America is having a birthday party in the Quad Cities this weekend … and you’re invited. Red White & Boom, hosted by Genesis Health Systems and the Riverboat Development Authority, is billed as “the best fireworks display in the Quad Cities” and features live performances, fun activities, food and drinks on both sides of the Mississippi.
The fun starts at 6pm on Sunday, July 3rd and runs through the massive fireworks display which launches at 9:30pm. The public is invited to come down to Davenport’s Centennial Park, Modern Woodmen Park and other locations along the riverfront – or to take in the spectacle at Schwiebert Park and The District in Rock Island. More information can be found at the Red White & Book website.
Schedule of Events
Events kick off at 6pm on both sides of the river:
| Time | Venue/Event |
| 6:00 pm | Centennial Park/Davenport
The Ellis Kell Band performs on the main stage; free family fun area opens; beer and wine garden; sprayground; basketball courts and skate park open
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| Schwiebert Riverfront Park/Rock Island
Live music performed by Green Thirteen (presented by the USO); Children’s Fun Zone opens; inflatables open; beer garden; spray park; digital playground and observation tower are all open
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| 8:00 pm | Centennial Park/Davenport
Patriotic Pops performed by the Quad-City Symphony; gates open at Modern Woodmen Park ($5 donation required to enter ballpark)
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| 9:30 pm | Fireworks on the Mississippi! |
Where to Watch
Not sure where to catch all the action? The Red White & Boom website spells out all of your options. The website provides viewing options including the Davenport Skybridge, LeClaire Park, Bechtel Park and the Freight House Parking lot.
Looking for something a little more participatory? Check out our information on this year’s Firecracker Run.
