She Returns from War - Conor Donohue (6pm)
concert with the Nashville-based project of South Carolina–born songwriter Hunter Park, featuring a set by Conor Donohue; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Solitary Man: A Tribute to the Songs of Neil Diamond (1 & 7:15pm)
Circa ‘21’s own Brad Hauskins leads a talented cast of musicians and vocalists in this tribute to rock ‘n’ roll hall-of-famer; 11:45am doors, noon plated lunch, 1pm show, $67; 5:45pm doors, 6pm plated dinner, 7:15pm show; $72; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Solitary Man: A Tribute to the Songs of Neil Diamond (1 & 7:15pm)
Circa ‘21’s own Brad Hauskins leads a talented cast of musicians and vocalists in this tribute to rock ‘n’ roll hall-of-famer; 11:45am doors, noon plated lunch, 1pm show, $67; 5:45pm doors, 6pm plated dinner, 7:15pm show; $72; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Bob Log III - Husky Martinez (6pm)
concert with the slide guitar one-man band based in Tucson, Arizona, featuring a set by Husky Martinez; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. 7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience
every show features one brilliant hit single after another with a tour de force of talent, combining incredible musicianship, vocal precision and a stage presence that has garnered the group nationwide acclaim; 6pm doors, 7:15pm show; cabaret menu available for purchase; $47-52; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Don Jovi: The Definitive Bon Jovi Tribute
the premier Bon Jovi tribute band delivers the definitive stadium rock experience, recreating the anthems, the energy, and the iconic look of one of rock’s greatest bands; $41.40-46.60; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Lewis Knudsen (noon)
the local singer/songwriter performs in the Brown Bag Lunch Series; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Diplomats of Solid Sound (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Remi Goode
Goode is a classical guitarist turned alternative folk singer/songwriter based in Nashville; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. 7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience
every show features one brilliant hit single after another with a tour de force of talent, combining incredible musicianship, vocal precision and a stage presence that has garnered the group nationwide acclaim; 6pm doors, 7:15pm show; cabaret menu available for purchase; $47-52; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas
an evening with one of the most influential and widely celebrated acts in bluegrass and roots music; $72.50 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience
the concert recreates the magic of the Eras Tour in a spectacular, unforgettable show starring Traci Marie as Taylor, who has opened for national artists like Tony Orlando and the Righteous Brothers; $20-35; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park.
For more info visit englert.org. DJ Wags - The Tripp Brothers
a two-night birthday inferno for bartenders Jeff and Kylie; DJ - Wags will be headlining each night, with QC's own, The Tripp Brothers kicking off the celebrations; Wags is bringing the Chicago/Warsaw house heat, so prepare for a night of horns, funk, and bass; Jimmy and Sean Tripp bring the sax-and-trombone shockwave; $12-15.
Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – Saturday, September 12, 2026, 2:00 AM.
Hose Station No. 7.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fleatwood Mac Tribute
the group captures the essence of the original Fleetwood Mac, taking their audience on a nostalgic, flashback journey to when they first heard the timeless tunes that generations have come to love; for information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Mo Carter (5pm) - Dani Lynn Howe Band (6pm)
event in the Chillin’ in the Courtyard concert series; bring lawn chairs; limited seating is available courtesy of Simply Amish Interiors; free.
Venue: Skinner Block Courtyard.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Skinner Block Courtyard.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. EasyFriends (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Heartache Tonight: A Tribute to the Eagles
from the powerful guitar duel in Hotel California” to the shimmering harmonies of “Peaceful Easy Feeling.” Heartache Tonight delivers a true Eagles concert experience, with meticulous attention to every detail; $35-38; for information and tickets, call 563-652-9815.
Venue: Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
For more info visit www.ohnwardfineartscenter.com. Other Brothers - Cedar County Cobras
concert with the Philadelphia-based band comprised of Nick Stumpo, Mike Markey, Gavin McBrien, Tim Lee, and Dave Secouler, featuring a set by Cedar County Cobras; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Bacon Brothers
featuring Michael & Kevin Bacon, the five-piece outfit has spent more than three decades creating their own mix of folk, rock, soul, and country music; $41.76-62.51.
