Celebrate the Holidays in the Quad Cities

'Tis the QCeason for twinkling lights, perfectly wrapped presents, and lots of holiday cheer. Whether you're home for the holidays or a visitor to the Quad Cities, you're sure to find plenty to do, see, and eat this holiday season.

Stroll or drive through our area's most beautiful holiday light displays. The magic of the season will overwhelm you as you take in the Winter Nights Winter Lights at the QC Botanical Center, Lights at Vander Veer Park, Fejervary Holiday Lights, and more!

The Putnam’s next exhibition is a ride through history on two wheels. Winter Wheels: Antique Motorcycle Exhibition will run from November 13, 2021 - April 3, 2022. This original, community-curated exhibition features vintage, classic, and antique motorcycles of all makes and models, all displayed at the Putnam Museum and Science Center, the Quad Cities’ Smithsonian Institution Affiliate. This exhibition features motorcycles loaned by motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the region. Limited edition merchandise will also be available in the Putnam Museum Store. Visitors will walk away feeling an appreciation for the engineering, preservation, and artistry of vintage motorcycles.