About the Classic
The Cities ° Spring Classic presented by Lagomarcino’s is BACK this Easter Weekend!
Join us on Saturday, April 19th, 2025 at 10 AM for a bi-state celebration of running in downtown Moline, Illinois. This year’s race features a scenic 5K route across the I-74 bridge to Bettendorf, Iowa, and back.
Register now for the Community 5K and Kid's Bunny Hop, and don’t miss the after-party at Bass Street Landing, complete with craft beverages, food, and entertainment.
Kids will receive free Easter goodie bags, including candy and bunny ears, plus enjoy family-friendly games and face painting.
Best of all, a portion of the proceeds will benefit Empowering Abilities, the leading service provider and advocate for individuals with disabilities in the area.
Sign up today to support a great cause and kick off the season with fitness, fun, and community spirit!
LIMITED-EDITION RACE SHIRT
LIMITED-EDITION RACE SHIRT
The 2025 Race Tee
Register by April 11th to Guarantee Your Limited-Edition Race Shirt! Runners who register by April 11th will receive a special The Cities ° Spring Classic race shirt at packet pick-up. These locally made shirts support Empowering Abilities, the organization behind the event, and help create jobs in our community.
Secure yours now—after the cutoff date, we cannot guarantee shirt availability on race day. Sign up today!
Event Details
THE KIDS RACE
9:20 am: The Kids Bunny Hop (1/4 & 1/2 Mile Runs) Join us at the scenic downtown Moline waterfront for a fun-filled race! All participants will receive complimentary bunny ears and a goodie bag filled with candy.
After the race, families are invited to stay and enjoy Easter festivities at Bass Street Landing. It’s a perfect day for kids and families to celebrate together!
EMPOWERING ABILITIES ‘VICTORY RUN’
9:40 am: We are thrilled to announce that The Cities ° Spring Classic will be featuring an Empowering Abilities 100-meter dash again this year. Please join us with your support for these incredible competitors as they compete in a 100m dash. Awards and goodie bags will be presented after their races.
THE COMMUNITY 5K
10:00 am: The race kicks off at Bass Street Landing, taking you across the award-winning I-74 Bridge to Bettendorf, and finishing back in downtown Moline, Illinois. This unique bi-state running celebration offers stunning views and a fun experience for all.
Open to all ages and abilities – whether you're a walker, jogger, runner, stroller-pusher, or bringing along your pup, everyone is welcome!
AFTER PARTY & FAMILY FUN
11:00 am: Don’t miss the after-party at Bass Street Landing, complete with craft beverages, food, and festive entertainment.
• Bubble Station for the Kids
• Easter Bunny On-Site
• Free Pancakes from QC Fork in The Road (plus full menu for purchase)
• Pub 1848 Beverages for Sale
• Lagomarcino's Chocolate Booth
AWARDS
Top Runners will receive 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes during this timed event.
PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, April 18th, 3 pm -7 pm
Fleet Feet Davenport
4257 Elmore Avenue, Davenport, IA 52807
*** Late registration & Packet Pick-Up
Saturday, April 19th, 8 am
Bass Street Landing
1601 River Dr #306, Moline, IL 61265
THE CAUSE
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Empowering Abilities, the leading service provider and advocate for individuals with disabilities in the area.
THANK YOU SPONSORS
THANK YOU SPONSORS
Support the Classic
Want to Make a Local Impact?
Support a great community organization and bring people together to celebrate runners of all abilities.
Click the link below to connect with our race directors and explore sponsorship opportunities.
2025 Sponsors
• Lagomarcino’s
• Heidi ParkHurst
• Radon Solutions
• Allison Couch
• KWQC
• Fleet Feet
• Jancy Engineering Inc.
• Rouse Consulting Group
• QC Fork in the Road
• Pub 1848
• Coca-Cola