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Official Destination Management & Marketing Organization for the QC

Founded in 1990, Visit Quad Cities (formerly, the Quad Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau), was formed when the Davenport and Bettendorf Visitor Bureaus and Illinois Quad Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau merged to become simply, Quad Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau. Visit Quad Cities is the official Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO) for the region and we are guided by our values of People, Partnerships and Personality. The Quad Cities regional destination is a bi-state (Iowa/Illinois) family of communities in Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa.

Our Mission

Visit Quad Cities enhances the region’s quality of life and creates economic development opportunities through tourism to inspire and build our Mississippi River regional destination.

Our Vision

The Quad Cities will be recognized internationally as a must-experience riverfront destination.

Our Brand Promise

We promise lifelong memories and authentic experiences inspired by the energy, culture and positive Midwestern spirit that defines our regional destination.

Our Values

People – Our strength lies in one QC team built by the goal that together is better.
Partnerships – Partners, stakeholders and customers are the focus and drive our collaborative business.
Personality – We love to tell stories about our unique regional destination to visitors and Quad Citizens.

Belonging Statement

Visit Quad Cities is committed to helping foster a region that is built by a culture of belonging. QC, That’s Where we are a welcoming community that celebrates inclusiveness and diversity so that every Quad Citizen and visitor can thrive.

Learn more about us, our region, communities, relocation services, educational institutions, and about becoming a Visit Quad Cities partner.