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. Open Jam w/ B & D Hosted by Soulshine (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam w/ B & D Hosted by Soulshine (6pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
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. Iowa City Youth Choir Fall Concert
enjoy Iowa City Youth Choir's Aspire and Discover Choirs performing a variety of choral pieces. Singers range from 3rd–8th grade and come from all around the Iowa City area; $5/family suggested donation.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.nolteacademy.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. Quad Cities Ukulele Club (2pm)
in concert for the Seniors at Silver Bells Social during Festival of Trees.
Venue: Davenport RiverCenter.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport RiverCenter.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.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. The 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. Angela Meyer (3pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer (3pm). Venue: The Lucky Frog Bar & Grill.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Lucky Frog Bar & Grill.
Greg Percifield (4pm)
Event Title: Greg Percifield (4pm). Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rob and Gary of The Night People (6pm)
Event Title: Rob and Gary of The Night People (6pm). Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Metal Mayhem -- Thanksgiving of Terror: God Bluff - Funky Fetus - New Altar - Integument - Crimson Temple - Hollow Point Facelift (6:30pm)
a night with the metal musicians; $15-18; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Bonnie Trash - Bleached Cross - Everlasting Light
concert with the horror-gaze/post-punk drone project by twin sisters Emmalia and Sarafina Bortolon-Vettor, featuring sets by Bleached Cross and Everlasting Light; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Bucktown Americana Music Show
guests include Richard Roberts, one of our favorite singer/songwriters, and headliners Pickled Beats, the dynamic duo of Kenny Fox and Sue Friend, featuring stellar covers of classic country songs; special thanks to our season sponsor, Picture Perfect Travel; for information and tickets, visit BucktownAmericana.com, for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Laid Back Country Picker
his show combines '70s guitar rock, honky-tonk, and punk, all with hillbilly sensibility; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. The Cowtippers
Event Title: The Cowtippers. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. The Rock & Soul Band
Event Title: The Rock & Soul Band. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. 3 on the Tree
Event Title: 3 on the Tree. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Levi Craft
Event Title: Levi Craft. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles
by respectfully and accurately reproducing the Grammy-Award-winning sounds of our generation's Greatest American Songbook, this legendary Southern California group has touched the hearts of fans all over the world,$10-40; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. In the Kitchen w/ James
Amateur Selectors presents an evening of hip hop, electronic, and jazz; all ages; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 in Concert (2 & 7:30pm)
at 2 & 7:30pm; ear the Quad City Symphony Orchestra bring Alexandre Desplat’s music to life and experience all the action as the film is projected onto a giant screen; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Quad Cities Ukulele Club (2:30pm)
in concert on Center Stageduring Festival of Trees.
Venue: Davenport RiverCenter.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport RiverCenter.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. John Resch & Doggin Out (6pm)
Event Title: John Resch & Doggin Out (6pm). Venue: Nubs.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Nubs.
Beth Lizano Band
Event Title: Beth Lizano Band. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. M3 Trio
for information, call 309-865-2100.
Event Title: M3 Trio. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. Totes McGotes
Event Title: Totes McGotes. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Augustana Symphonic Band
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Knox-Galesburg Symphony: A Celebration of Spirit
the event brings together masterworks that highlight the vitality and diversity of the human experience; Shostakovich’s Festive Overture follows with bold energy and wit, capturing a sense of unrestrained joy and celebration; Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite transports us into a world of wonder, tradition, and imagination, marking the seasonal shift with timeless melodies; Amy Beach’s monumental Gaelic Symphony closes the evenin, an emotional and expansive journey that blends romantic expression with Celtic heritage, showcasing the power of music to carry cultural identity and individual voice through generations; $5-36.20; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Avey Grouws Band
Event Title: Avey Grouws Band. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Too Hype Crew
Event Title: Too Hype Crew. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Keith Anderson: Pickin' Wildflowers 20th Anniversary Tour
with a career that includes Grammy and ACM nominations, chart-topping singles like “Pickin’ Wildflowers” and “Every Time I Hear Your Name,” and songwriting credits for some of Nashville’s biggest hits, Anderson brings an unforgettable mix of raw vocals, rock-driven twang, and genuine country soul; featuring an opening set by Blake Jack; $14-57; for information and tickets, call 641-472-2787.
