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Red, White & Boom Fireworks Returns July 3!

July 2nd, 2023
Red, White & Boom Fireworks Returns July 3!

The annual bi-state Red, White and Boom in downtown Davenport and Rock Island returns this year on July 3, 2023! Family-friendly activities will take place that evening in Davenport and Rock Island. At 9:30 p.m. fireworks will be shot, in sync to music broadcast on 97X, from two barges in the middle of the Mississippi River. Spectators can watch from free viewing areas along the riverfront including LeClaire Park in Davenport or Schwiebert Riverfront Park in Rock Island. Bring your own lawn chair. There will be plenty of activities on both sides of the river for families to enjoy ahead of the fireworks... Read More

July 4th Backyard Party at Finns Grill

July 1st, 2020
July 4th Backyard Party at Finns Grill

If you’re looking for some 4th of July plans this weekend, then look no further than Finns Grill! They may not be able to have fireworks, but they sure can throw a backyard party with a bang! Finns Grill (580 1st Street W Milan) will be hosting a July 4th Backyard Party this Saturday Jul 4 from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. with live music all day long. There is no cover charge for this party. Come enjoy lots of drink specials, lots of food special and they may just fire up the Backyard Grill if a full hour shows up.   Live music line-up: Molly Durnin                                 ... Read More

10 Fun Things To Do Week of June 28th: Independence, Magic, Music and MORE!

June 28th, 2020
10 Fun Things To Do Week of June 28th: Independence, Magic, Music and MORE!

QuadCities.com proudly presents FUN10, a list of the top 10 things to do in the Quad Cities this week, and every week! Every Sunday, we’ll drop a new FUN10, to give you a head start on your week and a heads up on what’s going on over the coming seven days. Check out FUN10 every Sunday for the details on ten awesome events happening around town. It’s a cool read, and a great way to get started planning your entertainment for the week. As the current health situation in our country continues to force the cancellation of so many regularly scheduled events in the Quad Cities, we are once again... Read More

Bettendorf Celebrating America’s Birthday in Style

July 2nd, 2019
Bettendorf Celebrating America’s Birthday in Style

The city of Bettendorf sure knows how to celebrate the holidays, and their 4th of July Festival is no exception! The 2019 4th of July Festival will take place in Bettendorf on Wednesday July 3 and Thursday Jul 4. This celebration includes crafts, food, amusement rides, live music, a parade and of course – fireworks! Kick off the holiday celebration on Wednesday Jul 3 with a FREE outdoor concert! Live music will be provided on the west stage near 18th Street and Spruce Hills Dr., beginning at 7 p.m. Enjoy local classic rock band, Hap Hazard, followed by the Army Band. Headlining at 9 p.m., Grandview... Read More

Celebrate Independence at the Genesis Firecracker Run!

July 1st, 2019
Celebrate Independence at the Genesis Firecracker Run!

It’s not a 4th of July celebration without getting your day started at the Genesis Firecracker Run! The 37th Annual Genesis Firecracker Run is happening Thursday Jul 4 in downtown East Moline. The day includes The TBK Mile, Kiddie Run, Guns ‘N’ Hoses, Aquent Hospital Bed Races, 5k Run/Walk, 10k Run, the brand-new Red Dress Division and even a Post-Race Party! The 5K and 10K races will begin at 7:30 a.m. downtown East Moline, at 8th Street and 15th Avenue. The Kiddie Run begins at 8:45 a.m. (for kids 8 and under) and the TBK Mile will commence at 9:15 a.m. Awards ceremony will follow at 9:30... Read More

Red, White & BOOM Will Explode Throughout the Quad Cities!

June 29th, 2019
Red, White & BOOM Will Explode Throughout the Quad Cities!

The 4th of July is right around the corner. This means cook-outs, parades, concerts and FIREWORKS! The Quad Cities’ largest 4th of July celebration, Red White and Boom, is happening on Wednesday Jul 3 from 5-10 p.m. This bi-state event will have activities and entertainment on both sides of the river! Whether you choose to celebrate in Iowa or Illinois, there will be no shortage of fun and enjoyment.   Modern Woodmen Park (209 S Gaines St. Davenport) offers a flurry of activities inside the ball park! Including: bounce houses (1st Baseline Party Plaza), kids activities, live music, an Oath... Read More

Celebrate Independence with Red, White and Boom!

July 2nd, 2018
Celebrate Independence with Red, White and Boom!

The 4th of July is right around the corner. This means cook-outs, parades, concerts and FIREWORKS! The Quad Cities’ largest 4th of July celebration, Red White and Boom, is happening this Tuesday Jul 3 from 5-10 p.m. This bi-state event will have activities and entertainment on both sides of the river! Whether you choose to celebrate in Iowa or Illinois, there will be no shortage of fun and enjoyment. Modern Woodmen Park (209 S Gaines St. Davenport) will be bursting with family-friendly activities, beginning at 5 p.m. Enjoy bounce houses (1st Baseline Party Plaza), kids activities, live music,... Read More