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With the return of warmer weather, several attractions re-open their doors. Niabi Zoo opens on April 15 with several new reptiles, two 150-pound aldabra tortoises, and about 200 parakeets in a walk-in aviary. Niabi is a great place for kids, and they certainly will enjoy the train and carousel.
The 800-person capacity Celebration Belle riverboat starts its cruises the first weekend of April. It is the largest non-gaming luxury excursion vessel on the upper Mississippi River.
Baseball returns on April 6 when the Quad Cities River Bandits open their season with fireworks at the Number 1 minor league ballpark in the U.S.
Egg-citing Events in April
These unique egg hunts are new in the Quad Cities on Saturday, April 8. From 9-11 a.m. Nahant Marsh hosts an Eco Egg Hunt, along with hands-on activities. The GPS Scavenger egg hunt is for the older kids and a traditional egg hunt for younger kids. Or bring the flashlights for a nighttime egg hunt at 8 p.m. for 9-12 yrs. at Riverside Park Field. The John Deere Pavilion has ducks on April 13-15. See them hatching, sprouting their feathers, and playing in their pond and playground.
Family Getaway
The Quad Cities is a great spot to spend a weekend away any time of the year. There are plenty of activities to keep you busy making memories. Check out our picks for a trip with your family!
Outdoor Recreation
The Quad Cities has so many options for rentals for outdoor recreation. That way you don't have to worry about bringing it with you. Whether you want to rent stand up paddleboards, pontoon boats, kayaks, or bicycles, you can rent it here. There are also instruction classes for the stand up paddleboarding to try it out to see if you like it.
For more events, check out our full event calendar!
