Grape Jam (1pm)
Event Title: Grape Jam (1pm). Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
QC Rock Academy Concert (1pm)
Event Title: QC Rock Academy Concert (1pm). Venue: The Center for Living Arts.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Center for Living Arts.
Jim Perron (1:30pm)
Event Title: Jim Perron (1:30pm). Venue: Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
BanD Acoustic (3pm)
Event Title: BanD Acoustic (3pm). Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jared Deck (2pm)
Event Title: Jared Deck (2pm). Venue: Contrary Brewing Co.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Contrary Brewing Co.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. John Janssen Band (2pm)
Event Title: John Janssen Band (2pm). Venue: Kickback Saloon.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Kickback Saloon.
Jordan Danielsen (2pm)
Event Title: Jordan Danielsen (2pm). Venue: BS General Store.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
BS General Store.
Levi Craft (3pm)
Event Title: Levi Craft (3pm). Venue: Bar 84.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Bar 84.
The Zone (3pm)
Event Title: The Zone (3pm). Venue: Hawgdogs.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawgdogs.
Augustana Choir & Augustana Choral Arts (3pm)
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: First Lutheran Church - Rock Island.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
First Lutheran Church - Rock Island.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Rambunctious (4pm)
Event Title: Rambunctious (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lead Spirit - Oral Fixx - Blaster (6pm)
Event Title: Lead Spirit - Oral Fixx - Blaster (6pm). Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lewis Knudsen (6pm)
Event Title: Lewis Knudsen (6pm). Venue: Beef + Bourbon Chophouse.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beef + Bourbon Chophouse.
Disney's Moana Live-to-Film Concert (6pm)
a full-length screening of the beloved animated movie accompanied by live music performed by an ensemble of top Hollywood studio musicians, Polynesian rhythm masters, and vocalists; $15-50; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Superfly Samurai
Event Title: Superfly Samurai. Venue: The Spot Bar - Village of East Davenport.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Spot Bar - Village of East Davenport.
Bruce Moon
Bruce Moon is a singer/songwriter, painter, poet, and performance artist with more than 32 LPs available on Apple Music, Spotify, and Pandora; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Mark Battles
Event Title: Mark Battles. Venue: Gabe's.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Augustana Jazz Combos
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Traditions: Jaerv - The OK Factor
the Swedish quintet Jaerv and the Minneapolis-based string duo The OK Factor will present their program in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall; $33; for information, call 563-387-1357.
Venue: Luther College.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Luther College.
For more info visit luthercollege.vbotickets.com. Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Party w/ the QC Parrot Heads & Chuck Murphy (6:30pm)
Event Title: Party w/ the QC Parrot Heads & Chuck Murphy (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night
Event Title: Open Jam Night. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Harley Corin's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Hal Reed
with a four-decade long career in Southern Gospel, Soul, and Blues music, Reed has headlined for several Gospel Festivals and toured as Men of Blues and Mississippi Journey; free, with donations encouraged; for information, call 563-322-5837.
Venue: Hauberg Civic Center Mansion.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Hauberg Civic Center Mansion.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm)
for information, call 309-848-9047.
Event Title: Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Jacob Kynard (6pm)
concert with the folk singer/songwriter; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Heather "Gypsy" Cunard (6:30pm)
Event Title: Heather "Gypsy" Cunard (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Organ Fairchild
Event Title: Organ Fairchild. Venue: Gabe's.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic & Karaoke Night
Event Title: Open Mic & Karaoke Night. Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma: Reflections in Words and Music
Ma explores music at the center of his musical firmament, pairing it with his thoughts about how it has shaped his thinking about art, human nature, and our ongoing search for meaning; $10-165; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Kathleen Edwards
acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer Edwards returns with her highly anticipated new album "Billionaire"; $20-35; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Adrian Guerra (6pm)
performing hits en Español; a free event in the Acoustic Fridays series.
Event Title: Adrian Guerra (6pm). Venue: Baja Tacos and Shots.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Baja Tacos & Shots.
