Who We Are
For decades, Sports QC Powered By Visit Quad Cities has been consistently building something special along the Mississippi River in the heart of the Midwest. Sports QC is a full-scale sports economic development engine, which has fueled more than 2,000 youth, amateur, collegiate, and professional sporting events since its inception. This has included BMX, golf, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, billiards, cheer & dance, hockey, wrestling, fishing, cross country, water polo, track & field, swimming & diving, team handball, disc golf, and so much more.
But the real story isn’t just in the numbers. It’s in the way the Quad Cities shows up. Here, sporting events aren’t just hosted, they’re embraced. The Quad Cities is a drive-to destination with 37 million people within a six-hour radius, making it possible for more families, fans, and athletes to get here. Once they arrive, the stress melts away. Commute times are virtually nonexistent. Venue choices are versatile, state-of-the-art, and offer unique opportunities for event rights holders and promoters. And the region itself is a seamless blend of Iowa and Illinois communities connected by the Mighty Mississippi. And we take connectivity seriously, having one of only three pedestrian-access interstate bridges in the country in our community. This makes crossing between states the simplest part of your itinerary. Sports planners instantly feel the difference. It’s a world-class experience wrapped in hassle-free logistics.
As a Destination Marketing Organization, we promise our guests lifelong memories and authentic experiences inspired by the energy, culture and positive Midwestern spirit that defines our regional destination. And as the official sports commission for the Quad Cities, we promise our partners professional expertise and unmatched service that will make your next sporting event thrive.
We’re a place where traditions run deep. The Quad Cities is the birthplace of sliced bread, NFL football, chiropractic care, and the legendary taco pizza. It's a place built on Midwestern grit, quirky charm, and a “something for everyone” mentality that makes event participants feel supported.
That’s why Sports QC Powered By Visit Quad Cities continues to draw a diverse array of sports and championship events to the area. It’s why our partners choose to return year after year. And it’s why the future is bright for the Quad Cities as a premier sports destination. Because in the Quad Cities, we don’t just compete to host events. We build experiences worth remembering. And we’re ready for your next one.