Venue: Rhythm Section Amphitheater.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rhythm Section Amphitheater.
For more info visit www.eventim.us. DJ Wags - The Tripp Brothers
a two-night birthday inferno for bartenders Jeff and Kylie; DJ - Wags will be headlining each night, with QC's own, The Tripp Brothers kicking off the celebrations; Wags is bringing the Chicago/Warsaw house heat, so prepare for a night of horns, funk, and bass; Jimmy and Sean Tripp bring the sax-and-trombone shockwave; $12-15.
Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sunday, September 13, 2026, 2:00 AM.
Hose Station No. 7.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bop to the Top
celebrating 20 years of Hannah Montana and High School Musical! Join us for a high-energy dance party featuring a specially curated DJ set celebrating Hannah Montana and High School Musical, plus more iconic hits from Camp Rock, Cheetah Girls, Lemonade Mouth, and your favorite Disney Channel stars; $30.65.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, September 13, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Jens Korndörfer (3pm)
the Joyce O. Bowden Professor of Music, and an associate professor of organ at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, is regularly invited to perform and teach at prestigious venues and festivals around the world; his repertoire reaches from the Renaissance to the 21st century, including both transcriptions and world premieres; $16; for information and tickets, call 563-585-7469.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. The Tailfins (3pm)
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Alex Salcido
Salcido is a traveling musician and singer/songwriter, best known as one of the frontmen for the Ludlow, KY-based Americana/Indie-Folk outfit The Harmed Brothers; his solo work weaves love, loss, and nostalgia together with whatever random bits of trivia and history might capture his interest; ages 21+ only, the bar will be open; $10-15.
Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Gin Blossoms (6:30pm)
the group helped define alternative radio in the early ‘90s with their breakout major-label debut New Miserable Experience; $25-55; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park.
For more info visit englert.org. Martina McBride
the multiple Grammy nominee has sold more than 23 million albums to date, and has made 20 top-10 singles
and six chart-topping hits; McBride has also earned more than 15 major music awards, including four wins for Female Vocalist of the Year from the Country Music Association and won three Academy of Country Music for Top Female Vocalist; $71.20-114; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Crooked Cactus Band (6pm)
concert in the Rockin' the River series; the hot dog stand Sunny Dogs will be on site; bring lawn chairs and blankets; free.
Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
The Riverside
concert with the energetic and engaging folk band with foot-stomping musical companions; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Lissie (6pm)
concert with the rock, pop, country, and folk singer/songwriter and Rock Island native; $39.67.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Punch Brothers
The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers (July 2026) is the Grammy-winning band’s seventh album—and its first made up entirely of instrumentals; $20-75; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. League of Sound Disciples w/ Jason Hann
Hann (String Cheese Incident / EOTO) drops in with L.S.D. for a night of liquid bass, live percussion, and pure psychedelictronica; expect a deep, sweaty sonic voyage; $15-18.
Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hose Station No. 7.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sleater-Kinney
concert with the rock outfit of Corin Tucker and Carrie Brownstein; $50-60.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. The Ridgerunners - Lori Schnoor (5:30pm)
event in the Summer Concert Series; free admission, food for purchase, coolers welcome, well-behaved leashed pets only, free parking nearby; family-friendly outdoor live music; bring a lawn chair. and be ready to enjoy a summer evening in downtown Maquoketa.