Lynn Allen Halloween Party
Event Title: Lynn Allen Halloween Party. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wurst Impressions Sessions III
Event Title: Wurst Impressions Sessions III. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dance Macabre: A Void Church Halloween
featuring sets by Ronnie Stone, Archeress, DJ Doubleyou, DJ Shane Brown, and Carnap; $13.22; bring a hand-carved jack o' lantern for $5 off entry.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Sweet Caroline Tour Starring Jay White
an evening with the Neil Diamond tribute artist and his ensemble, $39 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. DJ Eric Juarez
Event Title: DJ Eric Juarez. Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Funktastic 5
Event Title: Funktastic 5. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rabbit Hole
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: The Spot Bar - Village of East Davenport.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Spot Bar - Village of East Davenport.
Absolution - A Tribute To GHOST - Lethal Injektion - St. October
part of the 2 Nights of Terror concert event; with a Special Scream Queen Competition; ages 21+; $17 Advance General Admission (One Day Admission); $25 Advance General Admission (Two Day Admission); $25 Day Of Show (One Day Admission).
Venue: Rascals Live.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:55 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Codfish Holloween: MoonShroom - Illuminaughties Burlesque - Brooks Strause
a star-crossed culmination of liberated artistic expression & high-energy performance; $30.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Deep Galactic Bass Sessions: Halloween Edition
featuring headliner Azassin, plus HARRI, beanboi, Masks and Makeup (JEZTER B2B Famer BoB), clegg, VOIDMAFIA TAKEOVER (B3RMUD5 // Voidberg // TRIPENDICULAR // Dr.Lee); $15-20; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Disco Circus
Event Title: Disco Circus. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, November 1, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Return 2 Soul
Event Title: Return 2 Soul. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, November 1, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. DJ Drew Minder
Event Title: DJ Drew Minder. Venue: Missipi Brewing Company.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 9:30 PM – Saturday, November 1, 2025, 12:30 AM.
Missipi Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Augustana Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition (4pm)
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Parrotfish - Lady Igraine (5:30pm) - Kitty Crimes (8:30pm)
individual concerts with the Tampa Bay natives now based in Nashville, featuring a set by Lady Igraine, and by Midas MSL, who goes by the stage name Kitty Crimes and is a music producer and performance artist in the Denver, Colorado area; $19/84 / $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 5:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Angela Meyer (6pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer (6pm). Venue: Green Tree Brewery.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Green Tree Brewery.
Code 415
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. H.R. (Human Rights)
Event Title: H.R. (Human Rights). Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ryan Bizarri
Event Title: Ryan Bizarri. Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Camille Thurman with the Darrell Green Quartet (7 & 9pm)
saxophonist, vocalist, and composer Camille Thurman was last at Hancher for a Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Christmas concert in 2019, and she and master drummer Darrell Green’s quartet thrilled the Iowa City Jazz Festival crowd in 2022; now, Thurman and the quartet come to Club Hancher to share their captivating blend of innovation and tradition, pushing jazz forward while embracing its roots; $10-20; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. The Sweet Lillies - Adrian & Meredith
concert with the Americana/bluegrass band from Boulder, Colorado, featuring a set by Adrian & Meredith; 6pm potluck & social hour, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Honey Child Band
Event Title: Honey Child Band. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Heads In Motion: Talking Heads Tribute
an evening with the Quad Cities-based Talking Heads tribute dedicated to free-spirited and energetic concert experiences; $10-20; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. The Country Night
the ultimate celebration of country music, bringing you today’s hottest new country hits and the timeless classics that have defined the genre for generations; $35-40; for information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Up Close with Robert Parker
get up close with the principal trombonist Robert Parker with an evening of music at the Figge; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit qcso.org. Chris Blum Kaboom Acoustic
for information, call 309-865-2100.
Event Title: Chris Blum Kaboom Acoustic. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. QC Santana Tribute Band
Event Title: QC Santana Tribute Band. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 512: The Selena Experience
these musicians came together and orchestrated an extraordinary show that will have you back to 1995 within seconds of their first song; presented by Noche de Sabor; $20-45; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Death Bag's Flagellant Songs Listening Party - Granular Breath
inspired by the installations of Phil Niblock, the party will be accompanied by a companion video to contemplate while you listen to a sea of sound; Granular Breath will perform his world of drone and doom to open up the occasion.; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Wonkzilla'z Zombie Experience (A Tribute to Rob & White Zombie) - Left 4 Dead - Skarlett Roxx
part of the 2 Nights of Terror concert event; with a Creepy Costume Contest; ages 21+; $17 Advance General Admission (One Day Admission); $25 Advance General Admission (Two Day Admission); $25 Day Of Show (One Day Admission).
