# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Rock Island

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Rock Island with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Christmas
- **Display Name**: Christmas events
- **Type**: other

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## About

As Christmas draws near in the Rock Island in 2026, mark your calendars for a taste of festive enchantment! Beyond the traditional gatherings at home, exploring during this festive season can be enchanting. Whether planning a family trip or going solo, there's a sleigh-load of festive fairs, holiday craft shows, and Christmas services in the Rock Island waiting to be explored. Check out the best events and parties in Rock Island to make your Christmas unforgettable, and get ready for a season of joy and celebration!

## Christmas Events in Rock Island

- **Event Name**: A CHRISTMAS CAROL - November 11 - December 29, 2026
  - **Description**: We open our landmark 50th season with a musical reimagining of a timeless holiday classic — A Christmas Carol. The Charles Dickens’ classic has been captivating audiences for generations and has been given new life by Broadway heavy hitters, Alan Menken (
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  - **Date**: Tue Dec 29 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rock-island/a-christmas-carol-november-11-december-29-2026/200030384938326
  - **Venue**: 1828 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201-8020, United States
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- **Event Name**: Christmas Sip & Shop
  - **Description**: Come join Tracey Gowdy and Lisa Wymer as the host their annual sip and Shop with local vendors who own small businesses!  David Phillips of Icons will be making specialty drinks for all of us to enjoy.  Bring your friends and make a night of it! This is a
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu Nov 12 2026 at 07:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rock-island/christmas-sip-and-shop/200030586919518
  - **Venue**: The Iconic Event & Reception Venue
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- **Event Name**: Beads & Brews: Wrapped in Holiday Cheer
  - **Description**: 🍻🎄 Beads & Brews: Wrapped in Holiday Cheer 🎄🍻

✨ One to Wear. One to Share. ✨

Kick off the holiday season with a fun evening of creativity at Bent River Brewing Co. – Rock Island!

Join Made with Love by Tasha on Thursday, November 5, from 6:00–8:00
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 05 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Nov 05 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rock-island/beads-and-brews-wrapped-in-holiday-cheer/200030520869943
  - **Venue**: Bent River Brewery, Rock Island, IL
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## Trending Events in Rock Island

- **Event Name**: Heart of Hope's 11th (and a half) Annual Trivia Night
  - **Description**: 🪩✌️ GET READY TO GET GROOVY, QUAD CITIES! ✌️🪩Heart of Hope Ministries is turning back the clock for our 11th (and a half) Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser — 70’s STYLE!📅 Friday, Novembe
  - **Venue**: Holiday Inn Rock Island - Quad Cities by IHG
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- **Event Name**: The Rocky Horror Show - October 23rd - 31st
  - **Description**: Join us for our 11th consecutive year of presenting the stage version of this cult classic! Rocky just received 9 Tony Award Nominations in 2026 for its current Broadway run!    

That sweet transvestite, Dr. Frank-N-Furter, and his motley crew are back t
  - **Venue**: 1818 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL, United States, Illinois 61201
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- **Event Name**: Thursday Night Groove-Funktastic 5
  - **Description**: 🎉 Thursday Night Groove featuring Funktastic 5

Thursday, October 8 | Live Music 7–9 PM

Help us wrap up the Thursday Night Groove Concert Series with Funktastic 5!

Celebrate the final concert of the season with an evening full of music, food, drinks, an
  - **Venue**: Schwiebert Riverfront Park
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- **Event Name**: Thursday Night Groove-Crooked Cactus Band
  - **Description**: 🎵 Thursday Night Groove featuring Crooked Cactus Band

Thursday, October 1 | Live Music 7–9 PM

October kicks off with live music from Crooked Cactus Band at Thursday Night Groove!

Enjoy crisp fall evenings with FREE live entertainment, food vendors, a b
  - **Venue**: Schwiebert Riverfront Park
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- **Event Name**: ENCORE: RISK – Caribbean Secrets™ Fashion Show
  - **Description**: A bold Caribbean-inspired fashion experience celebrating culture, beauty, courage, confidence, and the power of taking a risk on yourself.About this EventENCORE: RISK – Caribbean Secrets™ Fashion ShowExperience a b
  - **Venue**: Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
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- **Event Name**: Rock Island Roadhouse Ghost Hunt, Rock Island, IL - Saturday October 10, 2026
  - **Description**: Fifty thousand square feet. Four floors and a basement. Over a century of restless energy, and something inside that pushes back.

The Rock Island Roadhouse began as a YMCA and grew into something far darker, a building tied to Prohibition-era organized c
  - **Venue**: Haunted Rock Island Roadhouse
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- **Event Name**: Aaliyah Sip & Paint
  - **Description**: Join us for Aaliyah Sip & Paint, a chill night of drinks, creativity, and good vibes in person!About this EventJoin Us for Aaliyah Sip & Paint!Looking for a chill night out? Come vibe with us at
  - **Venue**: 1325 30th St
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- **Event Name**: Legends  After Dark Where The Wild Meets the Cosmos
  - **Description**: LEGENDS AFTER DARK
Where the Wild Meets the Cosmos

Some mysteries aren't meant to be explored from behind a podium.

They're discovered beneath towering oaks... Around a crackling campfire... Where every rustle in the woods makes you pause... And every s
  - **Venue**: 500 20th Street, Rock Island, IL
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- **Event Name**: Nancy Kapheim Memorial Classic 5k and 10k
  - **Description**: Sunset Park, Rock Island, Ilinois
Special pre-race ceremony, 7:50 A.M.
in memory of CBRC members
Scenic, fast out & back course, along the bike
path, protected until 9:30 A.M.
Post Race Party Breakfast Buffet included with entry
Presented during break
  - **Venue**: Sunset Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Rock Island?
  - **A:** A CHRISTMAS CAROL - November 11 - December 29, 2026 (Tue Dec 29 2026 at 07:00 pm at 1828 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201-8020, United States), Christmas Sip & Shop (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Iconic Event & Reception Venue), Beads & Brews: Wrapped in Holiday Cheer (Thu Nov 05 2026 at 06:00 pm at Bent River Brewery, Rock Island, IL).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Rock Island?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Rock Island on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Rock Island?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Rock Island?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Rock Island include 1828 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201-8020, United States, The Iconic Event & Reception Venue, Bent River Brewery, Rock Island, IL.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Rock Island?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Rock Island include Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse, Lisa Wymer, Made with Love by Tasha.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Rock Island?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Rock Island.

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