Ya Maka My Weekend

Event starts Friday, August 13, 2010 at 5 p.m. and goes to the wee hours... Saturday, August 14, 2010 starts at noon. Ya Maka My Weekend is a signature festival for The District that started in 1992. Reggae bands, steel drums, and beach music fill the streets. This arts & cultural event also features Caribbean-style food, an open air marketplace, island activities for kids, and a sand beach. Located in Downtown Rock Island, Illinois on the Great River Plaza on 2nd Avenue between 17th & 19th Streets.