DAVENPORT, Iowa — A beloved Quad Cities tradition is back and ready to take flight for another year.
The QC Balloon Festival will take place on Friday, Aug. 9 and Saturday, Aug. 10 at Rhythm City Casino Resort in Davenport. According to the event's website, more than a dozen hot air balloon pilots will be on hand for all the fun.
Admission to the event is completely free, but attendees are encouraged to make a donation to the QC Veterans Outreach Center.
You can find the full schedule for the weekend below:
Friday, Aug. 9
- 4 p.m. - Gates open to the public
- 4-9 p.m. - Food vendors
- 4-9 p.m. - Bounce houses open for kids
- 5-8 p.m. - CraZy Ex Band performs
- 6 p.m. - Balloon launches, tethered rides begin
- 7:45-8:45 p.m. - Balloon glow
Saturday, Aug. 10
- 3 p.m. - Gates open to the public
- 3-9 p.m. - Food vendors
- 3-8 p.m. - Funktastic 5 Band performs
- 3-9 p.m. - Bounce houses open for kids
- 2-5:30 p.m. - Car show on the launch field
- 6 p.m. - Balloon launches, tethered rides begin
- 7:45-8:45 p.m. - Balloon glow