Events in The District

Labor Day Weekend
Saturday, September 4, 2010     8:30AM - 6PM
Sunday, September 5, 2010        8:30AM - 6PM

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The Rock Island Grand Prix returns for its 16th year on Labor Day Weekend.  The Rock Island Grand Prix is an independent kart racing event which draws hundreds of entries from throughout the United States and Canada, competing for a minimum purse of $25,000.

In addition to being recognized as the world's largest street race, the Grand Prix is a unique social event. With thousands of spectators lining the streets, fans and drivers alike can mingle in The District for all the racing action and evening entertainment.

Click here for a complete schedule of this year's weekend activities.

Click here to see the Rock Island Grand Prix course map.

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Saturday September 4, 2010
Sign In: 11:30AM to 1:00PM
Last bike in at 6:00 PM,

Starting & Ending at the Daiquiri Factory

1809 2nd Avenue, Rock Island

Proceeds to benefit American Cancer Society
For Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Research
              
 

Wednesday, September 22, 2010
8:00PM


The Emmitt Nershi Band
With Guest:  Chicago Farmer

Thursday, October 28, 2010
5 - 8PM

Fright Night is the Halloween party just for kids. Fright Night features a children’s costume contest, treasure hunt, scary stories, make-and-take activities. 

Fright Night is presented by the City of Rock Island Parks & Recreation, RICAP and The District.

Free admission.

Saturday, October 30, 2010
7:00PM

The Halloween Party for adults!! 

Wednesday, November 10, 2010
8:00PM


The Reverend Horton Heat
With Guests:  Split Lip Rayfield and Th' Legendary Shack Shakers

Friday, December 3, 2010
5 - 9PM

Art galleries, shops, clubs, and restaurants offer a variety of local visual and performing arts. Shop for holiday gifts.

Free admission.