Venue: Glovik Community Park.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Alma Russ - Tender Mercy (6pm)
concert with the North Carolina singer/songwriter who performs a mix of country gold, Appalachian tradition, and Americana soul, featuring a set by Tender Mercy; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Night Ranger
with more than 17 million albums sold worldwide, over 3000 live shows performed, and more than 1 billion in radio audience, Night Ranger has both epitomized and transcended the arena rock sound and style of that era and beyond; $51-256.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. 2026 Blues Fest Pedigo-Jones Stage: Weary Ramblers (4, 6:30, & 8:30pm)
the Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents the 41st anniversary of the beloved festival; join us on the banks of the Mississippi River for two days of incredible music, great food, and unforgettable vibes.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. 2026 Blues Fest Main Stage: Stefan Hillesheim (5pm) - Reverend Raven & the Chain Smokin’ Altar Boys featuring Westside Andy (7pm) - John Németh (9pm)
the Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents the 41st anniversary of the beloved festival; join us on the banks of the Mississippi River for two days of incredible music, great food, and unforgettable vibes.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. Stare into the Night - Early Girl - Lipstick Homicide (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Ages and Ages - Shane Leonard
concert with the touring rock band from Portland, Oregon, featuring a set by Shane Leonard; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Jeni Grouws Band
blending blues, soul, and roots rock with a passion for songwriting, Jeni Grouws delivers an American roots sound that is both powerful and heartfelt; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Yasmin Williams (7 & 9pm)
Williams’s unusual approach to fingerpicked guitar is just a hint of her innovative thinking, composing, and playing; $10-20; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Afroman
whether raising the roof with "Let's Get High Tonight," reliving painful "Ghetto Memories" or simply "Hittin' Switches," every hip-hop-infused cut is hard-rocking and undeniably heartfelt; $47-77.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. David Huckfelt - Jeremy Ylvisaker - Dustin Busch
David & Jeremy’s new duo work preserves a rugged optimism that blasts through layers of dark in real time with songs that speak volumes, soft & clear; $15-25; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: The James Theater.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The James Theater.
For more info visit englert.org. Ted Nugent
Nugent garnered international acclaim earned a permanent place in rock & roll history as the ultimate guitar-shredding showman, selling more than 40 million albums and performing over 6,900 high-octane live shows; $85.54.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. 2026 Blues Fest Pedigo-Jones Stage: The Soul Searchers (1, 3:30, 5:30, & 7:30pm) - Levee Town Tent Jam (9:30pm)
the Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents the 41st anniversary of the beloved festival; join us on the banks of the Mississippi River for two days of incredible music, great food, and unforgettable vibes.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. 2026 Blues Fest Main Stage: Shawn Holt & the Teardrops (2pm) - Memphis Rhythm Revue (4pm) - Big Bill Morganfield (6pm) - Shemekia Copeland (8pm)
the Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents the 41st anniversary of the beloved festival; join us on the banks of the Mississippi River for two days of incredible music, great food, and unforgettable vibes.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. 2026 Blues Fest BlueSkool: Dustin Arbuckle (3pm)
free youth music clinic held at the Mississippi Valley Blues Society's Blues Fest, presented in partnership with West Music of Davenport.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. 2026 Blues Fest BlueSkool: Big Bill Morganfield (4pm)
free youth music clinic held at the Mississippi Valley Blues Society's Blues Fest, presented in partnership with West Music of Davenport.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. 2026 Blues Fest BlueSkool: Community Blues Jam w/ Andrea Bunch (5pm)
event in the Mississippi Valley Blues Society's Blues Fest, presented in partnership with West Music of Davenport; attendees are urged to bring their acoustic instruments to jam out.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. The Lonesome Thrillbillies (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. The Moonlight Princesses: Tribute to Demon Hunters (6pm)
a high-energy pop performance inspired by the global rise of K-pop storytelling, strong female characters, and cinematic music experiences that blend sound, fashion, choreography, and visual fantasy; $29.50 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Bugz Benson
vintage rock 'n' roll and psychedelic rock; a concert in the Festival 56 Sound Stage series; $15; for information and tickets, call 815-879-5656.
Venue: Grace Theater.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Grace Theater.
