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SUMMARY:Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2  in Concert
DESCRIPTION:A second performance is available on November 22\, 2025\, @ 7:30 pm \nAfter seven films\, it all comes down to this: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 will grace the screen once more—this time in concert! The characters you love are back\, battling villains and protecting Hogwarts™ from Voldemort™ himself. Hear the Quad City Symphony Orchestra bring Alexandre Desplat’s music to life and experience all the action as the film is projected onto a giant screen with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. \nBUY TICKETS \nAdditional Event Information\nPLAN YOUR VISIT\n \n \nView 7:30 pm\, Nov 22nd Performance \n \n  \nFEATURING\nHisham Bravo Groover\, Conductor\n\nQCSO AT THE MOVIES SUPPORTED BY:\n\nPart of the Harry Potter™ film concert series.\nBrought to you by CineConcerts. \nAll characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
URL:https://qcso.org/event/hp8/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pops
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
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SUMMARY:VfS Car Raffle
DESCRIPTION:CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS\nGRAND PRIZE: Tina Olson\nSECOND PRIZE: Brian Briegel\nTHIRD PRIZE: Glenn Leonard \nEnter for a chance to win a 2026 Subaru Outback Premium valued at $37\,522! Raffle tickets are $100 each\, and proceeds support the QCSO’s Music Education Programs. The Grand Prize Drawing will be held on April 26\, 2026. \nA second prize of $1\,000 and a third prize of $500 will also be drawn! \nTICKETS\n$100 Each\nOnly cash\, personal check\, money order\, bank check\, cashier’s check\, electronic check\, or debit cards are accepted.\nRaffle Tickets Cannot be Purchased with Credit Cards per Iowa State law.\n \nTickets can be purchased\n• Online with a debit card\n• By calling 563.322.7276 with a debit card\n• In-Person at the QCSO Box office at 327 Brady Street in Davenport\, IA (9:00 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday & Thursday) \nTickets will not be sold after 11:59 p.m. Central Time on April 16\, 2026 \nRULES & REGULATIONS\nComplete Rules & Regulations\n \nA Maximum of 625 Raffle Tickets will be sold. If 410 tickets are not sold by the drawing date\, the grand prize will instead be a 50/50 split of net proceeds. \nThe winner is solely responsible for all local\, state\, and federal taxes (including\, but not limited to\, income taxes and sales taxes based on the value of the car. McLaughlin Motors agrees to cover any and all state or local license\, title\, registration\, and fees). \nThe raffle is open to any individual who is 18 years of age or older. An individual can purchase as many tickets as they wish \nABOUT THE PRIZES\n• Grand Prize: 2026 Subaru Outback Premium/SDD or $20\,000 cash. The vehicle features an automatic transmission\, hands-free power rear gate\, keyless access with push-button start and PIN-code access\, and blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert.\n• Second Prize: $1\,000\n• Third Prize: $500 \nGRAND PRIZE PROVIDED IN PART BY\n \nEVENT CO-CHAIRS\nDarlene & Mike Steffen
URL:https://qcso.org/event/carraffle/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T184312
CREATED:20251009T130024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T204404Z
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SUMMARY:QCSYE Fall Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Quad City Symphony Youth Ensembles (QCSYE) consists of four school-year orchestras for musicians of all ability levels\, ages 7 to 18. The program provides a rigorous and inspiring learning environment founded on musical excellence for string\, woodwind\, brass\, and percussion musicians. Students develop valuable musical\, social\, and leadership skills which set them up for success in school and beyond. Financial aid is available so everyone can participate regardless of ability to pay. \nPURCHASE TICKETS \nRead full program book here! \nPROGRAM \nPrelude Strings\nElizabeth Lundine\, conductor \nConcert Orchestra\nZack Morton\, conductor \nYouth Philharmonic Orchestra\nHisham Bravo Groover\, conductor \nINTERMISSION \nYouth Symphony Orchestra\nHisham Bravo Groover\, conductor
URL:https://qcso.org/event/fall-concert-2025/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:QCSYE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T184312
CREATED:20250406T000034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T182936Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks II: Diaspora
