The Bend XPO

10/24/2025

Weekend plans? We’ve got you covered! 🙌
Join us today & tomorrow for the Callahan Promotions Craft Show! 🎨
See below for more details! 👇

Time to get crafty, !
The Fall Arts & Crafts Show returns to The Bend XPO in East Moline on Friday, Oct. 24, from 3–8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

With 150+ exhibitors, you’ll discover everything from handmade furniture and artwork to home décor, jewelry and more.

Admission is $6 (kids 10 and under are free). Hosted by the Callahan Promotions, Inc. Iowa's Largest Arts & Crafts Shows. See details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1111417750963145

10/09/2025

A look inside The Bend XPO — a modern, customizable event space in East Moline! 🎉
From Quinceañeras and car shows to trade shows and celebration parties, we host it all.🍾🏎️
Follow us so you don’t miss out on our future events!

09/29/2025

We can’t wait!😁🙌

😍🎄 the holidays will be here before we know it! Save the date for Dec 5 + 6 for the Holiday Made Market @ the Bend XPO! This years theme is Holiday in the Sun 😎🎅🏻

09/24/2025

What an incredible day at the Career Expo! 🎉
Hosted by QC Colleges, the event saw a fantastic turnout with several job seekers attending and nearly 100 employers present! 🙌
A special thanks to:
⭐ Augustana College - Illinois
⭐ St. Ambrose University
⭐ Western Illinois University
⭐ Black Hawk College
⭐ Eastern Iowa Community College
And a big shout-out to Mary Jo for the drapery — the room looked absolutely spectacular! 👏

09/22/2025

Thank you for the shoutout EMG! 🙌The glass windows, doors, and curtain walls are a true highlight of this venue! We appreciate your partnership and support!

Local highlight! 🌟 The Bend Xpo was such a great project for EMG to be a part of. We’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute our work and help create an incredible space for the community! 🙌🪟

09/15/2025

The Bend Xpo hosted a beautiful wedding this past weekend. 💍✨ Check out this stunning set-up! We love seeing the creativity each event brings to our space! 🙌🎨

08/12/2025

Last weekend the Rust Belt Americana brought in 450+ vendors, attendees, and participants from 48 states, Canada, the UK, and New Zealand! 🌎✨ Thursday’s Teacher Appreciation event welcomed 300+ guests and raised $50K 🎉 for student trade scholarships and teacher classroom prep. 📚✏️ Across the 3-day event, 4,000+ visitors explored The Bend XPO and enjoyed incredible vendors. 🙌🔥

08/07/2025

Vendors are setting up and excitement is building—Rust Belt Americana is officially underway at The Bend XPO!🙌
Presented by Rob Wolfe from American Pickers, this is one event you won’t want to miss!

Day 1: Friday, August 8, 2025
🕔 Auction: Doors open at 9 a.m.
🎟️ Live bidding starts at 2 p.m.

Day 2: Saturday, August 9, 2025
🚗 Car Show: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
🕔 Auction: Doors open at 9 a.m.
🎟️ Live bidding starts at 2 p.m.

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07/28/2025

🎉 QC Toy Show is back this weekend at the Bend XPO! Happening this Saturday & Sunday, General Admission $10🎟️ Kids 12 & under FREE with adult! Toys, collectibles, comics, games, and more—don’t miss it!
Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm

07/15/2025

Boss Nationals 2025 brings the heat July 17–19! 🔥
Join us for a car show packed with American muscle, polished power, and plenty of classic cars. 🏁🚗 Don’t miss out—general admission is $10, and kids under 12 are free. Happening this weekend at the Bend Xpo! Indoor show!

07/14/2025

We are so excited!🙌

07/14/2025

Hey QC! The Bend Xpo has a new Instagram account—go give us a follow! We appreciate your support! 🙌