This weekend in Quad Cities, IA

Fleet Feet Run Club hosts a longer-distance outing from Mercado on Fifth Community Center, following the downtown Moline riverfront. Typical distances are 5 miles or more, making it a good fit for base building, adding training miles, or enjoying a shared run. All paces are welcome, and there is also a marked social option of up to 3 miles for an easy run or walk.

CrossFit Millstone hosts a TFX Throwdown in partnership with The Fittest Experience. Teams consist of three athletes of the same gender, with divisions for RX, Intermediate, Masters, Rookie, and Community. A kids component offers individual divisions for under 8, 8 to 10, and 11 to 12, and the kids competition does not serve as a qualifier for the Kids TFX Championship. Every team completes three events. Early bird entry is 225 dollars per team, with a price increase afterward, and all sales are final. Results from 27 host throwdowns feed a single global leaderboard. Based on those standings, the top 15 teams from RX, Intermediate, and Rookie and the top 10 teams from Masters and Community receive automatic invitations to The Fittest Experience, bypassing the online qualifier, and the leaderboard remains hidden until all throwdowns conclude. This is not the only path to compete at The Fittest Experience, since teams and individuals may also enter the separate online qualifier if they prefer or if they do not earn an invite. Division guidelines help athletes choose the right fit. Community athletes typically work with a clean and jerk around 95 and 65 pounds and a snatch around 75 and 55 pounds, with movements such as jumping pull ups, hanging knee raises, scaled wall walks, and single unders. Rookie athletes should be ready for a clean and jerk around 135 and 95 pounds and a snatch around 95 and 65 pounds, plus pull ups, toes to bar, wall walks, and double unders. Intermediate athletes see clean and jerks near 185 and 125 pounds and snatches near 135 and 95 pounds, together with chest to bar pull ups, toes to bar, handstand push ups, and double unders. RX athletes prepare for clean and jerks near 225 and 155 pounds and snatches near 185 and 125 pounds, as well as muscle ups, toes to bar, pistols, handstand walks, strict handstand push ups, and double unders. Masters teams are defined by a combined team age of at least 120 years with all athletes 35 or older and follow standards close to Intermediate, including snatches around 135 and 95 pounds, clean and jerks around 185 and 125 pounds, and skills such as chest to bar pull ups, rope climbs, toes to bar, handstand push ups, and double unders.

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.

A weekly Gundam TCG event with a $12 entry fee. Rounds adjust to the number of players, and prizing scales the same way. All participants receive at least one booster for playing, along with promo packs.

This weekly Riftbound TCG tournament features a $12 entry fee. Participants may receive promos and booster packs when available. Matches use a standard best of three format, and the number of rounds is determined by attendance.

Explore your creative side at Dead Poet's Espresso in downtown Moline with a guided Paint Nite featuring the Secret Garden Door. No prior painting experience is needed. An instructor will lead the group step by step, and in about two hours you will leave with a finished piece of your own. This session welcomes ages 6 and up when accompanied by an adult, and each ticket covers one painter. While you create, enjoy the café’s offerings, including locally roasted medium and dark coffees available by the pound, plus vanilla chai and other non coffee drinks. Save $10 per ticket at checkout with code INSIDER10USA, with no limits.

Bring the whole crew for an all-ages paint and sip session at Dead Poet's Espresso LTD. You’ll paint a Secret Garden Door, working from blank canvas to finished artwork with step-by-step guidance. No experience is needed, and everything you need is included, including paint, brushes, canvas, and easels. It’s a great group outing, birthday activity, or just a fun way to spend quality time together.

A yearly Rhinelander tradition brings Hodag alumni from every class year back together to share memories and reconnect. The celebration is open to everyone, not just graduates, and is suitable for families. Live music from Caught in the Act and Another Stupid Summer sets the tone.

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.

An evening of line dancing at the Club offers fun for all abilities. The bar will be open, and a great menu of food will be available.

Goodbye June appears live in person with special guests, delivering guitar-forward rock infused with Southern blues and a gospel swing. The three cousins shaped their sound out of loss after Tyler’s brother passed in June, turning that moment into a mission to write bold, memorable anthems. Following their major label debut Magic Valley, they earned praise from Rolling Stone, placed Liberty Mother in a prominent Budweiser TV campaign and a WWE theme, and filled venues across the United States and Europe alongside Greta Van Fleet and ZZ Top. Their music has reached fans through ESPN, the NFL and NHL, as well as in Need for Speed and Madden, helping push their Spotify streams past 140 million. In 2022 they topped the UK Rock Chart with See Where The Night Goes, and they continue forward with their latest album, Deep in the Trouble.

