Free events in Quad Cities, IA

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination offers free, drop-in help for people of all ages. Staff can assist with housing support, Medicaid applications, SNAP benefits, healthcare resources, and mental health referrals, plus more. Walk in on a first-come, first-served basis, and no appointment is needed.

Chris Avey Band performs as part of Live At 5 at Common Chord, bringing live music to the Skybridge Courtyard in downtown Davenport. This family friendly summer series offers free performances. For a comfortable experience, bringing your own chair is recommended. Outside food is welcome, and outside beverages are not permitted.

Head to Great River Brewery in Davenport for a survey-fueled bar game that plays like a friendly feud. In Survey Says, compete solo or team up with as many as eight players to predict the most popular answers from polls of 100 people. The more common the response, the more points it earns, which means you can still score if your team lands in the top three. The game runs through four rounds of five questions, and each half finishes with a multiplier that first doubles then triples point values. It is free to participate, prizes are on the line, and house cash can be won. All ages are welcome. Pick up an answer pad and pencil, submit your best three guesses, and see how your team stacks up.

The Storehouse opens its doors to provide free household goods for anyone experiencing need. The selection varies and features gently used items, with some new, including kitchenware, home accents, small furniture, bedding, and baby essentials. The giveaway is hosted downstairs at Sacred City Church. Support is also available for those seeking prayer, a church to attend, or referrals to Quad Cities organizations that offer additional help. To serve more households with limited inventory, check in is required at entry and repeat visits are limited to four per calendar year.

The Historic Block Courtyard sets the scene for a relaxed summer evening of live music, cold drinks, and downtown energy. This free, all-ages concert features an opening set from Ryan Bizarri, an accomplished songwriter with Nashville roots whose resume includes the Bluebird Café and co-writes recorded in country circles. Now based in Geneseo, Illinois, he blends Midwestern storytelling with a polished Nashville touch. Wicked Liz & The Bellyswirls close the show with their long-running pop rock Americana sound. Formed in 1999, the band is known for high-energy performances, a devoted Midwest following, more than 1,200 shows, five albums, and a 2025 induction into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They carry on with strength and heart as they honor the legacy of longtime drummer Greg Hipskind. Attendees can bring a lawn chair and settle in, and seating is limited with support from Simply Amish Interiors. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from local spots including Bad Boyz Pizza and Pub, Dead Poet’s Espresso, The River House, Bent River Brewing Company, Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline, and Sins Tavern.

Settle in for an outdoor screening of Lilo & Stitch as part of the Movies in the Park series at Veterans Memorial Park. Admission is free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit comfortably on the grass. This showing is presented with support from K&K Hardware. For updates and details about any special activities planned for movie nights, follow Bettendorf Parks & Recreation on Facebook and Instagram, subscribe to the weekly newsletter, and opt in to Alert Iowa notifications.

A free meal is offered on Sundays at Palomares. Se ofrece una comida gratis los domingos en Palomares.

This outdoor concert in the park is part of an eight week live music series. The event is suitable for all ages, and bringing a lawn chair is a good idea for comfortable seating. Food and drinks will be available for purchase until sold out, including brats, hot dogs, sloppy joe, chips, slices of cream pie, pop, and bottled water. Popcorn will also be sold for $1 per bag. Please note that there is no parking along 7th Avenue.

Are you #TeamEdward or #TeamJacob? Test your knowledge of The Twilight Saga at a trivia night at The Tangled Wood in Bettendorf. It is free to play, teams can include up to eight people, house cash and prizes are up for grabs, and all ages are welcome. #ThinkAndDrinkTuesdays

Every Wednesday, fans of the Star Wars Unlimited trading card game gather for casual free play at no cost. Participants can build decks, test strategies, and talk tactics in a welcoming setting. New players are encouraged to jump in, with learn-to-play decks available to make getting started simple. Everyone who takes part receives special promo packs as a thank you. It is a friendly weekly meetup focused on sharing tips and enjoying the game together.

Lewis Knudsen makes his first appearance at The Gypsy Highway with a set that blends cover tunes and select originals. Guests can enjoy dinner alongside a free show.

Every Thursday, Over the Top Games is home to a relaxed evening focused on Pokémon. There is no entry fee, making it easy to stop by, unwind, and connect with a lively community of players and collectors. Try a new deck, trade cards with familiar faces or meet new friends, and talk through deck building strategies. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, with space for casual play, trading, and conversation among Pokémon enthusiasts.

