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Over 80 Restaurants to Participate in 2026 QC Restaurant Week

Over 80 Restaurants to Participate in 2026 QC Restaurant Week

March 31, 2026

Quad Cities, IL/IA (March 31, 2026) - Quad Citizens and visitors alike are invited to explore the Quad Cities' vibrant culinary scene during the 14th Annual QC Restaurant Week, taking place April 6-12, 2026. Featuring a diverse lineup of more than 80 restaurants, this weeklong celebration showcases the region's local favorites and encourages participants to try something new. Standout hospitality professionals will be celebrated during the week through the Restaurant Stars program. These dedicated individuals will be surprised at their workplace in recognition of their contributions to the region’s hospitality industry and presented with a special gift from Visit Quad Cities.

The experience is enhanced with a free mobile pass powered by Bandwango, offering a seamless way to explore participating restaurants, view special deals and discounts, and check in at locations, all without downloading an app.

How it works:

  • Check in at participating restaurants to earn entries toward a gift card bundle
  • Watch Visit Quad Cities' social media for more chances to win gift cards 
  • Easily discover exclusive specials and discounts with the digital pass

Sign up for the free pass now at qcrestaurantweek.com.

Follow @QuadCities on Facebook and @VisitQuadCities on Instagram for updates. Share your QC Restaurant Week experience by tagging us and using #QCRestaurantWeek.

Watch the 2026 QC Restaurant Week video, courtesy of ‪WQAD.

Thank you to our sponsors: iHeartRadio, Iowa Pork Producers, Tri-City Equipment, WQAD

Main Media Contact
Kayla Morath
PR, Communications, and Content Coordinator
Visit Quad Cities
[email protected] | Direct: 309.736.6827 | Cell: 309.628.9222

About Visit Quad Cities
Founded in 1990, Visit Quad Cities is the region’s official destination marketing organization (DMO). Visit Quad Cities is a private 501(c)(6) non-profit engine that drives economic opportunity through tourism, builds our authentic brand, shares and sells the Quad Cities story, and enhances Quad Citizens’ quality of life and place. Accredited through Destinations International's Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP), Visit Quad Cities is recognized globally for operating at the highest level of industry standard.