New downtown spectator zone will feature live music and outdoor games

The 29th Annual TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon will take place Sunday, Sept. 27, with Downtown Rock Island once again featured on the course.

Here’s what you need to know about traffic impacts and how you can join the excitement downtown.

Traffic Impact (7:30 a.m.–noon)

Expect minor delays on:

• 2nd Ave. (15th St.–20th St.)
• 3rd Ave. (18th St.–20th St.)
• 18th St. (1st Ave.–3rd Ave.)
• 20th St. (2nd Ave.–3rd Ave.)

No full street closures are planned. Rock Island Police and marathon volunteers will be stationed at intersections to help ensure safety.

Parking note: The only restricted parking will be on the south side of 3rd Ave. between 18th and 19th Streets. See the Downtown Rock Island race route. 

Get Involved

All are encouraged to come downtown and cheer on the runners!

The Green Lawn by the Rock Island Letters and Blue Collar Bagels at 2nd Ave. and 18th St. will serve as an official Quad Cities Marathon Spectator Zone, making it a great place to gather and show your support as participants make their way through Downtown Rock Island. There will be outdoor yard games and live music. 

For a full course map and additional marathon information, including traffic impacts, visit the Quad Cities Marathon website.