# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Soul of the City 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join the MLK Center for Soul of the City 2026, an outdoor community celebration of culture, diversity, strong neighborhoods, and family fun.

Nearly 5,000 people attended last year, making Soul of the City one of the largest community events in Rock Island. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Enjoy a full day of entertainment, food, vendors, community organizations, activities for all ages, and opportunities to connect with neighbors from across the Quad Cities.

Highlights include:
- Soul of the City Parade
- Live performances and entertainment
- Food vendors and local favorites
- Merchant vendors and small businesses
- Community resource booths
- Family activities and kids' fun

Additional details, entertainment announcements, vendor information, and schedules will be added as they become available.

Interested in participating?

Follow this event and visit: mlkcenter.org/events/soul-of-the-city 

We look forward to celebrating with you!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rock-island/soul-of-the-city-2026/200030224148310
- **Event Categories**: kids, parades
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Rock Island
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1251 9th St, Rock Island, IL 61201, United States
- **lat**: 41.49924
- **long**: -90.58565
- **full address**: 1251 9th St, Rock Island, IL 61201, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Soul of the City 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/88d1b697ffe7b91f3bfe8d5bbd9d2e7d51c3c39d8ece8bd989eb63108983f070-rimg-w1200-h927-dc88d8f8-gmir?v=1787658742

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Soul of the City 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Soul of the City 2026 takes place on Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 1251 9th St, Rock Island, IL 61201, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Soul of the City 2026?
  - **A:** Soul of the City 2026 is organized by The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Soul of the City 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. 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. If Soul of the City 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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