# 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**: Our Big Fat Greek Festival
  - **Description**: We are ECSTATIC to welcome you back to OUR BIG FAT GREEK FESTIVAL!!! Join us Friday, September 18th from 4 PM – 10 PM and Saturday, September 19th from 11 AM – 10 PM! Admission is $2.00 for adults and children 12 and under are free. Get ready for a weeken
  - **Venue**: 2930 31st Avenue, Rock Island, IL, United States, Illinois 61201
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- **Event Name**: QC Haunts Summerween 2026 - Sept. 27th
  - **Description**: QC Haunts Summerween has a new date--Sunday, Sept. 27th. 

It's going to be a whole lot of fun, and you don't want to miss out!

FREE ADMISSION  •  Family Friendly 

**Share this page!**

Halloween is too much fun to only have once a year! 

Join us for t
  - **Venue**: Skeleton Key Art and Antiques
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- **Event Name**: Bent River Bailando
  - **Description**: 🍺💃 BENT RIVER BAILANDO IS BACK! 🕺🔥

Latin rhythms. Brewery vibes. One seriously fun night.

El Ritmo is heading back to Bent River Brewing Company in Rock Island for another round of Bent River Bailando! We’re trading the ballroom for the brewery and brin
  - **Venue**: The Uncommon Room at Bent River Rock Island
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- **Event Name**: Thursday Night Groove-Dietz Soliz Band
  - **Description**: 🎷 Thursday Night Groove featuring Dietz Soliz Band

Thursday, September 17 | Live Music 7–9 PM

The music continues with the Dietz Soliz Band at Thursday Night Groove!

Enjoy a FREE evening filled with live music, local food vendors, and a beer garden at
  - **Venue**: Schwiebert Riverfront Park
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- **Event Name**: Laugh Hard Comedy Competition - FINALS!
  - **Description**: After two hilarious preliminary rounds, it's time for the finals of our month-long comedy competition! We started with 30 outstanding comics and are now down to the final ten! These 10 comedians will battle it out for your laughs and to see who walks away
  - **Venue**: 1818 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL, United States, Illinois 61201
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- **Event Name**: Market in the gardens
  - **Description**: Join us Sunday, Sept. 27th from 10-4pm at the Quad City Botanical Center! 

Wander through the gardens and shop a thoughtfully curated mix of local makers, art, clothing, candles, pantry staples and more.

Grab a cozy fall drink from Joh’s coffee, find so
  - **Venue**: Quad City Botanical Center
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- **Event Name**: Nightmares on Naughtie Street
  - **Description**: We know you’ve been dying for this one, and we have too! Are you ready for the best show of the year? It’s Halloween time!!

The Illuminaughties presents Nightmares on Naughtie Street!

Featuring exciting guest performers, guest host, and all the Naughtie
  - **Venue**: Skylark
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- **Event Name**: Thursday Night Groove-The Beth Lizano Band
  - **Description**: 🎙️ Thursday Night Groove featuring The Beth Lizano Band

Thursday, September 24 | Live Music 7–9 PM

Don't miss The Beth Lizano Band live during Thursday Night Groove!

Enjoy an evening of fantastic music, great food, cold beverages, and beautiful riverfr
  - **Venue**: Schwiebert Riverfront 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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