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John Deere Pavilion

  • See modern-day and concept machines displayed in their working environments

  • Hear owners and operators describe a typical workday and how John Deere equipment helps them work and shape the land.

  • Feel the power of an excavator or crawler dozer through simulators that will make you think you're on an actual work site.
See and feel equipment
At the Pavilion
Climb aboard

Grab the steering wheel and imagine running one of these amazing machines.

Explore the Discovery Zone
Explore the Discovery Zone

Parents, please take note. Your youngsters may have so much fun in our Discovery Zone that they won't want to leave.

Explore the Discovery Zone

It's fun, exciting, and educational, too. And admission is always free.

About the area

Almost overnight, the John Deere Pavilion became one of the state's top tourist attractions. When you visit downtown Moline and see the Pavilion for yourself, you'll understand why! You'll also find that this revitalized urban area offers shopping, dining, entertainment, and family fun that can't be beat. Not to mention, you'll be surrounded by some of the Midwest's friendliest folks.


Driving directions

The John Deere Pavilion is located at 1300 River Drive, Suite 100, in Moline, Illinois, adjacent to the John Deere Store.

From Chicago (and the East) to Moline, Illinois
  1. Go West on I-290 to I-88 WEST (Exit 15)
  2. Go West on I-88 WEST (Portions toll) passing by Aurora, IL to IL-5 (I-88 becomes I-5 at the east edge of the Quad Cities.)
  3. Go Southwest on IL-5 (also know as John Deere Road) to I-74
  4. Go West on I-74
  5. Exit at 7th Avenue, turn left
  6. Turn right on 15th Street and follow to River Drive

From Springfield to Moline, Illinois
  1. Go North on 9TH ST to LOOP 55
  2. Go Northeast on LOOP 55 to I-55 NORTH
  3. Go North on I-55 NORTH to I-155 (Exit 127)
  4. Go North on I-155 to I-74 WEST
  5. Go West on I-74 WEST passing by Moline, IL.
  6. Exit at 7th Avenue, turn left
  7. Turn right on 15th Street

From St. Louis to Moline, Illinois
  1. Go South on 12TH ST to I-55 NORTH
  2. Go North on I-55 NORTH to Illinois
  3. Go North on I-55 NORTH passing by Springfield, IL to I-155 (Exit 127)
  4. Go North on I-155 to I-74 WEST
  5. Go West on I-74 WEST passing by Moline, IL.
  6. Take first Illinois exit, (River Drive), turn left on River Drive.

From Iowa (and the West) to Moline, Illinois
  1. I-80 to I-74 East
  2. Go East on I-74 and cross the Mississippi River into Illinois
  3. Exit at 7th Avenue, turn right
  4. Turn right on 16th Street
  5. Turn left on River Drive

Additional Resources

Virtually Explore the Pavilion

Virtually Explore the Pavilion

See and hear what to expect when you visit the Pavilion.

Take the virtual tour

Plan your visit

1400 River Dr.
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 765-1000

Hours of Operation:

Mon. – Fri.    9 am – 5 pm
Sat.     10 am – 5 pm
Sun.     Noon – 4 pm

Holiday Hours

Closed:

New Year's Day
Easter Day
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Close at 3:00 pm:

Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
July 4th
Labor Day
Christmas Eve
New Year's Eve

Upcoming Events

We offer a variety of events for fans and enthusiasts throughout the year, including regular Kids' Craft Days.

Check out the events calendar

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