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:55 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Daylight Over
Event Title: Daylight Over. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Harley Corin's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Crooked Cactus
Event Title: Crooked Cactus. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 9:00 PM – Sunday, November 2, 2025, 1:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Angela Meyer (2pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer (2pm). Venue: Tycoga Winery & Distillery.
Sunday, November 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Tycoga Winery & Distillery.
The Night Life Band (2pm)
timeless country hits you can dance to; $7/person at the door.
Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Sunday, November 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
For more info visit www.facebook.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 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Barefoot Free for All (3pm)
Event Title: Barefoot Free for All (3pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, November 2, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lewis Knudsen
the singer/songwriter presents his indie-soul-folk-blues-stew; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Sunday, November 2, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Bartees Strange - Tanner Dane (6pm)
solo concert with the English-born, Maryland-based indie rocker, featuring a set by Tanner Dane; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Come Sail Away
featuring the Dubuque Community String Orchestra with UD’s String Ensemble, “Come Sail Away” will perform music from Russia, Scotland, Italy, Greece, and more; the concert will be conducted by Tracey Rush, MM, adjunct instructor of music at UD and founder of the Dubuque Community String Orchestra; free, no tickets required; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night Life Band (2pm)
country music and dancing; $7/person.
Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ada Lea (6pm)
concert with the Canadian indie rock musician and visual artist from Montreal; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Chuck Murphy (6:30pm)
Event Title: Chuck Murphy (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm)
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm). Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Neva Dinova - Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band (6pm)
concert with the indie rockers from Omaha, Nebraska, featuring a set by Ryan Davis & The Roadhouse Band; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Pat Foley (6:30pm)
Event Title: Pat Foley (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Common Man
Common Man is the explosive indie-pop duo that defies expectations and captures hearts. Compton & Meredith, the husband and wife behind the magic, craft entrancing stories and harmonies that resonate deeply; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Zach Steinke (4pm)
Event Title: Zach Steinke (4pm). Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. John Resch & Doggin' Out (6pm)
Event Title: John Resch & Doggin' Out (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Worst Impressions - Dearborn - Cough N Flop - Jerm Theory - Dynoride (6pm)
concert with the rock and metal musicians; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Quad City Karaoke Championship (6:30pm)
Event Title: Quad City Karaoke Championship (6:30pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Starship featuring Mickey Thomas - Head East
with his soulful and compelling vocals, Mickey has established himself as one of Rock Music’s most recognizable stars; featuring special guest Head East; $49.50-79.50; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Sushi Roll
Event Title: Sushi Roll. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Mariachi Herencia de México
the Latin musicians and Grammy nominees push the boundaries of traditional mariachi music; $25-56.25; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Kent Burnside
Event Title: Kent Burnside. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Blue October
the Houston-born, San Marcos, Texas-based alternative rock band has become a beacon of emotional transparency and artistic transformation; $53.01-64.10.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
concert with the popular touring artists and three-time Blues Music Award nominees; $17-20; for information and tickets, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Angela Meyer
Event Title: Angela Meyer. Venue: The Combine Bar & Grill.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 9:00 PM – Saturday, November 8, 2025, 12:00 AM.
The Combine Bar & Grill.
Fair Warning
Event Title: Fair Warning. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 9:00 PM – Saturday, November 8, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Harley Corin's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Chuck Murphy & Leigh Timmbrook Duo
for information, call 309-865-2100.
