Quad Cities Summer Games 2025 concluded on May 31, 2025

General 2025 Information 

We have a new name! Quad Cities Summer Games (sponsored by the QC Senior Olympics).

New in 2025

1. New event “throwing pentathlon” on Friday May 30 – combined event consisting of shot, javelin, weight, hammer, and discus. Select as one event from normal QC Summer Games registration.
2. Track & Field meet on May 31 now welcomes all ages – entering 9th grade and above - separate registration for those 39 and under (40 and over, please use normal Summer Games registration).
3. Added youth track meet (ages 2 -14) on Friday, May 30 co-sponsored with the Two Rivers YMCA. 4 x 50 Meter Shuttle Relay, 400 Meters, 50 Meters, 1600 Meters and the Family/Kids no rules 400 Meter Relay. (No set distance and no set number of runners on the team.) Field events: Long Jump, High Jump, Shotput, Softball Throw. Tee shirt for all and ribbons for 1st – 9th place finishes. $15 entry fee. Does not include picnic at the closing ceremonies.
4. The two bike races, 10k time trial and 15.2-mile road race offer a bare-bones (race only) entry for racers 39 and under for $10 per race. These cyclists will wear different color bib numbers to distinguish them from over-40 cyclists.
5. The Summer Games are co-hosted with the Two Rivers YMCA (Moline, IL).

Donations

We are grateful to those able to donate. Donations help us keep costs down.
In 2025, there are two opportunities to donate:

1. Donate to the Summer Games as part of the on-line registration through getmeregistered.
2. Donate to one of the outstanding programs at the Two Rivers YMCA by clicking on the “Donate to Two Rivers YMCA” circle on the homepage of the website and going through to the Y’s donation page. If you choose to donate in this way, please select “Summer Games” from the “Campaigner” drop down menu to track things properly.

Thank you.

See the “Schedule” tab on the website qcsogo.org for a chronological listing and location of all 2025 events.

1. The Summer Games will be conducted over a period of two weeks, May 17 –  May 31, 2025.
2. The Games consist of both sports and non-sports events.
3. The minimum age is 40 years old for all events except the T&F meet which will be HS (9th grade and above) and the two bike races. Separate registrations for 40+ years old and 39 and under.
4. Bowling, golf, and billiards require additional venue fees.
5. A $40 entry fee includes tee shirt, entry into opening/closing ceremonies and picnics and up to 3 earned medals. Earned medals beyond 3 may be purchased for $5 each.
6. Medals will be awarded in 5-year increments.
7. Both partners must be registered for doubles events. Teams compete in the younger partner’s age group.
8. Where necessary/appropriate events will include multiple age groups.
9. The 5k walk/run offered by Fleet Feet on May 26 is included as an event of the Summer Games if you register for it through the Summer Games.
10. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes early for your event

Guidance for Vendors

To those interested in supporting the QC Summer Games as vendors/sponsors, thank you. There are many ways to do this. The best approach would be to contact Rhonda Elsbury at rhondakelsbury@gmail.com or call Rhonda at 309-798-7369 for details.

Registration/Deadlines – all registration options explained

1.       Ages 40 and over QC Summer Games – register from the “Registration” tab of the website. You are able to register for the Fleet Feet 5k as one of your unlimited events.
2.       Ages 39 and under Track & Field entry – separate registration from the registration tab of the homepage. The Fleet Feet 5k is not included. If you want to do both, the best way is to register for the 5k through Fleet Feet, get a Q code and then register for the QC Summer Games track meet with the Q code and get 50% off.
3.       Youth (2 – 14) Track & Field meet on May 30 – a couple of options

• Separate registration through the Summer Games from the registration tab of the homepage. Those who register using a Q-code from the Fleet Feet 5k will get 50% off.
• Through the Two Rivers YMCA – register for either the Running Academy program (6 – 14) culminating in the meet or just for the meet (2-14):  https://www.tworiversymca.org/track

4.       Ages 39 and under bare-bones registration for either of the two cycling races. It will cost $10 for each race. Register by sending an email to jclipa@sbcglobal.net. Bring cash and sign waiver at the start like you would for a group ride. Note: registration from QCBC calendar not offered. Same pricing ($10) for under-40 cyclists regardless of QCBC membership.

Paper registration from the “Registration” tab of the homepage may be used to substitute for any of the above, but it is not the preferred way.

On-line registration deadlines are May 14 for pickleball and May 24 for all other events. After May 1, tee shirts may not be available in all sizes.

Please register as early as possible. We will allow walk-up registration (except for swimming), but our timing company is asking for a few days to get the registration info and get organized.

Deadlines for Arts & Crafts, Literary Arts, and Performing Arts

1. Arts and Crafts – entries must be dropped off at CASI on May 14, 2025, between noon and 6 pm.
2. Literary arts – submit entries by email to qcsogo@gmail.com by May 14, 2025.
3. Performing arts – performances will take place on Thursday, May 29, 2025 (See “Rules” tab)

Tee Shirts

Must be registered by May 1 to be guaranteed a tee shirt. After May 1, all sizes may not be available.

Medals

Awarded on site at the conclusion of each event or at the Ken Anderson Center at the end of the Summer Games.

Request for Volunteers

We will need volunteers for all events. If able to volunteer, please register from the “Registration” tab of the homepage. This will serve as your signed waiver. Thank you.

Headquarters / Check in for events at Augustana on May 31, 2025

Kickoff / Opening Ceremonies         

1. Awards presented for Arts & Crafts and Literary Arts
2. Tee shirts available for pick-up for participants and volunteers
3. Event managers may pick up packets
4. CASI band will perform, and light refreshments will be served

Closing Event

Sportsmanship Award in honor of Delmar Dean Smith