Alternating Currents transforms Downtown Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa, and Downtown Rock Island in Illinois, into a Quad Cities celebration of music, film, comedy, and visual art. Admission is free, with no ticket required. Spanning more than 50 venues and public spaces, the festival features over 200 performances and experiences that encourage exploring bars, art spaces, performance halls, parks, patios, storefronts, and surprising pop-up locations. Rather than being confined to a single gated area, it is designed for discovery and connection, offering opportunities to encounter nationally touring artists, local creatives, film screenings, murals, comedy, interactive programming, and more while highlighting the businesses and downtown districts that shape the QC. Founded in 2017 by the Downtown Davenport Partnership, this multi-day event is powered by that organization in collaboration with the Downtown Bettendorf Organization and the Rock Island Downtown Alliance. It is presented by the Regional Development Authority and Rhythm City Casino Resort, with support from partners including Luxtown.com, the Jeff and Reggie Goldstein Family Foundation, Scott County Regional Authority, Bechtel Trust, T-Fiber, The Last Picture House, Quad City Arts, Nature’s Treatment of Illinois, Express Employment Professionals, Visit Quad Cities, and media partners KWQC, Townsquare Media, Planet 93.9, and WQPT, with Hive Event Consulting as producing partner. The Alternating Currents app helps attendees explore the lineup, locate venues, build a personal schedule, and stay up to date throughout the festival. Whether you are a longtime local or visiting for the first time, this experience offers a welcoming way to engage with the creativity and momentum of the Quad Cities.

Created for those who have completed treatment or are taking maintenance medication, this survivorship group offers a welcoming space to connect with peers who understand life after treatment. Participants can share experiences, find encouragement, and draw strength from one another. Sessions are guided by mental health professionals to support thoughtful, supportive conversation. The group meets monthly and there is no cost to attend. If you are new to CSC at Gilda's Club, a Welcome Meeting must be completed before attending. An RSVP is required. For questions, contact the Program Team at 563-326-7504.

This free, all-ages concert at Bass Street Landing features live music with food and beverages available for purchase. The lineup includes an opening performance by Lee Blackmon followed by Funktastic Five. Lawn chairs are welcome. Sponsors include Hutchison Engineering and John Deere Pavilion as stage sponsors, Sexton Ford as vehicle sponsor, Renewal by Andersen as sound sponsor, and Express Employment Pros as band sponsor. Hospitality for the series is supported by Pour Bros. Craft Taproom, Pub 1848, Restaurante El Mariachi, Bent River Brewing, Sunny Dogs, and Stoney Creek Hotel, and food and beverage vendors may rotate throughout the series. Outside alcohol is not allowed. These shows are weather dependent, and any updates or cancellations will be shared on the Moline Centre Facebook page.

A free outdoor concert spotlights 10 of Soul, a high-energy group of roughly ten musicians performing a lively mix of classic soul, funk, and blues, plus a few of their own funky arrangements. The band features four dynamic vocalists backed by a tight rhythm section and a four-piece horn line, all focused on delivering an engaging show from start to finish. Guests are welcome to bring their own food and beverages. If the weather turns, the performance will move inside the library. Part of the Summer Concert Series, made possible by the Bettendorf Public Library Foundation and supported by Title Sponsors TBK Bank and the REM Iowa Host Home Program, with additional support from The Bettendorf Rotary Club and Duck Creek Tire & Service.

Challenge your knowledge at a high-energy trivia night at Rock Island Brewing Company RIBCO. This fast-paced game runs entirely on the venue’s screens and your own device, so there are no paper answer sheets and no lag while scores are calculated. Enjoy engaging questions paired with entertaining images, GIFs, and video clips. It is free to play, you can compete solo or as a team, and prizes are up for grabs. Everyone is welcome. Hosted by Gleeful Events.

Test your knowledge with a free, all-ages trivia night at Gypsy Highway hosted by Think & Drink Trivia. The game unfolds over four rounds that increase in difficulty and point values, with categories spanning current events, history, geography, science, sports, and more. Build a team of up to eight players and compete for prizes awarded to first, second, and third place, including house cash. After each question a song plays, and teams have the duration of the track to submit an answer. Phones, web devices, and smartwatches are not allowed. Arrive early to secure a table.

Gather a team and test your knowledge at a lively team trivia experience from Think & Drink Entertainment at Five Cities Brewing in Bettendorf, IA. The game unfolds across four rounds that grow more challenging and carry higher point values, with questions spanning current events, history, geography, science, sports, and more. It is free to enter, and teams can include up to eight players. After each question a song plays, and teams have until it ends to turn in their answer. Phones, web devices, and smart watches are not permitted, so it is all about what you know. Prizes are awarded to the top three teams, with house cash up for grabs. Arrive early to secure a table.