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in vivid storytelling and orchestral brilliance! Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy\, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives\, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush\, colorful harmonies. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3Masterworks Subscription!  \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Saturday\, November 8 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPROGRAM\nRICHARD STRAUSS Don Juan\, Op. 20 [17′]\nBILLY CHILDS Diaspora\, a concerto for saxophone and orchestra (QC Premiere) [29′]\nMAURICE RAVEL Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 [18′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nSteven Banks\, saxophone\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-ii-diaspora-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 3703 7th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T213000
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SUMMARY:Masterworks II: Diaspora
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in vivid storytelling and orchestral brilliance! Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy\, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives\, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush\, colorful harmonies. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription!  \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, November 9 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPROGRAM\nRICHARD STRAUSS Don Juan\, Op. 20 [17′]\nBILLY CHILDS Diaspora\, a concerto for saxophone and orchestra (QC Premiere) [29′]\nMAURICE RAVEL Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 [18′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nSteven Banks\, saxophone\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-ii-diaspora/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T213000
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SUMMARY:Up Close with Robert Parker
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Figge Art Museum for an intimate performance with QCSO trombonist Robert Parker and pianist Marian Lee\, featuring a rich mix of classical and contemporary works that highlight the trombone’s expressive brilliance. \nBUY NOW \nSave 10% over single tickets with an Up Close Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nVIEW THE PROGRAM | READ THE PROGRAM NOTES \nPROGRAM\nEUGENE BOZZA Hommage a Bach (1957) [4.5’]\nGUSTAV MAHLER “Wo die schönen Trompeten blasen” (1899) [7’]\nJAMES DAVID Secure. Contain. Protect. (2021) [15’]\nLEONARD BERNSTEIN Elegy for Mippy II (1959) [2’]\nSUSAN MUTTER Ages (2008) [13’]\nIGOR STRAVINSKY Pulcinella Suite\, VII. Duetto (1922) [2’] \nSERIES SPONSORED BY\n \nSUSAN QUAIL\n\nFEATURING\nRobert Parker\, trombone\nMarian Lee\, piano
URL:https://qcso.org/event/up-close-with-robert-parker/
LOCATION:Figge Art Museum\, 225 W 2nd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Up Close
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T175634Z
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SUMMARY:Jurassic Park in Concert
DESCRIPTION:The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects\, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making. \nNow audiences can experience Jurassic Park as never before:  projected in HD with the Quad City Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture. \nWelcome… to Jurassic Park!\n \nBUY TICKETS \nSave at least 10%\, and keep your favorite seat from year to year with a Pops or QCSO at the Movies Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\n \nJoin us in the hallway connecting the RiverCenter to the Adler Theatre from 5:30-7:30 pm for Family-Friendly Treats and activities from these partners: \n \n \n \n  \nPLAN YOUR VISIT \n \n\nFEATURING\nHisham Bravo Groover\, conductor \n\nSUPPORTED BY \nQCSO AT THE MOVIES SUPPORTED BY:\n\n\n\n© Universal City Studios LLC and Amblin Entertainment\, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
URL:https://qcso.org/event/jurassic-park-in-concert/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T193232Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks I: Grieg Piano Concerto
DESCRIPTION:Our 111th season opens with vibrant energy and Romantic beauty! Tchaikovsky’s spirited Polonaise from Eugene Onegin\, Grieg’s passionate Piano Concerto welcoming back acclaimed pianist Wei Luo\, and Brahms’ luminous Second Symphony unite in a joyful celebration filled with warmth\, beauty\, and musical adventure. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10-25% with a Pick-3 or Full Masterworks Subscription!  \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Saturday\, October 4 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Polonaise from Eugene Onegin [4′]\nEDVARD GRIEG Piano Concerto [30′]\nJOHANNES BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 [43′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nWei Luo\, piano\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-i-grieg-piano-concerto-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 3703 7th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T213000