Enjoy a night of food, drinks, and live music from Lynn Allen during Fair Week. After the performance, the celebration continues with an afterparty featuring a karaoke DJ. Cover is $5.

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.

Bring your friends for a family-friendly roller skating party at The Landing. Roller skate rentals are available for $3 while supplies last, or you can bring your own skates. Admission is $5 for all ages, and there will be concessions available at The Lodge to keep everyone fueled throughout the fun.

Enjoy a Goo Goo Dolls show with added benefits. This one day concert ticket includes early entry and pit access at the front of the stage, offering an upgraded way to experience the performance.

Fluffy unites five seasoned Chicago-area musicians who share more than three decades of devotion to Ween. With a repertoire exceeding 90 songs, their tribute spans the band’s full range, from early favorites on GodWeenSatan to tracks from La Cucaracha and beyond. Advance tickets are $15, and admission at the door is $10.

Expect a high energy night in the Quad Cities as BitterSweet Nation fills the stage at Rhythm City Casino Resort with deep grooves and vibrant vibes. The set delivers an atmosphere powered by rhythm and momentum from start to finish.

Led by veteran college coaches, this master skills camp concentrates on core fundamentals that help players elevate their game. The standard curriculum is arranged into four focus areas: hitting, infield, outfield, and speed and agility. There are also separate options for pitching and catching.

Brunch takes place at the Freight House Farmers Market.

Artists gather at Black Hawk State Historic Site for a monthly plein air session focused on creating outdoors. It begins with a friendly welcome and a short overview of plein air techniques, then participants choose their own spots in the park and work at a comfortable pace. The format is independent painting time rather than a guided workshop, with space for questions, conversation, and peer-to-peer advice. Beginners and seasoned painters alike can participate. Many people paint for one to two hours, though staying longer is fine. Bring your preferred art materials. Basic supplies will be on hand for communal use, which can help if you are trying plein air for the first time. Plan for outdoor comfort by packing sunscreen, a chair or blanket, an easel if you use one, water, and anything else you rely on while painting outside. Curiosity and unhurried observation are encouraged, as the natural setting offers plenty of inspiration. This project is supported by the Quad City Arts re-granting program Arts Dollars, with support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency, the Hubbell-Waterman Foundation, and the Quad Cities Community Foundation Isabel Bloom Art Education Endowment.

Join Jordan for a one-hour yoga session on the patio that focuses on connecting your mind, body, and breath. Expect a mix of breathwork, gentle movement, and calming meditation, and the class is suitable for all experience levels. Bring your own mat.

Over the Top Games hosts a Star Wars Unlimited tournament with best two of three matches, each capped at 55 minutes. The total number of rounds depends on turnout, and prize support increases with attendance. Every participant receives at least one booster pack. Entry is $12 and the event offers friendly competition and a chance to meet fellow fans.

Fans of the One Piece card game can take part in a Standard format gathering featuring single-game rounds. Matches run 30 minutes with an additional 5 minutes for overtime, and the schedule allows for up to four rounds. The entry fee is 12 dollars. Prize support includes promos and booster packs, scaled to attendance.

The DETOUR Band performs as part of the Bally’s Summer Patio Series at Bally’s Quad Cities Casino & Hotel, delivering a lively set of dance-ready favorites from artists like Luke Combs, Eagles, Eric Church, Journey, Morgan Wallen, Alabama, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blake Shelton, Kid Rock, Chris Stapleton, the Beach Boys, the Monkeys, Chicago, the Doobie Brothers, and more.

Enjoy a comedic whodunit that brings Edgar Allan Poe to the role of detective in Murder by Poe. Written by Jeffrey Hatcher and directed by Pam Cantrell, this 19th-century mystery mixes twists with dark humor and plenty of literary references. Doors open at 2:00 PM, and the show starts at 3:00 PM.

Enjoy favorite songs performed live on the patio when the weather cooperates. If conditions do not, the music shifts indoors so the performance can continue.

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

The Travis Reid Band brings an upbeat mix of soulful rhythms, energetic tunes, and crowd favorites to the Runner’s Park stage for an outdoor evening of live music. The atmosphere is family friendly, with plenty of room to dance, unwind, and enjoy the show as the sun goes down. Food trucks offer savory choices, desserts are available for a sweet finish, and local vendors present unique items to browse. Expect a relaxed setting with opportunities to mingle and make memories.

The Travis Ried Band returns to the East Moline Main Street event at Runners Park for another appearance.