Event Title: Chuck Murphy & Leigh Timmbrook Duo. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. Teen Mortgage
Event Title: Teen Mortgage. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Toxic Blonde
Event Title: Toxic Blonde. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Abernathy's Bump & Grindhouse 12-Year Birthday Bash
featuring a concert by the One Night Standards, a screening of Quentin Tarantino's "Death Proof," and burlesque inspired by Death Proof with Catty Wompass, Drop Dead Red, Mae Golightly, and Kitty Pardot; $34.18.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Careful Gaze -Palecurse
concert with the heavy rock band from Minneapolis, featuring a set by Palecurse; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. UpByN00n
concert with the Iowa City-based metal musicians; $15; for tickets and information, call 815-879-5656.
Venue: Grace Theater.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Grace Theater.
For more info visit festival56.com. Invincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson
from “Billie Jean” to “Thriller,” this high-energy tribute delivers the moves, the music, and the spirit of an icon; $14-72; for information and tickets, call 641-472-2787.
Venue: Fairfield Arts & Convention Center.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Fairfield Arts & Convention Center.
For more info visit app.arts-people.com. Masterworks II: Diaspora
Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush, colorful harmonies; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Orchestra Iowa Masterworks III
film and TV star Damon Gupton joins Orchestra Iowa as guest conductor for this masterclass in musical drama; from George Walker’s somber Lyrics for Strings to Mozart’s deeply moving Symphony No. 40, drama thrives at Masterworks III; the program concludes with violinist William Hagen and the soaring melodies of Beethoven’s beloved Violin Concerto; $17.60-72.60.
Venue: Paramount Theatre.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Paramount Theatre.
For more info visit www.artsiowa.com. Sharpe Family Singers
stars of "America's Got Talent" and "American Idol," the group consists of Ron and Barb, along with their incredibly talented children: Samantha, Logan, Aidan, and Connor; $35.16-45.56; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. The New Duncan Imperials
launched as the humorous alter ego to Chicago’s more serious (and more defunct) Service, the pseudonymous New Duncan Imperials (singer/guitarist Pigtail Dick, drummer Goodtime and bassist Skipper, aka Kenn Goodman, entrepreneur of the city’s Pravda label) cobble together a woolly mixture of country rock, Midwest power pop and similar energetic guitar vehicles; $15-20, $115.50 reserved table for four and four tickets to the show.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Don Gustofoson
Event Title: Don Gustofoson. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Pinheads
Event Title: The Pinheads. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Straight No Chaser
the RIAA-certified Gold and holiday favorites a cappella group are back for another festive fall with their “Holiday Road Tour"; $22.50-57.50; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Jive Radio Band
Event Title: Jive Radio Band. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 8:30 PM – Sunday, November 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Angela Meyer Trio (2pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer Trio (2pm). Venue: Carl Sandburg College.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Carl Sandburg College.
Masterworks II: Diaspora (2pm)
Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush, colorful harmonies; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit qcso.org. Orchestra Iowa Masterworks III (2pm)
film and TV star Damon Gupton joins Orchestra Iowa as guest conductor for this masterclass in musical drama; from George Walker’s somber Lyrics for Strings to Mozart’s deeply moving Symphony No. 40, drama thrives at Masterworks III; the program concludes with violinist William Hagen and the soaring melodies of Beethoven’s beloved Violin Concerto; $17.60-72.60.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.artsiowa.com. Family Folk Machine (3pm)
our fall concert features traditional songs from Iowa’s German, Mexican, and Czech immigrants, along with traditional and newer American folk songs and a few original songs celebrating Iowa heroes and recounting one family’s journey to Iowa from war-torn Ukraine; with special guest artists Dave Moore and Eugenio Solis; free; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Mercury's Crown (4pm)
Event Title: Mercury's Crown (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Wild Side (4pm)
part of the Active Adult & Senior Autumn Celebrations series; coffee and snacks at 4pm, live classic country and rock music and dancing to follow; bring cookies or treats to share (optional); free; for information, call (309)944-5695 or 309-935-6360.
Event Title: The Wild Side (4pm). Venue: Geneseo Community Center.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Geneseo Community Center.
