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67th Annual Starlight Revue Concert Series Hits Rock Island Tonight

July 25th, 2023
67th Annual Starlight Revue Concert Series Hits Rock Island Tonight

Join us for our 67th Annual Starlight Revue Concert Series! 5:00 – Hy-Vee Grille & Rock Island Parks Concessions 7:00-9:00 – Concert July 18 The Tailfins July 25 Josh Duffee Orchestra August 1 The Night People August 8 RAIN DATE Sponsors: Friendship Manor Rock Island HyVee Rock Island Parks & Recreation Health Alliance Learn more: CONCERT SERIES  Read More

Rock Island School Students Stay Engaged With Fun Fall Programs

November 1st, 2022
Rock Island School Students Stay Engaged With Fun Fall Programs

More than 100 students participated in Spring Forward’s Fall Intersession Camps! The camps were offered to any student in the district in grades 1st through 6th at no cost to them. During the first week of Fall Intersession (Oct. 3-Oct.7), students were able to choose between four fun, hands-on camps. They could learn art with the Figge Art Museum, science and nature with the Putnam Museum and Nahant Marsh Education Center, or Basketball and Swimming with Rock Island Parks & Recreation. This was a great opportunity for students to still be engaged over fall break and have fun doing so!  Read More

Rock Island Rockin’ Today With QC Rock Academy At Schwiebert Park

October 8th, 2022

QC Rock Academy is partnering with other local youth arts programs for a showcase of the area’s top talent in music, theater, dance, visual arts and more. The event is now being held on October 8! FEATURING: QC Rock Academy bands and solo performers Dynamic Status Gems (dance group) Spotlight Theater ……and more TBA SPONSORS: Rock Island Parks & Recreation Quad City Arts River Music Experience I-Rock 93.5FM Iowa Rock n Roll Music Association The Kelly Team at Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors Illinois Casualty Company Urban Balance Therapy & Consulting Primetime Apparel & Promotions BBG... Read More

Registration deadline is approaching for Rock Island Cheer Program

January 12th, 2022
Registration deadline is approaching for Rock Island Cheer Program

Registration deadline is approaching for Rock Island Parks and Rec’s Cheer Program.   Cheer Program – We are excited to partner with Elite Athletics of QC. Elite will lead out cheer program and bring the best instruction to the community. Elite is a professional athletic company that specializes in power tumbling & cheerleading for all ages, both competitive and non-competitive. All boys and girls will learn all basic cheerleading movements and motions, sideline cheers, basic age appropriate stunts, jumps & basic level tumbling all while being choreographed into a Half-Time... Read More

Register For Fall Programs At Rock Island Parks And Recreation!

August 19th, 2021
Register For Fall Programs At Rock Island Parks And Recreation!

Rock Island Parks and Recreation fall registration is now open. Register for fitness classes, swim lessons, youth and adult sports, check out our new and upcoming events and more! View our online Fall Activity Guide at www.rigov.org/ActivityGuide and click on an activity to register online. Activity Guides will no longer be mailed out. If you would like us to send new Activity Guide releases to you via email each season please sign up at https://bit.ly/e-FUNews. There’s a lot of fun to be had this fall!  Read More

Rock Island Parks And Recreation Rolls Out Reopening Plans

May 24th, 2020
Rock Island Parks And Recreation Rolls Out Reopening Plans

As we approach Phase 3 – Recovery in the State plan to Restore Illinois, the Rock Island Parks and Recreation Department is making plans in accordance with the Governor’s guidelines. Phase 3 is tentatively scheduled to begin May 29th. If Phase 3 is put in place, the Department will begin modified programming for groups up to 10. The following sports activities will be offered: mini youth sports skills outdoor camps including basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, xc/running, pickle ball, tennis and golf. All programs will be limited to small groups and have safety guidelines in place. Registration... Read More

Rock Island Parks And Recreation Facilities Closed Through April 8

March 26th, 2020
Rock Island Parks And Recreation Facilities Closed Through April 8

Rock Island Parks and Recreation programming and facilities including the Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center will remain closed, due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) until April 8. Activity fees for programs and events that cannot be rescheduled will be credited for future use. RIFAC memberships will be extended for the amount of time we will be closed and monthly membership fee withdrawals have been temporarily turned off. City parks and open outdoor recreation areas will remain open, however playgrounds may increase the spread of COVID-19, and therefore will be closed. The Underwater Egg... Read More

Bring the Family Out for Free Summer Movies at Longview Park

May 30th, 2019
Bring the Family Out for Free Summer Movies at Longview Park

Free family fun is always nice throughout the summer. Add a good movie and some fresh air, and you’ve got a relaxing and memorable night for all to enjoy! Join Rock Island Parks and Recreation and RIA Federal Credit Union for their 2019 Summer Movies in the Park at Longview Park (1601 18th Avenue Rock Island)! This Friday Jun 1 enjoy Hotel Transylvania 3 on the big screen. Mark your calendars for Ralph Breaks the Internet on Saturday Aug 10, as well. Movies will begin at dusk. Concessions will also be available for your snacking pleasures (cash only). The first 100 kids that arrive after 7:30... Read More

Your Favorite Underwater Egg Hunt is Back!

April 6th, 2019
Your Favorite Underwater Egg Hunt is Back!

Spring has sprung, which means it’s time for Egg Hunts! The Rock Island Parks and Recreation are spicing things up, however, with an Underwater Egg Hunt! Join the Rock Island Parks and Recreation for their 2nd Annual Underwater Egg Hunt! The hunt will take place at the Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center on Sunday Apr 7 from 1 – 3 p.m. The cost to participate in this one-of-a-kind egg hunt is only $5 per child (accompanying adult is free). New this year, registration will be completed by time category instead of age groups. Hunting times will commence every 15 minutes, with a Deep End Dive... Read More

Your Favorite Underwater Egg Hunt is Back!

March 23rd, 2019
Your Favorite Underwater Egg Hunt is Back!

Spring has sprung, which means it’s time for Egg Hunts! The Rock Island Parks and Recreation are spicing things up, however, with an Underwater Egg Hunt! Join the Rock Island Parks and Recreation for their 2nd Annual Underwater Egg Hunt! The hunt will take place at the Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center on Sunday Apr 7 from 1 – 3 p.m. The cost to participate in this one-of-a-kind egg hunt is only $5 per child (accompanying adult is free). New this year, registration will be completed by time category instead of age groups. Hunting times will commence every 15 minutes, with a Deep End Dive... Read More