For more info visit festival56.com. Knox-Galesburg Symphony: A Little Night Music
Maurice Cohn conducts Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik, Gabriela Ortiz's Antrópolis, and Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade; $25-35; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Yachtley Crew
concert with the seven-piece SoCal band who burst onto the club scene in 2017, selling -out countless local venues before starting a nationwide Yacht Rock craze and being noticed by the legendary Jimmy Buffett; $35.71-41.01.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. GWAR - Weedeater - BRAT
the heavy-metal band formed in Richmond, Virginia, in 1984, composed of and operated by a frequently rotating line-up of musicians, artists, and filmmakers collectively known as Slave Pit Inc.; $42.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. The Highwaymen Live: A Musical Tribute
Michael Moore, August Manley, and Mark Gagnon embody icons Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Johnny Cash; Moore, an accomplished guitar player born and raised in McKinney, Texas, captures Willie Nelson's legendary voice and style; Manley, a Tacoma, Washington, native who grew up on country music, is the nation's premier Waylon Jennings tribute; Gagnon, a US Army veteran originally from Southington, Connecticut, recreates the memory of Johnny Cash as authentically as possible with his voice, style, and mannerisms; $45-56; for tickets and information, call 563-585-7469.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Phonotropism - Treepunk
funk, breaks, dub, and reggae with Terry behind the record bar serenading the trees; all ages; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Lettin' Loose (3pm)
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Tony Rangel & Friends (6pm)
concert in the Rockin' the River series; the hot dog stand Sunny Dogs will be on site; bring lawn chairs and blankets; free.
Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
Killswitch Engage - Machine Head - Rivers of Nihil - Judiciary
concert with rockers Adam Dutkiewicz, Joel Stroetzel, Mike D’Antonio, Justin Foley, and Jesse Leach, featuring sets by Machine Head, Rivers of Nihil, and Judiciary; $64.34.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. The Takes - Dolly Creamer (6pm)
concert with the new folk rock group hailing from Portland, Oregon, featuring a set by Dolly Creamer; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Skerryvore - Black Hawk Pipe & Drums
three-time winners of Scotland’s ‘Live Act of the Year’ award, Skerryvore have evolved from their humble beginnings to become one of the country’s leading forces; featuring Celtic musicians of Black Hawk Pipe & Drums; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Wiley Park.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Skye Consort & Emma Björling
a collective of renowned musicians from Canada and Sweden who make marvelous music together, they're mixing trad music from Scandinavia, Ireland and the British Isles, French-Canada, and tunes of their own devising; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. PIG - Cyanotic - Apology Kink (6pm)
concert with the industrial electronic rock project of Londoner Raymond Watts, featuring sets by Cyanotic and Apology Kink; $33/06.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country
an organic rock band aesthetic with plenty of roadhouse twang; a showcase for Donato’s instrumental virtuosity and facility for melodically infectious songcraft; $20-60; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Barreleye - Lazy Hex
concert with the indie trio (bass and guitar / drums / electric piano and synthesizers) formed in 2019 in Urbana, Illinois; featuring a set by Lazy Hex; $10-15, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Ayane & Paul (1pm)
an intimate hour-long afternoon concert at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop Frank Conroy Reading Room.; free;; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Frank Conroy Reading Room.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Frank Conroy Reading Room.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Black Label Society - Zakk Sabbath - Dark Chapel
for more than 25 years, Black Label Society has stood as one of heavy music’s most unshakeable pillars, delivering album after album of blues-soaked grooves, hard-hitting riffs, and soul-baring ballads; featuring sets by Zakk Sabbath and Dark Chapel; $59.04.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Melissa Etheridge
the Grammy and Academy Award-winning singer/songwriter performs on "The Rise Tour"; $59-89; for information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy & Friends
the collaborative rock project featuring Oscar-nominated actor/musician Shannon and indie-rock veteran Narducy plays R.E.M.'s greatest hits; $45-50.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. The Seven Wonders: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
concert with the world-class musicians paying homage to the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks; $20-25; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. John Cameron Mitchell: Songs & Stories
the "Hedwig & the Anfry Inch" creator will perform with his band in the cabaret setting of Club Hancher; $10-4; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Taco Throwdown Festival: ZOWA - DJ Pelon Music
we will have a taco eating contest, two live performances by ZOWA, best taco competition with our food vendors, and DJ Pelon Music; for information, call 815-622-1106 and e-mail director@visitrockfalls.com.
