Bettendorf Invites Community to Celebrate the Season at New Event on Sunday, February 1

January 9, 2025 - If your family is looking for a cure to the 'Winter Blues,' the City of Bettendorf has a remedy.

On Sunday, February 1, the City is hosting a new event called Winterfest at The Landing Ice Rink (2255 Middle Road). The event will take place right after the Frosty Four Fun Run, which is a yearly event organized by the Bettendorf Parks & Recreation Department. Below are some details about both events:

Frosty Four Fun Run

• Check-in: 8 a.m. at The Lodge in The Landing Ice Rink
• Start Time: 8:30 a.m. from the lower-level parking lot of The Landing Ice Rink
• Four-mile route: east on Middle Road > south on 23^rd Street > take trail heading east to Devils Glen Park > return to The Landing Ice Rink
• Fee: $25 until Wednesday, January 28 at 12 p.m., $30 during check-in
• Register online
• All pre-registered participants will receive a beanie, medal, and one free drink at The Lodge following the run

Winterfest
Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Fee: free admission (skate rental fees still apply)
Features:

• Live music from Hap Hazard
• Beer samples from Adventurous Brewing and Twin Span Brewing
• Live ice sculpting
• First 300 people receive free hot dog and free hot cocoa
• S'mores station
• Activities from the Family Museum and Bettendorf Parks & Recreation Department
• …and, of course, ice skating!

"We frequently hear of families looking for fun events in the winter months, so our team is excited to host Winterfest at The Landing Ice Rink this February," said John Byrnes, Bettendorf Parks & Recreation Director. "The Landing Ice Rink is the ideal venue to host an event for all ages to get outside and embrace the winter weather. From live music and ice sculpting to s'mores stations and beer samples for adults, there will be something for the entire family to enjoy."

In case of inclement weather, both events will be cancelled. For updates, follow Bettendorf Parks & Recreation on Facebook and Instagram.