For more info visit www.geneseoparkdistrict.org. Aseethe - Sungrave - Girl Opener/Boy Opener (6pm)
concert with the heavy-metal trio of guitarist Brian Barr, drummer Diercks, and bassist Noah Koester, featuring sets by Sungrave and Girl Opener/Boy Opener; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Radoslav Lorković
drawing from a multitude of influences ranging from elegant classical and jazz styles to the rawest, most basic blues, country and soul, Radoslav Lorković has taken on an unusually broad musical spectrum and refined it into his distinctive piano style; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. John Paycheck & the Cavalry Band (6pm)
concert with the traditional country musicians; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Ben Chapman (6pm)
concert with the country singer/songwriter; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Etymon - Necromoon (6pm)
concert with the Indiana-based shoegaze musicians, featuring a set by Necromoon; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Nuovo Testamento - Nuxx - Jeff in Leather - The Mall
the Los Angeles-based trio is lighting up the dance floor with their uniquely dark italo disco-flavored pop hits; featuring sets by Nuxx, Jeff in Leather, and The Mall; $15; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: The James Theater.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The James Theater.
For more info visit englert.org. Sturtz
the acoustic quartet – Andrew Sturtz [vocals, guitar], Courtlyn Carpenter [cello, harmonies], Will Kuepper [bass, harmonies], and Jim Herlihy [banjo, harmonies] - is serene and folksy, with melodic vocals soaring over the lower string instrumentals; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. The Wood Brothers
concert with the Grammy-nominated progressive Americana trio; $20-58; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Nobunto (2pm)
performance with the Quad City Artis Visiting Artists, a female a cappella ensemble from Zimbabwe that captivates audiences with performances that span traditional songs, Afro Jazz, and gospel; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Venue: Geneseo Public Library.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Geneseo Public Library.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm)
for information, call 309-848-9047.
Event Title: Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Nobunto (6:30pm)
performance with the Quad City Artis Visiting Artists, a female a cappella ensemble from Zimbabwe that captivates audiences with performances that span traditional songs, Afro Jazz, and gospel; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Venue: Butterworth Center.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Butterworth Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Beatles vs. Stones: A Musical Showdown
an evening with musical tribute artists in a battle of the pop and rock bands; $45-90.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Craig and Bethann Heidgerken (noon)
Craig and Bethann Heidgerken are a husband and wife musical duo from Davenport; Craig has been a professional gigging guitarist with bands such as The Uniphonics, The Channel Cats, and The Low Down; Bethann has been a vocalist and instrumentalist with bands such as The Candymakers, BEEs, and Soul Storm; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Adrian Guerra (6pm)
performing hits en Español; a free event in the Acoustic Fridays series.
Event Title: Adrian Guerra (6pm). Venue: Baja Tacos and Shots.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Baja Tacos & Shots.
Far Out 283
Event Title: Far Out 283. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Caylee Hammack
concert with the country-music singer/songwriter; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Earth - Stebmo
concert with the rock band originally based in Olympia, Washington and led by the guitarist Dylan Carlson, featuring a set by Stebmo; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Ryan David Green
performing a blend of instrumental guitar pieces and delicate vocal tunes, Green takes audiences to a place both otherworldly, and somehow surprisingly intimate; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Party Foul
Event Title: Party Foul. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. From the Top of the Hill: Beaker Street Live w/ Big Mo
celebrate KCCK’s fifty years as Iowa’s only full-time jazz and blues radio station and help to honor the Beaker Street legacy; $10-23; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Devil You Know
Event Title: Devil You Know. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rabbit Hole
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: Parkside Grill & Lounge.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Parkside Grill & Lounge.
Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher
Event Title: Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Terry Fator: On the Road Again
"America’s Got Talent" winner Terry Fator and his cast of America’s favorite puppets are coming to venues across the country in 2025 with a new version of his Las Vegas show; $42.50-72.50; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456.
Event Title: Terry Fator: On the Road Again. Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Justin Clyde Williams - Jordan Lee King (2pm)
concert with the country-music singer/songwriter, featuring a set by Jordan Lee King; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Byam & Tegeler Duo (5pm)
for information, call 309-865-2100.
Event Title: Byam & Tegeler Duo (5pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. Angela Meyer
Event Title: Angela Meyer. Venue: The WY Saloon.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The WY Saloon.
Code 415
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: The Spot Bar - Village of East Davenport.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Spot - Village of East Davenport.