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SUMMARY:Masterworks I: Grieg Piano Concerto
DESCRIPTION:Our 111th season opens with vibrant energy and Romantic beauty! Tchaikovsky’s spirited Polonaise from Eugene Onegin\, Grieg’s passionate Piano Concerto welcoming back acclaimed pianist Wei Luo\, and Brahms’ luminous Second Symphony unite in a joyful celebration filled with warmth\, beauty\, and musical adventure. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10-25% with a Pick-3 or Full Masterworks Subscription!\n \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, October 5 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Polonaise from Eugene Onegin [4′]\nEDVARD GRIEG Piano Concerto [30′]\nJOHANNES BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 [43′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nWei Luo\, piano\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne hour prior to each Masterworks performance\, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith\, guest artists\, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-i-grieg-piano-concerto/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T193000
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SUMMARY:Uncork the Season
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the start of our 111th season at this special pre-concert event! Enjoy delicious spirits and cocktails\, heavy hors d’oeuvres\, and great company before our thrilling Opening Masterworks performance. It’s the perfect start to a spectacular evening of music with the QCSO! \nAdmission is complimentary for Full Masterworks Subscribers. \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nBUY TICKETS \nSPACE IS LIMITED & SPOTS ARE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! \nTICKETS\n$28 per person includes Heavy hors d’oeuvres\nCash bar. \nRAFFLE TICKETS\n$5 per ticket or 5 for $20
URL:https://qcso.org/event/uncork-the-season-2025/
LOCATION:The Last Picture House\, Rooftop\, 325 E 2nd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T213000
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SUMMARY:Soirée: Mission (Im)Possible
DESCRIPTION:Experience an elegant evening at the Figge for one of the most popular fundraising events in the Quad Cities! Tickets include a cocktail hour\, dinner\, and performance\, plus a paddle raise and live auction with Maestro Mark Russell Smith as your auctioneer to benefit the QCSO’s education programs. \nLimited seating available\, please contact Director of Development Steve Mohr at smohr@qcso.org 563-424-7735 \nAdditional Event Information\n5:30 pm | Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres\n6:30 pm | Dinner\, Auction\, Paddle Raise\, & Performance \nBlack Tie Optional\n \nPERFORMERS\nEmily Nash and Madeline Capistran\, voilins\nNick Munagian\, viola\nLaura Shaw\, cello \nTICKETS \n$160 per person \n \n\n  \nSponsors:\n\nPlatinum Sponsor\n\n\nGold Sponsor\n\nBronze Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerformance Sponsor\n\n\n\n Glen & Carrie Hummel\n\nSignature Cocktail Sponsor: Maitreyi Janarthanan & Tracy Finnegan\nWine Sponsor: Marysue & Dan Salmon\nFlower Sponsors: Susan Hippler & Roy Springfield\n                               Sue & Jon Honsey\n\nFood Catered by Chef Aman Razdan Executive Chef/Owner of Plus Saporis\n\n  \nHost Committee:\nMelissa & Jim von Maur\, Event Chairs\nBrian & Emily Wren Baxter\nMeena Brandt & Marcus Edie\nAlana & Matt Carroll\nChris & Connie Connolly\nTrish Duffy & Steve Wiese\nMalik & K Khaliq\nKatie & Jason Marchik\nZack & Jen Morton\nSara & Eric Pennington\nSue Quail\nMike & Darlene Steffen\nVolunteers for Symphony\nDavid Waterman\n\n\n\n \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n\nSoiree Planning Committee\nBrian Baxter\nTrish Duffy\nSteve Mohr\nJim Niedelman\nSara Pennington\nMelissa von Maur\nDavid Waterman \n 
URL:https://qcso.org/event/soiree-2025/
LOCATION:Figge Art Museum\, 225 W 2nd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T184312
CREATED:20250406T000015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T182815Z
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SUMMARY:Quad City Bank & Trust Riverfront Pops | Chicago & More!
