# Event Details - **Event Name**: Armed Forces Day Celebration - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Armed Forces Day at Rock Island Arsenal May 15–16 OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Sign up now for the Run the Rock 5K, 10K, and America’s Kids Run: https://runsignup.com/riaruntherock Join us for a two-day celebration honoring our Armed Forces with races, competitions, live entertainment, ceremonies, and activities for all ages. Friday, May 15 | Organizational Day Armed Forces Day kicks off with our island-wide Organizational Day at Quarters One starting at noon. Join us for food, drinks, and time with family, friends, and coworkers. All are welcome. Key Events: 12 PM | Organizational Day begins 3 PM | Packet Pickup opens (Run the Rock 5K, 10K, America’s Kids Run) 4 PM | Honor Among Wrestling 5:30 PM | America’s Kids Run If you are joining us or bringing family and friends, please ensure all guests obtain an Arsenal visitor pass from the Arsenal Welcome Center at the Moline entrance prior to arrival. Enjoy a full afternoon of competitions, a vendor market, food trucks, a live DJ, trolley pub tours, Quarters One tours, and activities for kids including bounce houses. Vendors: Lite It Up, May-Fay Apiary, Creations from the Heart, Dipped by Melanin & Co, Wood Wore & String, Mary Kay, NK Home Crafts, Starlight Stiches, Stone Boutique LLC Food Trucks: MWR Food Truck, Bayside Bistro Food Truck, Wolfe It Down Pizza Competitions (Team Sign-Up Required): Golf Scramble, Tug of War, 3 on 3 Basketball, Flag Football, Bags Challenge Sign up at the Fitness Center or with each event POC: Golf: MWR William Starcevich Tug of War: JMTC Valerie Morford 3 on 3 Basketball: Garrison Dean Jordan Flag Football: WAHC SSG Kevin McGough Bags: ASC First Sgt Hood --- Saturday, May 16 | Armed Forces Day Celebration Join us for a full day of events at Quarters One as we celebrate Armed Forces Day with races, ceremonies, entertainment, and activities for all ages. Key Events: 9 AM | Run the Rock 5K and 10K Post Race | Runner Recognition Ceremony 12:30–3 PM | Armed Forces Oath Recognition Ceremony 3 PM | Quarters One Tours Begin 3 PM | Trolley Pub Tours Begin 5 PM | Honor Among Wrestling 6:30 PM | Matt Fuller Band Evening | Fireworks Finale We invite everyone to attend the Armed Forces Oath Recognition Ceremony as we honor the men and women taking the oath. Registration is required to attend. Please register online at https://community.ocsusa.org/eastern-iowa/ to be part of this special moment. Enjoy a full day of live entertainment with a DJ, kids activities, Quarters One tours, and trolley pub tours around the island. Military displays will be available throughout the day for guests to explore and experience. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rock-island/armed-forces-day-celebration/200029911068740 - **Event Categories**: Sports, Kids, food-drinks, Music, Entertainment, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Rock Island - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Quarter's One - **lat**: 41.49744 - **long**: -90.58595 - **full address**: Quarter's One, 1414 9th St, Rock Island, IL 61201-3430, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Armed Forces Day Celebration - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/882d5f9a87a452a82450a46efcfc585a314dc958d0f5b760c51cb62b4330d42b-rimg-w1200-h1553-dcfefefe-gmir?v=1775709818 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Armed Forces Day Celebration being held? - **A:** Armed Forces Day Celebration takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Quarter's One, 1414 9th St, Rock Island, IL 61201-3430, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Armed Forces Day Celebration ? - **A:** Armed Forces Day Celebration is organized by Rock Island Arsenal FMWR. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Armed Forces Day Celebration is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rock Island, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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