Quad Cities Live is partnering with the Quad Cities Chamber and Visit Quad Cities to show you why the QC is the best place to be! Every week, QCL’s Morgan Ottier and Kyle Kiel will take you inside some of our strongest businesses and give you a front-row seat for the events you won’t want to miss. Because of this partnership, QCL is getting behind-the-scenes access to some of the organizations you’ve always wanted to know more about. QC, That’s Where we work best when we work together!
Humility Homes & Services has launched its $2.9 million “Community Is Us” campaign to modernize 152 housing units, expand supportive services, and meet the rising homelessness crisis in the Quad Cities with dignity, stability, and real solutions.
Visit Quad Cities invites the media and residents to a free event on Sept. 23 that explores how Rock Island Arsenal’s rich history and evolving amenities can drive regional pride and attract visitors. It's from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (with lunch included).
Local Union 25’s apprenticeship program offers free, hands-on training and classroom education to build a highly skilled workforce that powers essential infrastructure across the Quad Cities.
The Quad Cities was recently designated as a verifying destination with Wheel The World and a special event where we can learn all about it set to be hosted by Visit Quad Cities on April 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Current Iowa Hotel.
The annual weeklong celebration features a diverse lineup of locally owned eateries, cafes, breweries, and fine dining establishments. New this year is a free mobile pass for a chance to win prize gift cards.
The chamber's largest networking event of the year featuring food, drinks, live music, and prizes will happen April 2 at Bend XPO Center from 5 to 8 p.m.
QC Chamber discusses many successful projects that happened over the past year while highlighting new initiatives that can provide for future expansion of regional development.
The Patty Viverito Emerging Leader Scholarship was created to recognize outstanding leaders in women’s athletics in the QCA. This annual scholarship has been awarded since 2023. Two more local, high school female athletes will be recognized in 2025.
Visit Quad Cities is seeking people that would like to become a Certified Tourism Ambassador™ (CTA) for the Quad Cities' region. There are several upcoming class sessions available including March 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Learn more about student experience and success, how the school is constantly impacting the Quad Cities community through outreach (and more), and the future direction of Black Hawk College.
Learn more about the school's interim president and how the university, its students and faculty are deeply integrated into the community as it works to prepare a future generation of leaders and responsible citizens.
The first-ever Arts Alley Holiday Market will be open weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting Nov. 29 through Dec. 22, located at 1719 2nd Ave. in downtown Rock Island.
Visit Quad Cities has launched QC Museum Month, a month-long celebration of the diverse and unique museums throughout the region, to run Oct. 1-31. This is the tourism agency's 9th year of a dedicated observation of local museums.
QC Public Art Trail uses a mobile-based platform that features temporary and permanent sculptures, murals, and galleries where you can purchase art in the Quad Cities.
Alternating Currents is a free event showcasing 200+ live performances, films, and art-related events through Aug. 18. Here's a chance to learn more about Rock Island and Bettendorf venues.
It will be an evening featuring mesmerizing moves and cuisine at Tiphanie's on Aug. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. The dancer will also perform Aug. 17 at the Skybridge Courtyard.
More and more industry groups, collectors, and event coordinators are choosing to host their gatherings in the Quad Cities. Another example is the Street Rod Nationals through Aug. 18 at the fairgrounds.
The brewery wants to thank customers for supporting them during the latest flood. Additionally noted is that there is a new menu and Stompbox will be open early for the Bix 7.
The Bettendorf brewery's indoor restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday with an expanded menu of new, delicious offerings. Food trucks will continue to serve only on Sundays and Mondays.
The QC, THAT’S WHERE! podcast is a means to bring to life our community’s unique stores (in an entertaining manner) of the people, places, and events within our riverfront destination.
The Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP) celebrated historic private and public investments during its annual meeting on June 27 calling attention to projects, growth, and infrastructure priorities during the last fiscal year.
Learn the history, current products available to members, and the major investments into the community by the financial institution--as well as how it has become a local disrupter to traditional banking.
During National Travel and Tourism Week, this year’s theme, “Travel, Powering the Economy, Connecting America” resonates strongly in our region where it is vital in fueling economic growth, job opportunities, and enhancing overall well-being.
The craft brewery welcomes a favorite food truck with a delicious menu filled with gourmet burgers on May 17. There are also other special highlight going on including a new IPA on tap.
QC Craft Beer Week returns May 10-17 while marking a milestone 5th anniversary for the QC Ale Trail. There are several marquee events happening during the observation at participating breweries.
The dynamic event, meant to inspire and guide career paths, is free for students and employers and will be held at the RiverCenter from 9:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Learn more about the oldest brewery in the QCA, making it the second-oldest in the state of Iowa. There are current discounts and promotions happening during QC Restaurant Week through April 14.
The chamber's largest networking event of the year featuring food, drinks, live music, and prizes will happen April 11 at Waterfront Convention Center from 5 to 8 p.m.
Find out about Great Revivalist Brewery, one of the stops on the QC Ale Trail. Participants that embark on the regional craft brew trail can earn prizes along the way, too.
Learn more about the official bi-state Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO) for the region that has a mission to enhance quality of life and economic development for the area.
There are so many wonderful local staycation ideas in categories such as treating yourself, appreciating the outdoors, learning about history and culture, and family fun.