Venue: Fairfield Arts & Convention Center.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Fairfield Arts & Convention Center.
For more info visit fairfieldacc.com. The American Ride: Toby Keith Tribute
Mike Has been performing his tribute to Toby Keith for more than 13 years; the concert is centered around the good-time, patriotic, party music of Keith from his first hit, "Should've Been A Cowboy," to "Don't Let The Old Man In" and everything in between; $35-40; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Angela Meyer
Event Title: Angela Meyer. Venue: JT's Alpha Inn.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
JT's Alpha Inn.
DJ Muxia
Event Title: DJ Muxia. Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rob & Rich Duo
Event Title: Rob & Rich Duo. Venue: Jim's Knoxville Tap.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Jim's Knoxville Tap.
Songbird Jazz Quartet
Event Title: Songbird Jazz Quartet. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. FB4
Event Title: FB4. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Harley Corin's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lessons & Carols (3 & 5pm)
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Ascension Chapel, Augustana College.
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Ascension Chapel, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Lickwid Red (3:30pm)
Event Title: Lickwid Red (3:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lessons & Carols (3 & 5pm)
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Ascension Chapel, Augustana College.
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Ascension Chapel, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Goldpine - The Burney Sisters (6pm)
concert with Nashville-based Americana musicians Benjamin and Kassie Wilson, featuring a set by the Burney Sisters; $23.81.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Illusion of Fate - Carrion Throne - St. October - Crimson Temple (6pm)
concert with the touring rockers; $15-20.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 11:55 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dan Hubbard
the Illinois native is set to release his 10th studio work in the fall of 2025 - a six song EP titled "Vol 1: Letting Go:' this will be the first in a two-volume set; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Mensa - Klasskamp - Blaster (6pm)
concert with the touring indie musicians, featuring sets by Klasskamp and Blaster; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Retrograde - Lombardy (6pm)
concert with the Florida-based rockers, featuring a set by Lombardy; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, November 25, 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 25, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wishbone Ash: The Wishlist Tour featuring Argus Live
Wishbone Ash headlined arenas and stadiums throughout the world in the 1970’s; here’s your chance to be up close and personal with the Classic Rock Legends who invented and perfected the twin lead guitar sound that will blow your mind; $3035, $80 VIP tickets; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Doug Brundies (3pm)
Event Title: Doug Brundies (3pm). Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
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 26, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Angela Meyer (5:30pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer (5:30pm). Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Lynn Allen
Event Title: Lynn Allen. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Crooked Cactus
Event Title: Crooked Cactus. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Cheese Pizza - The Krank Daddies
an evening with the touring rockers.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.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 27, 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 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, November 27, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
CJ Ryder & the Past Masters
Event Title: CJ Ryder & the Past Masters. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Thursday, November 27, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Open Mic & Karaoke Night
Event Title: Open Mic & Karaoke Night. Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
Thursday, November 27, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.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 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Baja Tacos & Shots.
The Brat Pack Dance Party
Event Title: The Brat Pack Dance Party. Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Girly Pop Night
$13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Rooster - Black Hole Sun
two powerhouse tributes celebrating the music of Alice In Chains and Soundgarden.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Champagne Fixx Band
Event Title: Champagne Fixx Band. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. The Detour Band
Event Title: The Detour Band. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Douglas & Tucker
Event Title: Douglas & Tucker. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Got Your Six
Event Title: Got Your Six. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ozark Jubilee Presents: A Branson Country Christmas featuring the Ozark Jubilee with Special Tribute to Our Veterans (2pm)
this year the Ozark Jubilee will be honoring and paying tribute to our veterans, and thanking them for their special service; the entire second half of the show is a total variety of Christmas music; from traditional standards that you'll remember such as Silent Night, White Christmas and many more to some contemporary Christmas selections. The Ozark Jubilee will share with you the true meaning of Christmas with music, comedy and message to provide an evening of entertainment that will touch your heart; $30-35; for tickets and information, call 563-652-9815.