DESCRIPTION:Join us along the banks of the Mississippi for the Party of the Summer! Rock out as we celebrate the unforgettable hits of the iconic ’70s horn bands featuring show-stopping classics like “Spinning Wheel\,” “Boogie Wonderland\,” and “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?”\, This spectacular event closes with our traditional renditions of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and Sousa’s Stars and Stripes Forever set to a brilliant fireworks display. \nPLEASE NOTE This event is a combination of general admission and reserved seating (bandshell seats and reserved park plots). The majority of the park will be open for general admission seating. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave at least 10%\, and keep your favorite seats from year to year with a Pops Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nWEATHER\nQCBT Riverfront Pops is a rain-or-shine event. \nTIMELINE\n4:00 pm | Event Area Gates Open (No access prior to 4:00 p.m.).6:30 pm | Pre-Show featuring the Youth Symphony Orchestra7:30 pm | Chicago & more! \nADMISSION & SEATING\nThis event is a combination of general admission and reserved seating. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs\, blankets\, and tables to enjoy the grassy lawn.  Limited reserved permanent bandshell seating and reserved plots on the lawn are available for purchase.  If you purchase a reserved plot\, please ensure that both the people in your group and items you bring can comfortably fit within the designated plot area and that the aisles are kept clear to allow audience traffic. \nView the Bandshell Map  View the Park Plot Map \nTICKETS\nGENERAL ADMISSION\nAdults $23.00 in advance* & Children $6.00\n(Children are individuals between the ages of 3-13. Adult prices increase $8.00 on Friday\, August 15\, 2025)Have a group of 15 or more? Learn about group discounts.\nRESERVED PERMANENT BANDSHELL\nBandshell Premiere & Bandshell Regular available\n\nRESERVED PARK PLOTS\n10 Person\, 6 Person\, & 2 Person-plots available\n15′ x 15′\, 10 ‘x 10′\, & 5′ x 10’ \nTickets will be sold on-site at the gate beginning at 4:00 p.m. \nENTRY\nThe entry gates will be at Harrison & Ripley Street. \nBandshell & Reserved Plot Ticket holders will enter at the Ripley Street Gate\, and those concertgoers covered by your ticket plot purchase must enter with a provided reserved seat wristband. These wristbands will be mailed out 3 weeks before the event. The wristbands for any reserved seats purchased after August 1st\, will be placed in will-call and available for pick up at the QCSO Box Office before the event\, or at the Will Call tent starting at 4:00 pm on concert day. \nAll patrons will be subject to a handheld wand screening. All patrons must prepare and complete a bag and/or cooler check. The QCSO reserves the right to refuse admission to patrons who refuse to allow inspection of their persons and any items desired to bring into the facility. \nReentry: Patrons who choose to leave the park during the event and wish to reenter should request a wristband before exiting and will be subject to wand screen and bag/cooler check upon reentry. \nACCESSIBILITY\nHandicap parking is available on Harrison Street just north of the entry gate.  Space is limited and a handicap tag is required to use this lot. Accessible seating is available in the permanent bandshell seats. \nRESERVED PLOTS\nTicket buyers will purchase a specific plot of land in LeClaire Park as they would a seat at a concert venue.  These plots will be clearly designated and sized for groups of up to 10\, 6\, or 2 people. \nIf you purchase a reserved plot\, please ensure that both the people in your group and the items you bring can comfortably fit within the designated plot area and the aisles are kept clear to allow audience traffic. Those concertgoers covered by your ticket plot purchase must enter together or enter with a provided reserved seat wristband. \nFOOD & BEVERAGE\nVendors will be on-site\, but guests can bring in their own food and beverages. Those who choose to enjoy alcoholic beverages must drink responsibly.] \n \n \nPARKING\nThe City of Davenport has three public parking ramps that use a self-service Pay-by-Plate system\, so after parking\, make note of your license plate number to correctly pay and exit the ramp after the show.  