Downtown Rock Island comes alive with light, music and local creativity on display as part of Deck the Downtowns and The Cultural Trust's Culture Bright holiday event series

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

5 - 7 p.m.

Arts Alley and Schwiebert Riverfront Park | 1719 2nd Ave.

• Ceremonial Tree Lighting at 6 p.m. by Rock Island Mayor Ashley Harris 
• Shopping at Arts Alley vendor stalls featuring
  • Catalpa Natural Cleaning Services
  • Danndee Flowers
  • Moon House Medicines
  • SEAL Ceramics
• Caroling by Rock Island High School Chamber Choir
• Season's Greetings lighted wall projection in Arts Alley 
• Festival of Trees-themed crafts, games and live music by Liv Carrow at Quad City Arts
• Beverages at The Iconic Event & Reception Venue, including signature seasonal martinis pecan pie and peppermint mocha
• La Flama food truck
• Culture Bright Photo Booth by The Cultural Trust 
• Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus presented by Big T Wear, hot cocoa and holiday tunes at Schwiebert Riverfront Park
• Pedicab service between Arts Alley and Schwiebert Riverfront Park

Thanks to Deck the Downtowns Presenting Sponsor GreenState Credit Union; Print Sponsor Stecker Graphics; and supporting sponsors Rock Island Parks & Recreation, Rock Island Township and Gas & Electric Credit Union. 

Discover all the holiday fun for Deck the Downtowns in Downtown Rock Island.