The Downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District

Events in The District

Rock Island Grand Prix

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




Click here to view full size poster.

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.

CLICK HERE FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF STREET CLOSINGS

6th ANNUAL LABOR DAY RIDE FOR NON-HODGKIN'S LYMPHOMA

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
              
 

RIBCO presents...The Emmitt Nershi Band

Wednesday, September 22, 2010
8:00PM



The Emmitt Nershi Band
With Guest:  Chicago Farmer


Fright Night

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.

Boneyard Boogie

Saturday, October 30, 2010
7:00PM



The Halloween Party for adults!! 


RIBCO presents...The Reverend Horton Heat

Wednesday, November 10, 2010
8:00PM



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


Gallery Hop!

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.