Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know:
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What is “The Heights of the Era?”
The Height of the Era aka THOTE (pronounced THO-tee, rhymes with goatee) brings BIX music back to BIX weekend. The Heights of the Era is a way for us to step back in time while simultaneously stepping forward into our future.
THOTE was created for the community in 2021 as a free, 100% sponsored event, so it can be a fun & carefree experience after a year of loss for many, and a year of worry by all.
The Heights of the Era event brings the best music performed by the best artists from across the contry, to Davenport, Iowa. Music genres include 1910s – 1920s Dixieland, O Brother Where Art Thou style Bluegrass, Swing Jazz, Traditional Irish, Barbershop Quartet, A Cappella.
The Heights of the Era is a family-friendly event with fun for all ages.
For the Kids: Kids’ playground, Hula Hoop, Duck Duck Goose, Hopskotch.
For the Adult Kids: Badminton, Croquet, Hula Hoop, Jump Rope, and of course the music!
Where is this being held?
The Heights of the Era will be held at Lindsay Park Lawn, McClellan Heights in Davenport, Iowa.
Lindsay Park Lawn is located at 2200 E 11th Street, Davenport, Iowa. The park sits right next to the Village of East Davenport — spend the day doing some shopping in the cute shops, and then some partying at the hot spots when the music is over!
What happens if it rains?
Let’s hope for no rain. There is no alternative rain out venue. Tents will be up, rain or shine, and the massive stage is covered. The show will go on!
Do I have to pre-register or buy a ticket online?
No, you do not need to pre-register or buy a ticket online.
How much does it cost to get in?
The Heights of the Era is a family-friendly, all-inclusive event made FREE to the community by the event benefactors (see WHO is making this happen).
What does BYO mean?
BYO stands for Bring Your Own, and means you are welcome and encouraged to Bring Your Own:
Lawn chairs
Lawn picnic blanket
Picnic (food)
Beverage – any kind – beer, wine, mixed, non-alcohol, kids, water
Kids
Will you have food for sale?
No, there will be no food for sale at THOTE; however, THOTE is BYO everything! So feel free to bring what you want to eat or snack on throughout the evening! PB&Js, take-out from the Village, whatever! Check out our Food page for some suggestions.
Will you have beer for sale?
No, we will not have any alcohol for sale; however, THOTE is BYO everything! So feel free to bring what you want…from a bottle of wine or a cooler of beer from your own fridge. There is also a Kwik Shop one block from the fest for your BYO supplies, as well lots of amazing drinking establishments in the East Village which is only steps away (not even half a block!).
Click here for a map & list of the great pubs, bars, eateries, and shops in the Village of East Davenport!
Where do I park?
The Heights of the Era is hosted in a vintage neighborhood in the Village of East Davenport where street parking is very limited. We want to be very respectful of the East Village residents so that we are able to host The Heights of the Era at Lindsay Park again NEXT year! 😉 Roads immediately surrounding the park will be closed.
So, we are running continual Shuttle Service all evening from THREE off-site parking locations. Please use them. 😊 Click here for the parking locations & shuttle schedules. Beep beep!
Will you have a chair for me to sit on if I don’t bring one?
No, so please make sure to bring your own chair or lawn blanket to sit upon!
There will be some event seating, but it is reserved for VIP attendees — THOTE’s benefactors who are donating the big bucks to throw this party for you!
Where do I stay?
Stay where the musicians are staying! The Element Hotel by Marriott is housing all the musicians in their historic & hip 5-star accommodations! Click here to make YOUR reservation!
Other amazing options are:
Home2Suites by Hilton offering kitchens & lots of space! Click here to make your reservation!
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Isle Casino Hotel offering an amazing river view! Click here to make your reservation!
What else is there to do?
Are you kidding? There is SO much to do!
But the TOP FOUR things to do are:
1. RSVP that you will be at The Heights of the Era – click here!
2. Register for the greatest road race in the nation – The Quad-City Times Bix7! Click here to register!
3. Get your cool self and your peeps to THOTE on Friday, July 29th!
4. Get some rest after THOTE and then run or walk the Quad-City Times Bix7 on Saturday!
Who is invited to this party?
YOU. Our community.
That means YOU. Every YOU.
Music, food, and fun activities for all ages. Kids’ playground, duck duck goose, hula hoops, and jump ropes for the kids. Badminton, croquet, duck duck goose, hula hoops, and jump rope for the adult kids. And of course, the amazing music!
By the way, did we mention that this is a FREE EVENT?
Who is making this party happen?
— The Heights of the Era —
…Is created by
Jim & Michelle Russell
…Serves to benefits the non-profit organizations
WVIK 90.3FM
…Is made possible by contributing partners
Republic Services
Tri-City Electric
Ruhl and Ruhl
Sears Seating
KWQC-TV Channel 6
Quad-City Times
Rexroat Sound
Element Hotel by Marriott
…and by the generosity of Founding Families
Jim & Stephanie Huiskamp / Blackhawk Bank & Trust
Jim & Melissa Sears / Sears Seating
Caroline Ruhl & John Thompson
Ric & Barbara Andersen / The HON Company
Bob & Sharron Solis
The Chen Family / BREW in the Village / The Plaid Rabbit
Dave & June Heller / Quad Cities River Bandits
Jim & Michelle Russell
Cornerstone benefactor:
Russell Group
If you would like to express gratitude to the generous benefactors making The Heights of the Era happen as a FREE and all-inclusive community event, click here.
If you would like to become a Contributing Partner and / or a Founding Family, please click here, and THANK YOU!