Join us for Glow Skate Night and get ready to light up the rink! We hope to see you all for another night of skating fun. Each paid admission gets a glow necklace and 2 bracelets. Additional glow items will be available for purchase at concessions.
***Light Sensitive Notice: This event may include flashing, multicolored and black lights*** 

All ages (children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult over 18)

The River’s Edge | 700 W River Drive
Friday, 11/13  | 7PM-9PM (during public skate)
Friday, 11/27 | 7PM-9PM (during public skate) 
Ages: All 
Admission: $8 (plus tax) | Skate Rental: $3.50

From November 28 through December 13, kids of all ages can drop off Letters to the North Pole at The River’s Edge, Fejervary Learning Center and Vander Veer Conservatory. It’s as easy as writing a letter, dropping it off and watching your mailbox for a letter from one of Santa’s helpers.

Letters to the North Pole (Davenport Parks & Recreation) Letters can be dropped off Saturday, November 28 through Sunday, December 13 at the following locations:

Drop Off Locations:

• The River’s Edge, 700 W. River Dr.
• Fejervary Learning Center, 1800 W. 12th St.
• Vander Veer Conservatory, 215 W. Central Park Ave.

Every night | Saturday, November 28 - Sunday, January 3, 2027  | 5-9:30PM
Shows last approximately 15 minutes. A new show starts every 30 minutes beginning at 5 PM with the last show starting at 9:30 PM. Parking and viewing areas can be found here.
Radio broadcast: Turn your radio to FM 107.5 to sync with the holiday lights’ music broadcast.

Please note:

• This is a park and watch event, not a drive or walk through event. 
  
• This show may potentially trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised.

The annual holiday spectacular featuring countless poinsettias, a multitude of lights, and extended Saturday evening hours.

Beginning Saturday, 11/28 through Sunday, 01/10 (closed Mondays) | Self-guided tour through park and Conservatory.

**PLEASE NOTE: The Conservatory will be closed every day, 11/9-11/27 for set up of Poinsettia and Lights display.

Holiday Conservatory Hours:
Normal Operating Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Closed on Mondays)
Special Extended Evening Hours: Saturdays, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12 and 12/19 | 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Early Closures: Wednesday, 12/24 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Holiday Closures: Thursday, 12/25 and Thursday, 1/1

Admission:
Admission is free. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Vander Veer Botanical Park itself, is open daily from sunrise until one half-hour after sunset. Vehicle entrances are off Central Park Avenue.

Calling all the Swifties! Grab your groupies and have your own Eras Tour on the ice. We are in our skating era. All Taylor! All Night! Get your pic with Taylor! Play Taylor Swift lyric trivia! With a playlist catering to Taylor Swift fans, our session is designed to keep everyone moving and grooving. From beginners to seasoned skaters, our rink is open to all. Elevate your evening with a bracelet making and the perfect soundtrack. Enjoy two hours of skating with other Swifties with the uninterrupted best songs the iconic performer has to offer. The concessions will be offering a Swiftie Special inspired basket based on Taylor's favorites.

The River’s Edge | 700 W River Drive
Sunday, 12/13 | 2PM-4PM (during public skate)
Ages: All
Admission: $13 (plus tax) | Skate Rental: $3.50

The River’s Edge is hosting a special guest just in time for the holidays. Skate with Santa Claus during public skate, enjoy holiday treats at concessions, and make fun holiday crafts with the Figure Skating Club of the Quad Cities. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite holiday attire (e.g., ugly holiday sweater, fun scarves and mittens, headbands or themed costume).

The River’s Edge | 700 W River Drive
Saturday, 12/19  | 2PM-4PM (during public skate)
Ages: All
Admission: $6 (plus tax) | Skate Rental: $3.50

Are you ready to party like it’s 2027? Can’t stay up ‘til midnight? We've got you covered! Countdown to Noon with a ball drop and noisemakers! Enjoy crafts and activities for all ages too with the Figure Skating Club of the Quad Cities! Don’t miss this family tradition as you ring in the New Year!

This festive event will be happening during public skate with a twist as we Ring in the New Year with The River’s Edge style with glow skating under the party lights! Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite holiday attire.

The River’s Edge | 700 W River Drive
Thursday, 12/31  | 11AM-1PM (during public skate)
Ages: All
Admission: $6 (plus tax) | Skate Rental: $3.50