More information is available on the City of Davenport website. Please make sure you are parking in a public parking space.  Most downtown parking lots are private and may tow any illegally parked vehicle. \nA limited amount of accessible parking will be available in the public lot on Harrison Street just outside the park’s entrance. Accessible parking will open at 4:00 PM. \nEVENT SAFETY \nTo ensure a safe and enjoyable event evening for all performers\, staff\, and attendees\, the Quad City Symphony Orchestra has implemented a Security Checkpoint Screening for all guests attending QCBT Riverfront Pops. Please be patient and plan ahead. \nSecurity Checkpoints Entering the Park \n\nAll patrons will be subject to a handheld wand screening.\nAll patrons must prepare and complete a bag and/or cooler check.\nThe QCSO reserves the right to refuse admission to patrons who refuse to allow inspection of their persons and any items desired to bring into the facility.\nReentry: Patrons who choose to leave the park during the event and wish to reenter should request a wristband before exiting and will be subject to wand screen and bag/cooler check upon reentry.\n\nProhibited Items \n\nSmoking and vaping inside the park.\nFirearms and any ammunition or accessories to weapons. Conceal and carry is not permitted\, including concealed licensed.\nWeapons of any kind including toy weapons (i.e. knives\, pepper spray and other aerosols\, key rings/key chains for self-defense\, stun-guns.)\nAnimals (except for documented service animals)\nGrills\, open flames\, or firepits.\nLawn stakes\nTents or items that would obstruct the view of others\nDrones\nSporting equipment including balls or discs.\n\n\nQuestions? \nContact the QCSO Box Office at 563.322.7276 or email info@qcso.org on weekdays between 9:00 am and 4:30 pm. \nFEATURING\nHisham Bravo Groover\, conductor\nJean Meilleur\, lead vocals\nGavin Hope\, lead vocals\nStephanie Martin\, backing and feature vocals\nAndrea Koziol\, backing and feature vocals\nPeter Mueller\, guitar\nMitch Tyler\, bass\nJeff Christmas\, drums\nSteve Holowitz\, keys\nPaul Stevenson\, feature trumpet\nJEANS ‘N CLASSICS\nJeans ‘n Classics has been bringing their impressive symphonic rock catalogue to symphony audiences across North America for the past three decades\, with a long list of crowd pleasing shows. This tight-knit collection of top players and vocalists has become a star performer in the arts and entertainment scene. Most definitely not a tribute act\, Jeans ‘n Classics faithfully interprets the music of legendary rock and pop albums and artists\, with their own special and signature flair.\nSPONSORED BY\n \nPRODUCED BY\nJEANS ‘N CLASSICS
URL:https://qcso.org/event/qcbt-riverfront-pops-chicago-and-more/
LOCATION:LeClaire Park\, 400 West Beiderbecke Drive\, Davenport\, IA\, 52802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pops
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SUMMARY:VfS Pop-Up Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Volunteers for Symphony are hosting a Pop-up Sale at CASI from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm!  At this mini Second Fiddle Sale\, find unique vintage goods including collectibles\, stemware\, jewelry\, purses\, kitchenware\, dishes\, wall hangings\, home décor\, and holiday décor. \nSale is open to the public and proceeds support QCSO’s Music Education Programs. \nDONATE TO THE SALE \nDonations will be accepted on August 8th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at 42 W. Village Circle\, Davenport. \nVfS is requesting the following donations:  Baskets\, CD’s\, Collectibles\, Crafting supplies\, DVD’s\, Garden\, Holiday Decor\, Jewelry\, Kitchen\, Linens/material\, Office\, Purses\, Scarves\, Toys\, and Wall Hangings.\nFurniture\, clothing\, and electronics will not be accepted.\nGift receipt available\nWe ask that donated items are priced\, but we can price if you prefer. \nIf pickup is needed\, please contact Darlene Link 563-940-8027 by July 24th.  \n 
URL:https://qcso.org/event/vfs-pop-up-sale-2025/
LOCATION:CASI\, 1035 W. Kimberly Road\, Davenport\, IA\, 52806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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