Arts Alley Block Party
Live music, food and drink vendors, pop-up shops, gallery opening, silent disco and more. Fun extras include hair tinsel and feathers by Lavish Salon & Spa; temporary tattoos by Alchemist Art Studio; caricature artist; balloon artist and face painter.
Schedule:
Arts Alley Pop-Up Shops featuring TBD vendors (5-10:30 p.m.)
La Flama Food Truck (5-10:30 p.m.)
Icons Martini (5-10:30 p.m.)
Jumbies (band) 5-7 p.m.
Quad City Arts Gallery Opening (5-8 p.m.)
Silent disco (8:30-10:30 p.m.)
Alternating Currents Festival
Downtown Davenport and Bettendorf, IA & Rock Island, IL
August 13–16, 2026
More info at alternatingcurrentsqc.com
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⚡ ABOUT ALTERNATING CURRENTS
Founded in 2017 by the Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP), Alternating Currents is a free, multi-day festival powered by DDP in collaboration with placemaking partners Downtown Bettendorf Organization and Rock Island Downtown Alliance. With hundreds of events spanning music, film, comedy, and visual art, AC transforms downtown spaces into creative playgrounds for all.
Presented by: Regional Development Authority & Rhythm City Casino Resort
Major Partners: Jeff and Reggie Goldstein Family Foundation, Luxtown.com, & Scott County Regional Authority
Music Partner: T-Fiber
Accessibility Partner: Bechtel Trust
Film Partner: The Last Picture House
Mural Fest Partners: Quad City Arts, Altorfer CAT Rentals, Hupp Toyota, Bent River Brewing - Rock Island
Additional Support: Nature’s Treatment of Illinois, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Express Employment Professionals, QC Film Office, Visit Quad Cities
Media Partners: KWQC, Townsquare Media, Planet 93.9, WQPT
Producing Partner: Hive Event Consulting
#AlternatingCurrentsQC | #FindYourVibe
The Alternating Currents app is the best way to stay up to date with all the latest information and changes. Download the app to explore the festival's lineup, get directions, and create your own unique experience. With the app, you'll be able to make the most of your festival experience!
Available on Apple and Android: https://bit.ly/ACQCApp
Schedule:
Arts Alley Pop-Up Shops featuring TBD vendors (5-10:30 p.m.)
La Flama Food Truck (5-10:30 p.m.)
Icons Martini (5-10:30 p.m.)
Jumbies (band) 5-7 p.m.
Quad City Arts Gallery Opening (5-8 p.m.)
Silent disco (8:30-10:30 p.m.)
Alternating Currents Festival
Downtown Davenport and Bettendorf, IA & Rock Island, IL
August 13–16, 2026
More info at alternatingcurrentsqc.com
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⚡ ABOUT ALTERNATING CURRENTS
Founded in 2017 by the Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP), Alternating Currents is a free, multi-day festival powered by DDP in collaboration with placemaking partners Downtown Bettendorf Organization and Rock Island Downtown Alliance. With hundreds of events spanning music, film, comedy, and visual art, AC transforms downtown spaces into creative playgrounds for all.
Presented by: Regional Development Authority & Rhythm City Casino Resort
Major Partners: Jeff and Reggie Goldstein Family Foundation, Luxtown.com, & Scott County Regional Authority
Music Partner: T-Fiber
Accessibility Partner: Bechtel Trust
Film Partner: The Last Picture House
Mural Fest Partners: Quad City Arts, Altorfer CAT Rentals, Hupp Toyota, Bent River Brewing - Rock Island
Additional Support: Nature’s Treatment of Illinois, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Express Employment Professionals, QC Film Office, Visit Quad Cities
Media Partners: KWQC, Townsquare Media, Planet 93.9, WQPT
Producing Partner: Hive Event Consulting
#AlternatingCurrentsQC | #FindYourVibe
The Alternating Currents app is the best way to stay up to date with all the latest information and changes. Download the app to explore the festival's lineup, get directions, and create your own unique experience. With the app, you'll be able to make the most of your festival experience!
Available on Apple and Android: https://bit.ly/ACQCApp
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1719 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201-8730, United States
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