Crooked Cactus
Event Title: Crooked Cactus. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Donovan Gustofson
Event Title: Donovan Gustofson. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Manic Focus - The Widdle
Event Title: Manic Focus - The Widdle. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Adam Hood - Rye Davis
for more than a decade, Adam Hood has left his mark both onstage and in the writing room, carving out a Southern sound that mixes equal parts country, soul, and American roots music; featuring a set by Rye Davis; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. I-Rock 93.5 Stuff It & Scream: The Haunt - Velvet Chains - Dead Sugar
every dollar of the $9.35 tickets sold will go to feed the Quad Cities; we'll have raffles and more fun to raise as much money as possible for the River Bend Food Bank, which aims to provide 1 million meals to those in the Quad Cities.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sorcha - The Marita May Duo
born out of love for the Celtic and Folk genres, Sorcha brings originality of arrangements and instrumental material to the forefront; May is a classically trained violinist and vocalist with professional experience in multiple genres of music and performance including Irish/Celtic, Folk, Country, Christian Worship Music and Musical Theatre; $23.30-26.80; for tickets and information, call 319-248-9370.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit ci.ovationtix.com. The Trio Experience (7:30pm) - Pink'd (9pm)
Event Title: The Trio Experience (7:30pm) - Pink'd (9pm). Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Eliminator: A Tribute to ZZ Top
with extremely close attention to detail, the band faithfully reproduces the tone, taste, and tenacity of “That Lil’ Ol Band from Texas” playing all the greatest ZZ Top hits from the radio classics “LaGrange” and “Tush” to their groundbreaking music videos; $33.08-41.40; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Hot Rocks: A Rolling Stones Tribute
an all-ages total celebration, theater-like "Rolling Stones" experience with the music, the look, the costumes and energy; $35-40; for information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Minnesota Orchestra
no ensemble has visited the University of Iowa more often than the Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra, but it’s been 43 years since the ensemble’s last performance on campus; $10-95; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. DJ Muxia
Event Title: DJ Muxia. Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rabbit Hole
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – Sunday, November 16, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Whiskey Stop.
Troy Rangel & Friends
Event Title: Troy Rangel & Friends. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Brett Dennen
an interactive art, storytelling, and folk-pop acoustic-music concert; $35-40; for information and tickets, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Not Quite Brothers
an evening with Central Iowa’s fastest growing cover band; Sam Johnson (vocals) and Isaac Johnson (guitar) are twins and although Cooper Corcoran (guitar), Ben Schmelzer (drums) and Nathan Klein (bass) are of no relation to each other, these five fellas are as tight as brothers; $15.45-25.02.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. 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; $13-15; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Motley Scrue
Event Title: Motley Scrue. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 9:00 PM – Sunday, November 16, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Harley Corin's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Shawn Kellerman Band (1pm) Levee Town (3:30pm)
the Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents a 3:30pm concert with the roots rock and blues band that hails from Kansas City, Missouri; the band was formed in 2002 and has since established itself as a powerhouse in the Midwestern music scene; with a 50/50 raffle and a 1pm opening set by Canadian blues guitarist Kellerman, who has spent three decades building a reputation as a fiery player and dynamic performer; $15 all-ages show; for information, call the MVBS at 563-322-5837.
Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. Pickled Beats (2pm)
Event Title: Pickled Beats (2pm). Venue: Contrary Brewing Co.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Contrary Brewing Co.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night Life Band (2pm)
country music and dancing; $7/person.
Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Totes McGotes (2pm)
Event Title: Totes McGotes (2pm). Venue: Wide River Winery - Clinton.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Wide River Winery - Clinton.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo Reunion II (2:30pm)
Event Title: Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo Reunion I (2:30pm). Venue: Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Len Brown's North Shire Inn.
