New in 2025! Explore Davenport and surrounding area recreation trails with fun family events to get your moving.
Davenport and Surrounding Area Trails
All Ages
Free
Giddy-up Bike and Hike (NEW)
Sunday, May 18 | 9AM-12PM
Davenport Recreation Trails | River front, Duck Creek, Goose Creek, Sunderbruch
Get a wiggle on for a fun at the Giddy-up Bike and Hike! Join us as we walking, running, pedal, and more along the Riverfront Recreation Trail in downtown Davenport on Sunday, May 18 from 9a.m. to noon. This enthusiastic event takes place along the Mississippi River, where participants will don their most creative version of the Duttons, Clampetts, Ewings, etc.
Gather along with fellow enthusiasts for a entertaining-filled day of laughter and merriment spirit. Participants are encouraged to decorate your ride and embrace the festive atmosphere as you explore the scenic route along Davenport. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual walker, this event promises to be a delightful experience for all ages. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled celebration—mark your calendar and prepare for a hilariously good time! This is a pet-friendly event, so we encourage you to bring your pets (leashed) out on the trails too! This event is free, and no registration is required.
Get Out and Trail (GOAT)
Saturday, September 20 | 9AM-1PM
Quad City Area Recreation Trails and Beyond
Bike, hike, walk, or roll; it doesn't matter how, just Get Out And Trail (GOAT)!
Explore QC trails with family and friends! Travel the trails on both sides of the Mississippi and drop by hosted GOAT Stops for refreshments and activities. This is a pet-friendly event, so we encourage you to bring your pets (leashed) out on the trails too! No registration required.
Witches & Warlocks Ride (NEW!)
Sunday, October 5 | 9AM-12PM
Davenport Riverfront Recreation Trails
Get ready for a spellbinding day of fun at the Witches & Warlocks Ride! Join us as we pedal along the Riverfront Recreation Trail in downtown Davenport on Sunday, October 5 from 9a.m. to noon. This enchanting event takes place along the Mississippi River, where participants will don their most creative witch and warlock costumes while riding their brooms - err, bicycles- along the picturesque riverfront.
Join fellow bike enthusiasts for a fun-filled day of pedaling, laughter, and Halloween spirit. Decorate your ride and embrace the festive atmosphere as you explore the scenic route along Davenport. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, this event promises to be a delightful experience for all ages. Don’t miss out on this magical celebration—mark your calendar and prepare for a wickedly good time! No registration required.
Trunk, Treat & Trail (NEW!)
Saturday, October 18 | 2-5PM
Davenport Riverfront Recreation Trails
Get ready for a thrilling good time at the Trunk, Treat & Trail event! Local government along with organizations, churches, and other groups will be providing a safe and fun event for children to collect treats as they walk along the Riverfront Recreation Trail between Centennial and LeClaire Parks in Davenport. Join us for a spooktacularly safe trick-or-treating experience, activities, and more. Gather with other hobgoblins, ghosts, pirates and princesses from 2-5p.m. on Saturday, October 18. Whether you're a seasoned trick-r-treater or new to the hunt, this event promises to be a delightful experience for all ages. Put on your costumes and haunt your way the Mississippi River, as laughter and fun fill the air. Let your inner monster shine, with colorful costumes on that will leave you howling with delight.
Don’t miss out on this frightfully fantastic opportunity, where the only thing scarier than the tricks is the amount of fun you’ll have. Dress as one of your favorite monsters! Help us Monster up our riverfront. Don’t miss out on this magical celebration—mark your calendar and prepare for a wickedly good time! No registration required.