Venue: Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
For more info visit ohnwardfineartscenter.com. Angela Meyer (6pm)
playing for the Christmas Lights Drive-Thru.
Event Title: Angela Meyer (6pm). Venue: Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.
Patrick Moore (6pm)
Event Title: Patrick Moore (6pm). Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Jordan Danielsen Band with Levi, Donovan, & Cooper
Event Title: The Jordan Danielsen Band with Levi, Donovan, & Cooper. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Textures Trio
for information, call 309-865-2100.
Event Title: The Textures Trio. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. Death Angel: Act III - Toxic Holocaust - Lions at the Gate - Misfire
the hard-rock and metal musicians perform their "Act III" album live, featuring sets by Toxic Holocaust, Lions at the Gate, and Misfire; $39.86.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Oliver Twists - Tambourine - Feldpup Five - Salty Dog
concert with the touring indie musicians, featuring sets by Tambourine, Feldpup Five, and Salty Dog; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Champagne Fixx
Event Title: Champagne Fixx. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Rosie & the Rivets
Event Title: Rosie & the Rivets. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Liverpool Legends: The Complete Beatles Experience
an evening with the Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Beatles act featuring ffour incredibly talented musicians/actors put together by Louise Harrison, sister of George Harrison, to honor her brother’s legacy, and re-create the band that changed the world forever; the show is narrated by Louise Harrison and takes you on a musical journey through time; $48 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Casey Klein
Event Title: Casey Klein. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Code 415
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 8:00 PM – Sunday, November 30, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Whiskey Stop.
Tony Hoeppner & Friends
Event Title: Tony Hoeppner & Friends. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Salsa Night w/ Sonora Sazon de Antano
an evening with the touring salsa musicians; $12-15; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. YOUR MOM!! Monsters of the Mississippi
featuring Doug Brundies, Bryan West, Matt Fuller, and Derek Michael Petersen; $10 day of show.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:55 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sunday Funday w/ Angela Meyer (3pm)
Event Title: Sunday Funday w/ Angela Meyer (3pm). Venue: The Grove Bar & Grill.
Sunday, November 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
The Grove Bar & Grill.
The Jason & John Experience (4pm)
Event Title: The Jason & John Experience (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, November 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Riverbend Bronze Handbells (noon)
an event in the Tuneful Tuesday Series; get into the holiday spirit and join us for a holiday concert with a group from the Riverbend Bronze Handbells; this concert is suitable for music lovers of all ages; light refreshments will be provided; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Glyders - Daisey Glue (6pm)
founded in Chicago in 2014 by partners Joshua Condon and Eliza Weber, Glyders have been playing their mystery sound at shows around town and country ever since; featuring a set by Daisey Glue; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, December 2, 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, December 2, 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, December 3, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Melissa Lanpher (6:30pm)
Event Title: Melissa Lanpher (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, December 3, 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, December 3, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas
led by acclaimed performer Rick Schuler, this enchanting holiday concert features beloved Denver classics like “Rocky Mountain High,” “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” “Annie’s Song,” and “Sunshine On My Shoulders"; the evening also includes a heartfelt tribute to Denver’s iconic holiday specials, with seasonal favorites such as “Aspenglow,” “Silent Night,” “Joy to the World,” and “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire"; $32 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.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, December 4, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lewis Knudsen (6pm)
Event Title: Lewis Knudsen (6pm). Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
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, December 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Jordan Danielsen (6:30pm)
Event Title: Jordan Danielsen (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, December 4, 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, December 4, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
The Night Life Band (2pm)
country music and dancing; $7/person.
Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Zach Steinke (4pm)
Event Title: Zach Steinke (4pm). Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Augustana Jazz Combos Christmas (4pm)
held in The Brew; for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Augustana College.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Choral Dynamics: The Beauty of Christmas
the concert celebrates the beauty of nature, beauty of tradition, beauty of decorations, and beauty of seeing Christmas through the eyes of a child; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-19, ages 12 & under free; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Rhett Miller
concert with the Dallas-based Americana singer/songwriter; $33.06.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Tech N9ne
concert event with the rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, and entrepreneur; $53.01 & up.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Christmas at Heritage Center: Come, Messiah
the event will feature the University of Dubuque's Department of Fine and Performing Arts including the UD Concert Band, Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Treble Choir, Handbell Ensemble, and String Ensemble. Charles Barland, DMA, university organist and professor of music, will play the John and Alice Butler Pipe Organ; complimentary holiday refreshments and live music from the UD Jazz Band will immediately follow the concert; $24-29; for information and tickets, call 563-589-3267.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Crooked Cactus
Event Title: Crooked Cactus. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Don Gustofoson
Event Title: Don Gustofoson. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fireside Tracks w/ Bess Beshears
Amateur Selectors presents an evening of pop, psych rock, prog rock, art rock, and Obama-era indie; all ages; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Christmas at Augustana (2pm)
the production will include performances by the Augustana Brass Ensemble, Augustana Symphony Orchestra, Augustana Handbell Choir, Augustana Choir, Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble and Augustana Concert Chorale; $11-23; for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. For Those About to Yacht
Event Title: For Those About to Yacht. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Augustana Jazz Christmas
held in the Gavle Rooms; for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Augustana College.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Choral Dynamics: The Beauty of Christmas
the concert celebrates the beauty of nature, beauty of tradition, beauty of decorations, and beauty of seeing Christmas through the eyes of a child; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-19, ages 12 & under free; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Kongero
the highly esteemed, world touring Swedish Folk'appella group singing powerful, evocative, haunting music; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Christmas with Elvis
fronted by multi-award-winning tribute artist, Jonathan Lyons of "Jonny Lyons & the Pride," this special holiday tribute to the King of Rock and Roll takes the audience back in time to the early years of a youthful and energetic Elvis Presley; Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $35-40; for information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Masterworks III: Schumann Piano Concerto
Bach’s graceful Third Orchestral Suite, Schumann’s heartfelt Piano Concerto featuring world-renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman, and Mozart’s joyful and exuberant “Jupiter” Symphony combine for a timeless and radiant musical experience full of warmth and connection; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. MegaBallad
celebrating 80s hard-rock power ballads from bands including Whitesnake, Guns n Roses, Poison, Def Leppard, Aerosmith, Skid Row, and more; $10-15.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Matt Barber & Friends
Event Title: Matt Barber & Friends. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sevendust - Cory Marks
concert with the Atlanta-based rockers on their "The Southside Double-Wide Tour," featuring a set by Cory Marks; $66.21-76.77.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Wild Horses
basement concert with the Minnesota-based Americana band; BYOB, free popcorn; $35-40.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Basement.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Basement.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. 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, December 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Choral Dynamics: The Beauty of Christmas (2pm)
the concert celebrates the beauty of nature, beauty of tradition, beauty of decorations, and beauty of seeing Christmas through the eyes of a child; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-19, ages 12 & under free; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Christmas at Augustana (2pm)
the production will include performances by the Augustana Brass Ensemble, Augustana Symphony Orchestra, Augustana Handbell Choir, Augustana Choir, Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble and Augustana Concert Chorale; $11-23; for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Christmas with Elvis (2pm)
fronted by multi-award-winning tribute artist, Jonathan Lyons of "Jonny Lyons & the Pride," this special holiday tribute to the King of Rock and Roll takes the audience back in time to the early years of a youthful and energetic Elvis Presley; Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $35-40; for information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Masterworks III: Schumann Piano Concerto (2pm)