Augustana Concert Band (4pm)
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Cory Branan - Chris Crofton (6pm)
concert with the folk, rock, and alt-country singer/songwriter, featuring a set by Chris Crofton; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Augustana Percussion Ensemble
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Molly Tuttle - Joshua Ray Walker - Cecilia Castleman
on the heels of two Grammy-winning albums in succession with her band Golden Highway plus a nomination for Best New Artist, Molly Tuttle returns with a solo album that’s her most dazzling to date: "So Long Little Miss Sunshine"; featuring sets by Joshua Ray Walker and Cecilia Castleman; $20-40; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. ACCESSORY X
DEHD guitarist/ vocalist Jason Balla’s side project ACCESSORY will sometimes morph into ACCESSORY XL, a chicago super group of incredibly talented musicians that together create some of the most lovely indie rock bedroom pop sounds; $10 in advance, $15 at the door (cash only); all ages; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Haha Laughing (6pm)
concert with the Austin-based experimental noise rap duo composed of Jay Dilick and Aby Oviedo; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. RiverBend Bronze Handbell Ensemble (6pm)
RiverBend Bronze is a handbell ensemble comprised of members from the Quad Cities and surrounding areas; listen to some music and learn more about this cool instrument; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. A Motown Christmas
the holiday concert features a world-class vocal group, assembled from past and present members of Motown's most legendary groups: Ali Woodson’s Temptations, The Miracles and The Contours; $54 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. El Khat
experimenting with DIY, self-made instruments as an expression of a minimalist life philosophy, while remaining loyal to traditional Yemeni percussive roots, the three-piece developed a unique Arabic-Yemeni style; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Attacca Quartet (1pm)
the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, Hancher Auditorium, and the Iowa String Quartet Residency Program present the Attacca Quartet for an intimate hour-long afternoon concert; this event is free and open to the public with limited seating capacity; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Frank Conroy Reading Room.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Frank Conroy Reading Room.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Delaney Bailey - This House Is Creaking - Lainey Jean
concert with the Indiana-born indie pop and pop artist known for her ability to blend multiple musical styles, featuring sets by This House Is Creaking and Lainey Jean; $21.17.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Augustana Flute & Clarinet Choirs
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm)
Event Title: Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Pentatonix
holiday concert with the a cappella group from Arlington, Texas on their "Christmas in the City Tour"; $25-149.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
For more info visit www.vibrantarena.com. Seán Dagher
Dagher is widely known for his recordings with the Assassin’s Creed video game series, including Black Flag, and his renditions of sea shanties and other songs from the games have been streamed some 70 million times; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Rodney Crowell - William Elliott Whitmore
native Texan Crowell is a multi-Grammy Award-winning troubadour with 15 number-one hits; featuring special guest William Elliott Whitmore; $25-81.25; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. El Khat - Nick Yeck-Stauffer
El Khat forges a sound that bridges past and present-keeping Yemeni culture alive while reimagining its future; friend of Rozz-Tox Nick Yeck-Stauffer has been intuitively incorporating the trumpet into amplified outsider music since the late 2000s; $10 in advance, $15 at the door (cash only); all ages; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm)
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm). Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Bird and Byron (6pm)
concert with the indie-rock and soul duo based out of Nashville; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Angela Meyer
Event Title: Angela Meyer. Venue: Frick's Tap.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Frick's Tap.
Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
This Love Between Us
the Cornell Department of Music will welcome Reena Esmail, an American musical composer of Indian and Western classical music, as an artist in residence in November; her residency will culminate in a performance of her work, “This Love Between Us,” with the combined choirs, orchestra, and guest sitar and tabla players.
Venue: United Methodist Church of Mount Vernon.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
United Methodist Church of Mount Vernon.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. Gabriel Kahane & Attacca Quartet
pianist, vocalist, and Hancher’s composer-in-residence Gabriel Kahane joins the vibrant Attacca Quartet for a performance which employs Ravel’s String Quartet in F Major as a scaffolding. Ravel’s work will be interwoven with Gabriel Kahane’s Klee and Final Privacy Song; the artists, who will also spend significant time in residency with University of Iowa School of Music students, will end the program with a new set of songs written for this occasion; $10-25; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Henhouse Prowlers - Buffalo Galaxy
the kinship between bluegrass musicians; Ben Wright (banjo, vocals), Chris Dollar (guitar, vocals), Jon Goldfine (bass, vocals), and Jake Howard (mandolin, vocals) is palpable, the four having traveled to places most would never predict; featuring a set by Buffalo Galaxy; $20-25; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org.