Venue: RB&W Park.
Friday, September 25, 2026.
RB&W Park.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com. Live at 5: Crooked Cactus Band
re-scheduled from July 31 due to weather; kick off your weekend on Fridays all summer long at Common Chord; bring lawn chairs, no outside beverages, outside food welcome; free; for information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Signal Flow Productions (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Gelsey Bell: morning/mourning (7pm) - Kassa Overall (9:30pm)
events in the Infinite Dream weekend; $10-40; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Nashville Nights: A Songwriters Showcase w/ Logan Michael, George Pippen, & Madden Metcalf
concert with the rising country, rock, and Americana musicians; $25.11-31.71.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Patrick Swerany - Spencer Thomas
concert with the blues rock musician from Massillon, Ohio, featuring a set by Spencer Thomas; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The One and Only Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
in Big Band history, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is recognized as one of the best all-around dance bands; $30-35; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9370.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org. Leftover Salnon - Ettore Buzzini
since their earliest days as a forward thinking, progressive bluegrass band who had the guts to add drums to the mix and who was unafraid to stir in any number of highly combustible styles into their ever evolving sound, to their role as a pioneer of the modern jam band scene; $25-65; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Drazek Fuscaldo - Yea Big
beautiful free spiritual jazz composed and improvised by our homie Stefen Robinson (Yea Big) and his friends Przemyslaw Krys Drazek and Brent Fuscaldo; they will perform a Drazek Fuscaldo duo set, a solo Yea Big set, and a little bit of a combined trio to close out the night; all ages; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 8:00 PM – Saturday, September 26, 2026, 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Ayane & Paul (1:30pm) - Julianna Barwick & Mary Lattimore (3:30pm)
events in the Infinite Dream weekend; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: The James Theater.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
The James Theater.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Quad City Symphony Orchestra: The Queen’s Soirée (5:30pm)
our beloved symphony has prepared a lavish spread of delicacies, spirited libations, an auction of coveted treasures, and music befitting the grandest of ballrooms; $175; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit qcso.org. Deceits - Computer Kill
concert with the punk group from Los Angeles, featuring a set by Computer Kill; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Ella Langley - Kameron Marlowe - Laci Kaye Booth
concert with the chart-topping country-music superstar on "The Dandelion Tour," featuring sets by Kameron Marlowe and Laci Kaye Booth; $83.75-243.75; for tickets call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
For more info visit www.vibrantarena.com. Highly Suspect - Yellawolf - Passengers Unknown
concert with the touring rockers and the rapper who blends Southern hip-hop with country, punk, and rock influences on "The War Within Tour"; featuring a set by Passengers Unknown; $6-190.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. The Night Wranglers (3pm)
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Basic (6pm)
Chris Forsyth, Mikel Patrick Avery, and Douglas McCombs present an amalgam of art rock, trance jazz, and collective improvisation; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Davina & the Vagabonds
concert with the touring artists who blend jazz, blues, and soul with a flair that feels both timeless and fiercely alive; $20-25; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Langhorne Slim
the Americana singer/songwriter performs on his "The Dreamin' Kind" tour; $35-40.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Gray Wolf Band (6pm)
concert in the Rockin' the River series; the hot dog stand Sunny Dogs will be on site; bring lawn chairs and blankets; free.
Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
Kindred Valley (6pm)
concert with the indie folk band that began when three friends met at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia, in 2020; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Forrest McCurren - Candi Jenkins (6pm)
concert with the Americana, country, and folk group from Missouri, featuring a set by Candi Jenkins; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Gadan
the storming new band blending the drive of Irish trad and bluegrass with the soul of Celtic and Appalachian roots music, all spiced with unmistakable Italian flair; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Songs & Stories with Forrest & Margaret McCurren (noon)
enjoy an afternoon of songs and stories with Forrest McCurren on guitar and Margaret McCurren on fiddle; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. The Saint Cecilia - Big Fun
concert with the rock band from Costa Rica, featuring a set by Big Fun; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers
based out of Williamsburg, Virginia, Hornsby first rose to national prominence with The Way It Is, his 1986 Grammy-winning debut album with The Range; $25-95; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. QC Flavor Fest: Chicago Farmer (5pm)
the Americana singer/songwriter performs for the annual Common Chord fundraiser; $45-50; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Moony - Colin Bracewell (6pm)
concert with the Nashville-based indie alternative rock artist Seth Findley, featuring a set by Colin Bracewell; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Jukebox Live featuring the Circa '21 Bootleggers
the Circa '21 Bootleggers, mainstage cast members, and special guests perform a cabaret focused on all things that give us the chills, make our hair stand on end and go bump in the night as we greet spooky season; 6pm doors, 7pm show; sandwiches and drinks available for purchase; $30; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Nick Dittmeier Duo
hailing from, and proudly remaining in, the river town of Jeffersonville, Indiana, singer/songwriter and guitar virtuoso Nick Dittmeier has spent more than a decade chronicling Midwestern lives through a sharp, evolving blend of roots music; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Reading Is a Listening - Apri Orion
a selection of mostly ambient and electronic music from Balmat, Benbecula, Editions Mego, Ghost Box, Island, Kompakt, Kranky, Planet Mu, Skam,and Silent; all ages; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Jervis Campbell - Nathan Colberg
concert with the Nashville-based artist from North Carolina, featuring a set by Nathan Colberg; $33.06.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Stomachs - Pots&Pans
the band's practice draws on diverse backgrounds in free jazz, improvisation, heavy music, and noise; featuring a set by Pots&Pans; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. The Dream Syndicate - The Claudettes
co-headlining concert with the alternative rock, blues, and pop musicians; $35-40.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Iced Wrist - Cold Glock - Phantom Threat - Ate Up - Cold Strike (6pm)
concert with the five piece slam/beatdown band from Lincoln, Nebraska, featuring sets by Cold Glock, Phantom Threat, Ate Up, and Cold Strike; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Lou Sherry (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Brooks & Dunn
an evening with the best-selling country duo of all time and most-awarded artists in CMA history; $29.75-169.75; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
For more info visit www.vibrantarena.com. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks I: Symphonie fantastique
the 112th Season starts with Dvořák’s vibrant Carnival Overture and Beethoven’s poetic Fourth Piano Concerto performed by QC-native Thomas Sauer; the night closes with Berlioz’s spellbinding Symphonie fantastique, a whirlwind of obsession, dreams, and dazzling orchestral color; featuring Mark Russell Smith, conductor
Thomas Sauer, piano; $8-70; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks I: Symphonie fantastique (2pm)
the 112th Season starts with Dvořák’s vibrant Carnival Overture and Beethoven’s poetic Fourth Piano Concerto performed by QC-native Thomas Sauer; the night closes with Berlioz’s spellbinding Symphonie fantastique, a whirlwind of obsession, dreams, and dazzling orchestral color; featuring Mark Russell Smith, conductor
Thomas Sauer, piano; $8-70; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit qcso.org. The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm)
the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such legendary artists as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton, just to name a few; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Phabies - Turtledoves (6pm)
concert with the five piece alternative band from Grand Rapids, Michigan, featuring a set by Turtledoves; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Burney Sisters - Grace & Jilian of The Rebel Eves
concert with two pairs of indie-folk artists; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Snorkeler - Dirty Blonde (6pm)
concert with the brainchild of Curtis Heimburger, known for his participation in the college-formed rock band Mom Rock; featuring a set by Dirty Blonde; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Bright Light Social Hour (6pm)
concert with the psychedelic rock band from Austin, Texas; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Diva Bleach (6pm)
concert with the Phoenix, Arizona-based pop-rock outfit; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Sweet Caroline Tour Starring Jay White
White and his dynamic band pays homage to Neil Diamond by performing the hits and beloved gems you know and love with the same energy and artistry Neil delivered over his incredible 50 year career; $39 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Sara Evans
as the fifth most-played female artist at country radio in nearly the last two decades, her five chart-topping singles include “No Place That Far,” “Suds In The Bucket," “A Real Fine Place To Start," “Born to Fly," and “A Little Bit Stronger"; $44.45-87.25; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Dave Moore (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience
this concert experience takes you on a journey through Billy’s legendary career, from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the greatest songwriters and performers of all time; $43.50 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Nova Singers: Music of South Africa
fall concert with the professional vocal ensemble under the direction of Dr. Laura Lane; featuring guest conductor Dr. Michael Barrett from the University of Pretoria, South Africa; for information and tickets, call 309-341-7038 or e-mail nova@knox.edu.
