QUAD CITIES, Iowa and Ill. (KWQC) - There are plenty of ways to celebrate the holidays in the Quad Cities. Take a look at several of these holiday-themed events happening in December.

Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Company

Dec. 8 at Quad City Botanical Center ‘Santa and the Mrs. Visit’ (additional dates available up to New Year’s Eve and the night of New Year’s Day) in Rock Island

“Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus and take your own photos. Advanced ticket purchase highly recommended. Early time slots may sell out.”

Event organizers say the outdoor gardens will be in winter bloom with over 225,000 glowing lights, featuring new entertaining experiences. Bundle up and stroll the gardens at night and visit the outdoor events canopy for hot cocoa and treats for purchase. Bring the kids for free crafts to make.

• What? Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Company ‘Santa and the Mrs. Visit’ event
• When? Friday, Dec. 8 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Where? Quad City Botanical Center, 201 25th Street, Rock Island, 61201
• How? Regular admission. Tickets can be purchase, here
• Additional info: Click here

Fejevary Holiday Lights at Vander Veer Conservatory

Nov. 25 through Jan. 7 at Vander Veer Conservatory in Davenport

“Davenport Parks & Recreation is proud to announce the return, on Saturday, Nov. 25 of the Fejevary Holiday Lights and the Poinsettia and Holiday Lights at Vander Veer Conservatory.”

• What? Holiday lights at Vander Veer Conservatory
• When? Extended Saturday hours end Dec. 16. Open Tuesdays through Fridays and Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The conservatory is closed on Mondays. Open through Jan. 7.
• Where? Davenport, Iowa - Vander Veer Conservatory. Enter on West 12th Street and follow the directional signs.
• How? Free to attendend. Tune in to radio broadcast at 107.5 FM radio to sync with the holiday lights
• Additional info: Click here

Geneseo Christmas Walk

Dec. 9 in Geneseo, Ill.

“The Geneseo Christmas Walk is a popular annual holiday celebration in the Quad Cities region,” stated a media release from the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce. “Organizers are anticipating attendance of 8,000 to 10,000 people in Geneseo during the 2023 Geneseo Christmas Walk event. This year’s theme is ‘Gingerbread House Party’.

• What? Geneseo Christmas Walk. The event is a kaleidoscope of holiday offerings, including live music, holiday shopping, warm meals, ice sculptures, living windows, luminaries, trolley rides, and so much more, according to Zack Sullivan, Executive Director of the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce.
• When? Saturday, Dec. 9 from 8 a.m. to 8 p..m.
• Where? Geneseo, Ill.
• How? Visit shops, a list of scheduled events can be found here. Event organizers say most events are free unless otherwise indicated, some meal and warming sites will accept free will donations
• Additional information: Click here

The Nutcracker

Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Adler Theatre

“Ballet Quad Cities ‘The Nutcracker’ has been a hallmark of the holiday season in the Quad Cities for generations. The magic never ends! We pull out all the stops for this dazzling full-stage production.”

• What? Ballet Quad Cities ‘The Nutcracker’
• When? Saturday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m.
• Where? Adler Theatre, 136 East 3rd Street, Davenport, Iowa
• How? Tickets

The Nutcracker

Sunday, Dec. 10 at the Adler Theatre

“Ballet Quad Cities ‘The Nutcracker’ has been a hallmark of the holiday season in the Quad Cities for generations. The magic never ends! We pull out all the stops for this dazzling full-stage production.”

• What? Ballet Quad Cities ‘The Nutcracker’
• When? Sunday, Dec. 10 at 2 p.m.
• Where? Adler Theatre, 136 East 3rd Street, Davenport, Iowa
• How? Tickets

Luminare Christmas!

Sunday, Dec. 10 at Rhythm City Casino in Davenport

“Get ready for an unforgettable holiday experience, led by former Mannheim Steamroller keyboardist and long time musical director for Dennis DeYoung of Styx, John Blasucci. LUMINARE Christmas brings a fusion of reimagined holiday classics, high energy symphonic rock and cinematic magic. The show is an immersive experience that combines live music and special effects to create a magical holiday experience.”

• What? Luminare Christmas!
• When? Sunday, Dec. 10 from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.
• Where? Rhythm City Casino, 7077 Elmore Avenue, Davenport, Iowa in the Event Center
• How? For tickets, click here

Analog Pizza & Arcade returns with ‘QC’s largest holiday pop-up, super awesome Christmas Time III’

Now to Dec. 31 at Analog Pizza & Arcade in Moline, Ill.

Analog Pizza & Arcade, a concept by Bummer City Inc., the hospitality and creative studio behind Armored Gardens, Devon’s Complaint Dept. and Analog Arcade Bar has announced plans to bring back their ‘Christmas Pop-up, Super Awesome Christmas Time’ for a third year at their Moline location.

• What? Christmas pop-up bar
• When? Nov. 1 to Dec. 31
• Where? Analog Pizza and Arcade, 1405 5th Avenue in Moline, Ill.
• How? Click here

4th Annual Holiday Light Display at Centennial Park

Now to Dec. 23 at Centennial Park in Rock Falls, Ill.

• What? 4th Annual Holiday Light Display
• When? Fridays, Saturday, Sundays, Nov. 24 through Dec. 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
• Where? Centennial Park, 508 E. 11th St., Rock Falls, Illinois
• How? Free admission, donations are welcome
• Additional information: Click here

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