‘Ghosts of Galesburg’ tour among things to do in Galesburg, Oct. 24-29

Six “Ghosts of Galesburg” will greet tour participants Tuesday, Oct. 27, and share stories about their roles in Galesburg’s history. Tour participants should meet at 4 p.m. on the Community Patio at the Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main St. Hot chocolate will be provided by Friends of the Library, and the free tour will run from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

‘Complete History Of America’ Coming To St. Ambrose Theater

“The Complete History of America (Abridged)” is being performed at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30-31 and Nov. 1, 8-10 at Galvin Fine Arts Center, 2101 Gaines St., Davenport, on the St. Ambrose University campus. American history has never been this hilarious!. From the founding fathers to modern-day madness, SAU Theatre...

The Best Family-Owned Restaurants In Davenport, Iowa Locals Love

Some Davenport restaurants are the kind of places people grow up with. You go as a kid, come back years later, and there is a good chance someone in the family is still running the place. That is a big part of what makes eating around the city so interesting....

10 Iowa Pizza Places That Locals Swear Serve The Best Slices In The State

Ask around Iowa about the best pizza, and you may accidentally start an argument. That is partly because everyone seems to mean something different by “good pizza.”. In Marshalltown, crisp square cuts have generations of fans. Davenport does long strips. Des Moines somehow made Crab Rangoon work on a...

Halloween 2026 in the Quad Cities: Parade Dates and Trick-or-Treat Times

Bettendorf’s parade is Saturday, Oct. 24, and Davenport’s is Sunday, Oct. 25. Neighborhood trick-or-treating takes place Oct. 31, with different hours across Iowa and Illinois. Families across the Quad Cities will have two Halloween parades this weekend, followed by neighborhood trick-or-treating on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Bettendorf’s parade...

Dani Robles, DIY venue owner, audio engineer, and musician

Dani Robles (they/them) teaches private music lessons, works as an audio engineer and a Harper College adjunct instructor, and runs the DIY venue and recording space Ericka’s House out of the home they own in Albany Park. Ericka’s House threw its first show at the end of 2025. Robles studied jazz piano as an undergrad at Lake Forest College and received a master’s degree in sound arts and industries from Northwestern University.

Smith’s Island to close temporarily to public access

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, has announced that Smith’s Island Recreation Area at Locks and Dam 14 in Pleasant Valley will be closed to public access Oct. 27-30. The closure is necessary to facilitate removal of invasive species and tree planting activities. For more information, call 309-794-4200, or email here.

Family Trunk-or-Treat and Chili Cook-off at Princeton Auto on October 30, 2026

Trunk or Treat and Chili Cook-off Coming to Princeton on October 30th. Get ready for an afternoon of Halloween fun, sweet treats, family activities, and delicious chili! Princeton Auto is gearing up for a Trunk or Treat and Chili Cook-off on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 1402 N. Main Street in Princeton, Illinois. The event will run from 4 to 6:30 PM and will offer activities for families and children to enjoy.

Annual Halloween parade will kick off downtown Davenport: See map here

Davenport’s annual Halloween parade will kick off at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, in downtown Davenport at 2nd Street and Pershing Avenue, a news release says. From festive floats and creative costumes to decorated vehicles, the parade also will include representatives from youth groups, local businesses, schools, and community organizations that will hand out candy. […]

Otium Ceramics & Studio opens in Rock Island

What The Heck Is This CORN In East Moline?

Listen to the interview with Chad Pregracke on The Dwyer & Michaels Morning Show.

Dish & Tell: Cisco’s Mexican Bar and Grill 2

MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) -Quad Cities Live continues its exciting, regular feature called “Dish & Tell” brought to you by Performance Food Services. Throughout the series, Jon Vance, Performance Foodservice Corporate Chef and Culinary Consultant, will guide viewers through some of the Quad Cities’ most delicious eating establishments while highlighting the special menu offerings offered at each stop.

Win Concert Tickets for HEAVY HALLOWEEN at Smokin’ Willies in Galesburg

Click “ENTER NOW” below to sign-up for your chance to win concert tickets for HEAVY HALLOWEEN!. HEAVY HALLOWEEN takes over Smokin’ Willies in Galesburg next Saturday night with four bands to rock your Halloween like none other!. Headliners, Telekinetic Yeti, have toured all over the country supporting...

Out & About this weekend, Oct. 23-25

To kick off a fun-filled fall weekend, head over to Osceola Grove’s Annual Weiner Roast and Kids Halloween Party. The event is happening this Friday starting at 5 p.m. at the Osceola Grove Community House at the cemetery five miles west of Bradford on Rt. 93. There will be games, costume contests and 50/50 drawing. Bring a dish to share and lawn chair or blanket to sit on, hot dogs.

Discover unique treasure with Doodads

Seasonal tips, a candy crawl invitation, and an update on their return to the Village of East Davenport… and who knows what else will happen today! That’s part of the fun of having our next guest here! Welcome back to the show – Jennifer, Owner of Doodads.

Through My Lens–Photography Exhibition, October 25

On Sunday, October 25, 2026, The Loft on Main will host an Opening Reception for a photography exhibit, featuring photos by Erie, IL, High School students. The Loft on Main gallery is located at 112 E. Main Street, in downtown Morrison, IL. Hours are from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Regular...

Downtown Davenport restaurant to close after 16 years

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar announced it will be closing after 16.5 years. In a Facebook post Monday night, the restaurant thanked its staff, customers and the Quad Cities community. Since 2010, The Phoenix has served guests gourmet entrees and appetizers accompanied with extensive wine...

This Illinois General Store Has Sold Penny Candy By The Piece Since Before The Civil War

Cardamom and fresh coffee are the first things you notice, long before your eyes adjust to the old counters and glass candy jars. In a tiny Swedish settlement surrounded by Illinois cornfields, a store built before the Civil War still sells sweets the old-fashioned way. Kids can pick out treats...

The 7 Best Chocolate Shops In Illinois Are Pure Bliss For Every Sweet Tooth Out There

Want to find the best chocolate shops in Illinois that will make your sweet tooth do a victory lap?. These 7 chocolate shops deliver handcrafted treats and pure bliss for every chocolate lover!. 1. Lagomarcino’s Confectionery (Moline) Some places just have a way of stopping you in your tracks...

This Illinois Restaurant Serves Legendary Torpedo Sandwiches Worth the Drive

A sandwich called the torpedo should arrive with a little drama, and LaGondola Spaghetti House in Galesburg does not disappoint. This unassuming North Henderson Street restaurant is known for its long, warm subs served on bread baked right in the building, turning a simple sandwich stop into something travelers remember.