Venue: First Lutheran Church - Galesburg.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
First Lutheran Church - Galesburg.
For more info visit www.novasingers.com. Nova Singers: Music of South Africa (4pm)
fall concert with the professional vocal ensemble under the direction of Dr. Laura Lane; featuring guest conductor Dr. Michael Barrett from the University of Pretoria, South Africa; for information and tickets, call 309-341-7038 or e-mail nova@knox.edu.
Venue: St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport.
For more info visit www.novasingers.com. Dickie
Dick Prall a/k/a Dickie, is a master of what a recent interviewer called “self-deprecating indie rock"; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Windy City Dueling Pianos
the performers, hailing from Chicago and from across the Midwest, have decades of dueling piano experience performing in nationally renowned clubs across the Midwest; they play off each other in the traditional “Classic” dueling pianos style that has made these shows so popular; the audience controls the show and decides what songs the entertainers play; $12-15; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit tickets.circa21.com. Country Legends in Concert Starring T.G. Sheppard and David Frizzell
country music icon Sheppard is celebrating 50 years in country music, while Frizzell scored a chart-topping hit with “I’m Gonna Hire A Wino To Decorate Our Home"; $43 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Kansas
with a legendary career spanning five decades, Kansas has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic
classic rock bands; this "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by
Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide; $73.34-114; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, October 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. QCSO at the Movies: Disney’s The Lion King in Concert (2pm)
the Quad City Symphony Orchestra performs Hans Zimmer’s sweeping, Oscar-winning score live to the full 1994 animated film in HD; featuring beloved songs by Elton John and lyricist Tim Rice, along with the powerful African vocal and choral arrangements of South African composer Lebo M, Disney’s The Lion King becomes an immersive musical experience unlike any other; conducted by Hisham Bravo Groover; for information, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, October 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – Sunday, October 25, 2026, 4:00 AM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Quad City Symphony Orchestra: Disney’s The Lion King in Concert (2pm)
return to Pride Rock as the Quad City Symphony Orchestra performs Hans Zimmer’s sweeping, Oscar-winning score live to the full 1994 animated film in HD; featuring beloved songs by Elton John and lyricist Tim Rice, along with the powerful African vocal and choral arrangements of South African composer Lebo M, Disney’s The Lion King becomes an immersive musical experience unlike any other; $24-78; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, October 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit qcso.org. Occam's Rose
alternative and indie rock; a concert in the Festival 56 Sound Stage series; $15; for information and tickets, call 815-879-5656.
Venue: Grace Theater.
Saturday, October 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Grace Theater.