Bach’s graceful Third Orchestral Suite, Schumann’s heartfelt Piano Concerto featuring world-renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman, and Mozart’s joyful and exuberant “Jupiter” Symphony combine for a timeless and radiant musical experience full of warmth and connection; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Bartlett Performing Arts Center.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 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 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. An Afternoon with Damon Johnson (3pm)
enjoy listening to and hearing stories from Damon about the "Magnolia Medicine" album before its release in April 2026; Damon will then provide you with an acoustic performance that will take you on a trip from his early original material all the way to performing songs from his band Lynyrd Skynyrd, with a stop along the way to perform songs from all his other bands; $20-55.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Totes McGotes (4pm)
Event Title: Totes McGotes (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ben Rosenblum Trio - Laura Anglade (4pm)
an evening with the touring jazz musicians; $12-15; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Pullstring - Company Dimes - Display Case (6pm)
concert with the Minneapolis-based rockers, featuring sets by Company Dimes and Display Case; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Advance Base - Kristin Daelyn - Liv Carrow
concert with the melancholic soft rock recording project of Chicago, featuring sets by Kristin Daelyn and Liv Carrow; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 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, December 9, 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, December 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Chicago Street Orchestra - Forma Elegante - CJ Parker (6pm)
this Chicago-based band of veteran musicians perform music from the African diaspora, featuring sets by Forma Elegante and CJ Parker; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Caleb & Kellen Holiday Show (6:30pm)
Event Title: Caleb & Kellen Holiday Show (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, December 10, 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, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Grand Ol' Christmas Show
a one-of-a-kind musical variety show bringing all-time favorite Christmas classics and original sketch comedy antics to theaters across the country; based in Texas the original family friendly holiday show featuring the Americana standout music group, Blue Water Highway along with a cast of the best artists and entertainers from the Lone Star State; $35.16-45.56; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Asleep at the Wheel
concert with the Western swing music group that was formed in Paw Paw, West Virginia, in 1970; $25-58; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.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, December 11, 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, December 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Pat Foley (6:30pm)
Event Title: Pat Foley (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Magic Dust: The Songs of Dave Moore
an all-star tribute organized by Jeffrey Foucault and featuring Greg Brown, Iris Dement, Bo Ramsey, Pieta Brown, Joe and Vicki Price, Kris Delmhorst, Erik Koskinen, David Huckfelt, David Zollo, and Phil Heywood singing their favorite Dave Moore songs, backed up by Dave himself, and joined by Jeffrey Foucault and his band, featuring Eric Heywood (Pretenders) John Convertino (Calexico), and Jeremy Moses Curtis (Booker T); $15-33; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Doug Brundies (4pm)
Event Title: Doug Brundies (4pm). Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dodge Street Duo
Event Title: Dodge Street Duo. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Nate Smith (7 & 9pm)
Smith fearlessly fuses his original modern jazz compositions with the sounds of R&B, pop, and hip-hop; $10-20; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Nova Singers: A Nova Christmas
40th-season concert with the professional vocal ensemble under the direction of award-winning conductor Dr. Laura Lane; the concert celebrates the holiday season with favorite carols and other songs of the season; for information, call 309-341-7038.
Venue: First Lutheran Church - Galesburg.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
First Lutheran Church - Galesburg.
For more info visit www.novasingers.com. Winterland
specializing in the Grateful Dead’s catalog and sound from 1969 through the late 1970s, Winterland pulls you back in time to a place where the Dead’s rhythm and blues, folk and country roots were still deeply embedded in their music even as they explored the wild and experimental outer reaches of psychedelic rock; $15-20; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Jordan Danielsen
Event Title: Jordan Danielsen. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Matt Fuller Band
Event Title: The Matt Fuller Band. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jump: America's Van Halen Experience
an evening with one of the top up-and-coming Van Halen tributes in the nation; $25-30.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Wynonna Judd
concert with the chart-topping, Grammy-winning country legend; $70-85; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Holiday Brass (3pm)
Dec. 13 & 14; ring in the holiday season with members of the QCSO Brass and Percussion sections; under the direction of Maestro Mark Russell Smith to perform uplifting selections of classical and holiday favorites; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Second Baptist Church.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Second Baptist Church.
For more info visit qcso.org. Code 415
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Dueling Piano Night: Howl at the Moon
an all-request, live entertainment with dueling pianos, vocalists, and drums.
Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Electric Cars - Tragic Blonde Vacation
featuring tributes to The Cars, No Doubt, Blondie, and the Go-Gos; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Home for the Holidays with Kristin Wetherington
featuring Jekyll & Hyde’s Kristin Wetherington and other recent TLP alumni, hear traditional classics to upbeat modern hits that are sure to remind you of the joys of the Christmas season and why there’s no place like home for the holidays; Sat. 7L:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $35-40; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Jane Lynch's A Swingin' Little Christmas
featuring Kate Flannery & Tim Davis with The Tony Guerrero Quintet; classic holiday tunes come to life in this hilarious and heartwarming holiday extravaganza; $20-65; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Nova Singers: A Nova Christmas
40th-season concert with the professional vocal ensemble under the direction of award-winning conductor Dr. Laura Lane; the concert celebrates the holiday season with favorite carols and other songs of the season; for information, call 309-341-7038.
Venue: St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport.
For more info visit www.novasingers.com. Thrash of the Titans - Got Your Six
a tribute to the Big 4 of thrash metal (Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax, Megadeth), featuring a set by Got Your Six; $10-15.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ed Pruis
Event Title: Ed Pruis. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Pork Tornadoes
an evening with one of the most well-known and -loved party bands in the Midwest $19.75-30.30.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Home for the Holidays with Kristin Wetherington (2pm)
featuring Jekyll & Hyde’s Kristin Wetherington and other recent TLP alumni, hear traditional classics to upbeat modern hits that are sure to remind you of the joys of the Christmas season and why there’s no place like home for the holidays; Sat. 7L:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $35-40; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Holiday Brass (3pm)
Dec. 13 & 14; ring in the holiday season with members of the QCSO Brass and Percussion sections; under the direction of Maestro Mark Russell Smith to perform uplifting selections of classical and holiday favorites; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Second Baptist Church.
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Second Baptist Church.
For more info visit qcso.org. The BPM's (4pm)
Event Title: The BPM's (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, December 16, 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, December 17, 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, December 17, 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, December 17, 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, December 18, 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, December 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Teenage Bottlerocket - Fea - Rodeo Boys (6pm)
concert with the rock band formed in Laramie, Wyoming in 2000, featuring sets by Fea and Rodeo Boys; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Ruby & Donovan Holiday Show (6:30pm)
Event Title: Ruby & Donovan Holiday Show (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, December 18, 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, December 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Blue Violin Candlelight Christmas Extravaganza
this one-of-a-kind holiday concert experience blends the beauty of traditional carols with high-octane rock anthems, cinematic classical reimaginings, and heartwarming favorites all brought to life in glowing candlelight with a dazzling stage set and immersive light show; $40-65; for information and tickets, call 563-585-7469.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. An Olde English Christmas with Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone
join Peter and Herman’s Hermits for a very special and enchanting evening that celebrates their legendary career and the joy of Christmas, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of all ages; $39; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. POP 2000 TOUR w/ Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, & LFO
an evening with the chart-topping pop stars; $15-55; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Greg Percifield (4pm)
Event Title: Greg Percifield (4pm). Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. JP & the Blues Machine (6pm)
Event Title: JP & the Blues Machine (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More (6:30pm)
Candlelight was created with the aim of making music more accessible by bringing it to unexpected and intimate venues, offering a visually stunning and approachable experience; since its launch, it has hosted thousands of concerts in over 150 cities around the world, including London, New York, Madrid, Sydney, and Paris; $20-40.50.
Venue: First Congregational Church - Moline.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
First Congregational Church - Moline.
For more info visit feverup.com. Bucktown Americana Music Show
for information and tickets, visit BucktownAmericana.com, for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Christmas in Taylorville
holiday tribute to the music of Taylor Swift; $31-60.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Eufórquestra: Home for the Holidays - Big Begonias
Eufórquestra is energy and rhythm personified, an ever-evolving sound that has been influenced by music from all over the world with an emphasis on funk, pocket and groove; featuring special guests Big Begonias; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Rabbit Hole
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 8:00 PM – Saturday, December 20, 2025, 12:00 AM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Songbird Bethann
Event Title: Songbird Bethann. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.