Visit Quad Cities is proud to celebrate Black History Month by recognizing and uplifting Black-owned businesses, restaurants, and community events throughout the region. Lists of Black-owned restaurants and businesses in the Quad Cities are available on the Visit Quad Cities blog. “Visit Quad Cities is proud to highlight Black History Month as it provides an opportunity for visitors and residents […]
Visit Quad Cities will host the 2024 Major League Fishing Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Regional Championships will be held on October 10-12, 2024, in Rock Island, Illinois. This highly anticipated tournament will feature four of the 24 divisions across the country, with 160 boats (160 anglers and 160 co-anglers) competing on Mississippi River pools 13-17. Some […]
Visit Quad Cities will host the 2024 Major League Fishing Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Regional Championships will be held on October 10-12, 2024, in Rock Island, Illinois. This highly anticipated tournament will feature four of the 24 divisions across the country, with 160 boats (160 anglers and 160 co-anglers) competing on Mississippi River pools 13-17. Some […]
The NCAA has awarded the 2028 NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Regional Championship to the Quad Cities for the 2027-28 season. The championship, hosted by Visit Quad Cities in partnership with the University of Iowa and the University of Illinois, will take place at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois from May 7-10, 2028. “On behalf of […]
Visit Quad Cities announced on Monday a new addition to its self-guided destination products: The John Deere Trail, which showcases over ten points of interest featuring John Deere. Residents and visitors alike will embark on a self-guided journey through the rich heritage and innovations of John Deere. From exploring innovative products at the John Deere […]
A group of national site consultants observed that our region boasts a strong and skilled labor pool, extensive experience in metals manufacturing, a wealth of legacy businesses and crucial access to raw materials during a recent Familiarization “Fam” Tour conducted by the Quad Cities Chamber. The group also said they were impressed with the cooperation between […]
Visit Quad Cities, in partnership with Quad City Arts, has announced the addition of 30 new sculptures to the QC Public Art Trail. This development underscores the Quad Cities’ ongoing commitment to cultural engagement and further solidifies Visit Quad Cities’ declaration as the Creative Capital of the Midwest. The QC Public Art Trail is a […]
Visit Quad Cities is pleased to announce the 2024 Patty Viverito Emerging Leader Scholarship recipients. Named in honor of Patty Viverito, former senior associate commissioner at the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) and MVC football commissioner, the program recognizes female student-athletes who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership characteristics and community engagement. Applicants were tasked with submitting a […]
This year marks the golden anniversary of RAGBRAI (Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa), and once again it returns to Davenport on Saturday, July 29, just like 50 years ago. Visit Quad Cities President and CEO, Dave Herrell, along with staff members; City of Davenport Mayor Mike Matson; and Kyle Carter, Executive Director, Downtown […]
Immerse yourself in Van Gogh’s artwork like you’ve never seen it before with Van Gogh Quad-Cities! The iconic works come to life all around you, appearing and disappearing, flowing across multiple surfaces, and heightening the senses with their immense detail, this weekend at the RiverCenter/Adler Theatre in Davenport! Expanding Vincent’s universe to a sharable and […]