For more info visit festival56.com. Garth Live! (1 & 7:15pm)
Drew Baloh channels the legendary country-music icon; 11:45am doors, noon plated lunch, 1pm show, $67; 5:45pm doors, 6pm plated dinner, 7:15pm show, $72; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Garth Live! (1 & 7:15pm)
Drew Baloh channels the legendary country-music icon; 11:45am doors, noon plated lunch, 1pm show, $67; 5:45pm doors, 6pm plated dinner, 7:15pm show, $72; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm)
the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such legendary artists as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton, just to name a few; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Sunday, November 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. John Drake
Detroit rock 'n' roll; a concert in the Festival 56 Sound Stage series; $15; for information and tickets, call 815-879-5656.
Venue: Grace Theater.
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Grace Theater.
For more info visit festival56.com. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II: Cityscapes Home & Abroad
take a musical journey through Paris, Harlem, Vienna, and the Quad Cities. Mozart’s Paris Symphony and Ellington’s Harlem shine alongside Suppé’s lively overture, while Jim Stephenson’s CitySpeaks brings our community to life through orchestra, spoken word, visuals, and the voice of Bix Beiderbecke; featuring Mark Russell Smith, conductor $8-70; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II: Cityscapes Home & Abroad (2pm)
take a musical journey through Paris, Harlem, Vienna, and the Quad Cities. Mozart’s Paris Symphony and Ellington’s Harlem shine alongside Suppé’s lively overture, while Jim Stephenson’s CitySpeaks brings our community to life through orchestra, spoken word, visuals, and the voice of Bix Beiderbecke; featuring Mark Russell Smith, conductor $8-70; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit qcso.org. Everclear - American Hi-Fi
the legendary alternative rockers perform on their "The Lucky 7 Tour" alongside guest artists American Hi-Fi; $54.60-292.14.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Kenny G - Atlys
with global sales totaling more than 75-million records and 1.5 billion streams, the saxophone icon has accumulated a staggering 24-award nominations throughout his 50-year career and has taken home a Grammy Award, American Music Award, two NAACP Awards, Multiple Billboard music awards, and two Soul Train Music Awards; featuring the special guest musicians of Atlys; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. QCSO at the Movies: Elf in Concert (2 & 7:30pm)
relive this heartwarming holiday classic on a giant screen as every note of John Debney’s wonderful score is played live to picture by the Quad City Symphony Orchestra; $26-78; for information, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. QCSO at the Movies: Elf in Concert (2 & 7:30pm)
relive this heartwarming holiday classic on a giant screen as every note of John Debney’s wonderful score is played live to picture by the Quad City Symphony Orchestra; $26-78; for information, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Tusk: The Classic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac (6pm)
playing the hits and deep cuts spanning the career of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame group Fleetwood Mac, Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute; five pro musicians turned into masters of their trade through decades of individual music study, live performance, creative risk and devotion to the art; $39 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Sunday, November 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Night of Legends: An Elton John, Elvis, & Neil Diamond Tribute
stage salute to music greats featuring Simply Elton, Tim Hendry as Elvis, and Denny Diamond; $28.40; for information and tickets, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, November 28, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks III: Season of Anticipation
welcome the spirit of the holiday season with a program full of reflection and promise; Garrop’s Penelope Waits sets a gentle, contemplative tone before Naha Greenholtz brings Vivaldi’s and Piazzolla’s vibrant “Autumn” works to life; Schubert’s radiant “Great” Symphony closes the concert with an uplifting sense of joy and possibility; featuring Mark Russell Smith, conductor, Naha Greenholtz, violin; $8-70; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks III: Season of Anticipation (2pm)
welcome the spirit of the holiday season with a program full of reflection and promise; Garrop’s Penelope Waits sets a gentle, contemplative tone before Naha Greenholtz brings Vivaldi’s and Piazzolla’s vibrant “Autumn” works to life; Schubert’s radiant “Great” Symphony closes the concert with an uplifting sense of joy and possibility; featuring Mark Russell Smith, conductor, Naha Greenholtz, violin; $8-70; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Bartlett Performing Arts Center.
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bartlett Performing Arts Center.
For more info visit qcso.org. The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm)
the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such legendary artists as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton, just to name a few; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com.