Forget lazy summer days — imagine a day full of action and excitement! Mutton Bustin’ competitions. Kiddie tractor pulls. Old West comedy shows. Best-in-class livestock. All capped off with a spectacular fireworks display in the evening. Did we mention it’s all FREE? The 2019 Rock Island County Fair is kicking off its 150th celebration on Tuesday, July 16, with Free Family Day! All fairgoers will receive free gate admission on opening day, and the first 1,000 kids will get a free Frisbee. And QuadCities.com is a proud sponsor of the Fair! Activities throughout the day are geared toward kids... Read More

One of the most unique, breath-taking and magical big top shows are coming to the Quad Cities, and you won’t want to miss it! Cirque Italia is bringing their “Aquatic Spectacular” to Moline! From Aug 10 – Aug 13 performances will be taking place at SouthPark Mall near the JCPenney entrance, under the big white and blue big top tent. For a full list of performance times and ticket prices, you can visit https://cirqueitalia.com/tickets/352_Water-Circus-I-Silver-Unit-Moline-IL. This collaboration of the American dream and the tenacious leadership of one strong Italian entrepreneur, Manuel... 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 2017 Mississippi Valley Fair takes place from Aug 1-6 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 can enter the Grandstand... Read More