goodman, a wife and mother who struggles with bipolar disorder and the effect it has on her family. The 2008 American rock musical with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt was winner of three Tony Awards (2009), including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize. Heading the cast as Diana Goodman is Shana Kulhavy. David Miller will portray her... Read More