For the second consecutive year, Downtown Bettendorf Organization is hosting Alternating Currents with a mix of music and comedy performances in a variety of downtown venues. “In 2022, we piloted an AC comedy show and there was a lot of excitement,” said Ryan Jantzi, Executive Director of the Downtown Bettendorf Organization. “We’re doubling down on our efforts this year to include more comedy and music performances, and can’t wait to host more AC events.”
Below is the full schedule of festival events organized by the Downtown Bettendorf Organization:
Thursday, Aug. 15
- 6-8 p.m. Mariachi Camprianos Band at Verde
Mariachi Campirano is based out of Peoria, Illinois and has become a staple at Mercado on 5th. Dine on contemporary Mexican cuisine, sip a spicy margarita and enjoy Mariachi Campirano at Verde.
Sunday, Aug. 18
- 2 – 3:30 p.m. Comedy show at Adventurous Brewing
- 4 – 5:30 p.m. – Subatlantic at Harley Corin’s
- 5 – 6:30 p.m. – Comedy show at Adventurous Brewing
- 7 – 8 :30 p.m. – The High Five Sinners at Harley Corin’s
“Alternating Currents activates downtowns in such a unique way, and we are excited to partner with Downtown Bettendorf Organization to continue expanding the festival’s footprint,” said Alisha Espey, Alternating Currents Festival Director. “Downtown Bettendorf will be a hub for comedy and music lovers on Sunday and will close out a busy weekend of entertainment in the Quad Cities.”
For more information visit alternatingcurrentsqc.com
THE AC APP
Want to customize your AC weekend and decide what you want to see and where? The Alternating Currents app is your go-to resource for discovering everything that the festival has to offer. The app will be continuously updated as artists are announced. Users can discover the acts that interest them and customize their personal festival schedule, enabling the creation of their own unique Alternating Currents experience. To download the free app, visit alternatingcurrentsqc.com/acapp
ABOUT ALTERNATING CURRENTS
Alternating Currents festival was founded in 2017 by the Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP), a division of the Quad Cities Chamber. Now the event is powered by DDP and has expanded to include host downtowns Downtown Bettendorf Organization and Rock Island Downtown Alliance. The event is successful because of the many creative partners and businesses who come together to create an amazing experience for all. This year, AC’s major contributors include Presenting Sponsors, Regional Development Authority (RDA) and Rhythm City Casino Resort and Major Partner, Rubberstamps.net. Programming support is provided by investments from Music Partner, GreenState Credit Union and Arts Partner, TBK Bank. Feature Stage Sponsors include Estes Construction, Nature’s Treatment of Illinois, Palmer College of Chiropractic and Quad Cities Cultural Trust. Supporting sponsors include Express Employment Professionals, MidAmerican Energy, Upper Iowa University, and Metronet. Hive Event Consulting is a producing partner in the event. Media Partners include KWQC, Quad-City Times & Dispatch/Argus, Townsquare Media and Planet 93.9.