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Port Byron Great River Tug Fest

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Date:  August 11, 2017 at 9:30pm
Expired event; awaiting update on next occurrence.
Where: Over the Mississippi River
South Main St
City/State/Zip: Port Byron, Illinois 61275
County: Rock Island County

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Event Phone: 309-523-3705
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Admission: $3.00; kids under 12 are free
Event Details:

Annual Tug of War Festival – two towns battle it out over the Mississippi River! Port Byron Illinois vs Le Claire, Iowa. (More about Le Claire’s Tug Fest celebration is located here. Events last August 10-12, 2017; the actual Tug of War is on Saturday.  There will also be a carnival, 5K Run, and live entertainment.

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