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Visit Quad Cities, established in 1990, is the region’s official destination marketing organization (DMO). Through tourism, Visit Quad Cities generates economic growth, fosters the visitor economy, and elevates the regional destination's global presence. An accredited DMO through Destinations International’s DMAP program, Visit Quad Cities promotes the regional brand, drives economic opportunities, invigorates visitor experience, and enhances the quality of life and place for all Quad Citizens.

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Meetings

Meet You In The QC!

Plan your next event, meeting, conference, convention, or reunion in the Quad Cities. We have endless possibilities, exciting entertainment options, diverse attractions, unique venue options, and 6,500+ hotel rooms to accommodate your attendees. Plus, we make it easy for you by providing dependable and customized service.

The Visit Quad Cities team looks forward to working with you and welcoming you and your attendees to the QC bi-state region. Read more about our services, properties, and unique venues through the information provided below. We also encourage you to flip through the pages of our online Meeting Planner Guide. And feel free to reach out to us to request a proposal. We would love an opportunity to show you what we have and can do for you.

Learn about our Meeting Planner Incentive.

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Group Travel

Get The Group Together Here

People visit the Quad Cities for a variety of reasons — the Mississippi River, riverboat cruises, live music, festivals and events, historic sites, museums, casinos, outdoor recreation, biking trails, arts, culture, golf, wineries, craft beers, and shopping. You’ll love our famous Midwestern spirit.

With resources galore to help Group Tour Planners develop their ideal tour, we make tours in the QC a breeze. We'll help you customize your trip with a variety of attractions and activities designed to make your visit unforgettable

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How to spend your 4th of July in the QC

Celebrate the 4th of July the QC way! Read More

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Quad Cities Gears Up to Celebrate America 250 Across Region

The Quad Cities has some star-spangled fun lined up this summer as America celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding – from history come to life at Music Guild in Moline and American art at the Figge Art Museum in Davenport, to the annual Red, White and Boom on both sides of the river and Firecracker Run in East Moline. Read More

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Everything to do in the Quad Cities in June

June is here meaning summer has finally arrived. It's a busy time in the Quad Cities, full of events to pack our schedules. Here's a list of events, festivals, concerts, and activities to make the most of this month. Read More

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Channel Cat Water Taxi returns for season, with new music series

The Channel Cat Water Taxi is back prowling the Mighty Mississippi for its 31st season, with some new features. The water taxi will operate daily through end of September with weekend-only service continuing through mid-October, weather permitting. Read More

Free Live Music Series To Return to Rock the QC This Summer

A never-ending cornucopia of live music fills the Quad Cities all year, with a tremendous lineup of talented local artists. But summer is particularly special, as each of the major towns in the area hosts free live music series, and the 2026 schedule has been set, starting with the first one on Thursday, May 21 with the Crooked Cactus Band at Moline’s Bass Street Landing plaza. Clear your calendar, because there’s are lots of great musicians and tunes to choose from! Read More

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National Travel and Tourism Week: Why Travel Matters to the Quad Cities

Travel isn’t just something we do, it’s something that drives us forward. National Travel and Tourism Week runs May 3 - 9, 2026. During this week, Visit Quad Cities is highlighting the essential role travel plays in our region. Each year, the destination sees 6.1 million annual visits with 13.9 million visitor days. Every visit leaves a mark, and that impact fuels our local economy, supports businesses, and keeps the Quad Cities moving. Read More

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