An Afternoon with the QC Chordbusters (3pm)
st back, relax, and enjoy the four part harmonies of the QC Chordbusters.; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. J. Roddy Walston - The Saint Cecilia (6pm)
concert with the touring rock guitarist, featuring a set by The Saint Cecilia; $33.06.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Ticket (6:30pm)
Event Title: The Ticket (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Minds Open Mic
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. In Flames - Thrown - Distant - Upon Stone
In Flames has built a stunning reputation with devastating, crowd-moving, inspired performances around the world at every major rock and metal festival imaginable; featuring sets by Thrown, Distant, Upon Stone; $39.55-119.26.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Samantha Fish
one of the most formidable guitarists of her generation, Fish deals in her own unmatched brand of bravado, bringing both mind-blowing power and extraordinary emotionality to everything she creates; $20-49.50; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Built to Spill - Wussy
concert with the indie rock band that formed in Boise, Idaho, in 1992, featuring a set by Wussy; $40-45.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
The Gunshy (6pm)
concert with the indie-folk singer/songwriter; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:45 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm)
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm). Venue: R Bar.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
R Bar.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. UI Black Pop Music Group (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Douglas & Tucker
Event Title: Douglas & Tucker. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Hap Hazard
Event Title: Hap Hazard. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Back to the Scene:: Emo Night
spinning all your favorite emo/pop-punk/screamo hits; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Bucktown Americana Music Show
a relaxed, welcoming evening of great songs, great stories, and guaranteed good vibes; for information and tickets, visit BucktownAmericana.com, for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Spatterdash
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Gimme Gimme Disco
Event Title: Gimme Gimme Disco. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Matt Fuller Band
Event Title: Matt Fuller Band. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jerm Theory & Camp Regret
a night of original indie and alternative rock; $10-15; for information, call 309-506-4924.
Venue: RIBCO.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.ribco.com. Sushi Roll
Event Title: Sushi Roll. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 16, 2026, 12:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. The Coolerators
Event Title: The Coolerators. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 16, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Tony Hoeppner & Friends
Event Title: Tony Hoeppner & Friends. Venue: Micky's Irish Pub.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 9:00 PM – Saturday, May 16, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Micky's Irish Pub.
For more info visit mickysirishpub.com. 6th-Annual QC Rock Academy Summer Kickoff Concert (4pm)
10 bands will play music from different genres, showcasing the talented students of the QC Rock Academy band program; food and beverage vendors will be on-site; free admission; for information, e-mail QCRockAcademyMGR@gmail.com.
Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Keenan TreVon - E.M.E. - AC Yung - Jacob Kynard (4pm)
concert with the multi-genre artist, singer, and songwriter originating from Aurora, Colorado; featuring sets by E.M.E. AC Yung, and Jacob Kynard; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Leigh Timbrook (6pm)
Event Title: Leigh Timbrook (6pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Secrets (6pm)
Event Title: Secrets (6pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dani Lynn Howe (6:30pm) - Brass Pear (8:30pm)
Event Title: Dani Lynn Howe (6:30pm) - Brass Pear (8:30pm). Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – Sunday, May 17, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Blues Deluxe
Event Title: Blues Deluxe. Venue: Nubs.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nubs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Hang Your Hate - Worst Impressions - Gunk Lung - Astro Brat
Event Title: Hang Your Hate - Worst Impressions - Gunk Lung - Astro Brat. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jerry’s Briefcase
Event Title: Jerry’s Briefcase. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Pickled Beats
Event Title: Pickled Beats. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar. Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. Smooth Groove
Event Title: Smooth Groove. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Keith Rea
an evening with the Americana singer/songwriter; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; bring lawn chairs and blankets; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Kenny & Dolly: Real Love
join us as award-winning country artists Alan Turner and Laurie Lynn a musical journey through decades of Parton and Rogers hits; $15-28; for tickets and information, call 563-652-9815.
Venue: Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
For more info visit www.ohnwardfineartscenter.com. Rude Punch
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. A Wicked Evening with Louise Dearman
Dearman, a prominent British actress and singer known for her extensive career in West End musicals and concerts, will be making her U.S. solo show debut; she made history as the first (and to date only) actress to play both lead roles, “Glinda” and “Elphaba,” full-time under contract; the concert will feature songs from both of the roles she performed in Wicked on London’s West End, and will also highlight material from her 25-plus-year professional stage career and solo recordings; accompanying Dearman on the piano will be Central Illinois musical director and pianist Anthony Roberts; $35.16-45.56; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. El Desmadre
regional Mexican music with the Miami-based band; $30.65.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Jackie Venson - James Tutson
eralded as one of “Austin’s rising stars” by Rolling Stone and “an Austin legend in the making” by Forbes, Jackie Venson has established herself as one of the most commanding performers to come out of Texas; $15-25; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon - Iowa City.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon - Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. John Corabi & Friends
concert with the hard rock singer and guitarist and friends Paul Taylor, Jeremy Asbrock, Michael Devin, Troy Luccketta, and Marti Frederiksen; $25-30.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lolina - Desert Liminal
concert with the London-based electronic and digital musician, featuring a set by Desert Liminal; $15-20, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Lorrie Morgan & T. Graham Brown
country singer/songwriters perform on their "One Night, Two Icons Tour"; $35-65; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. 6 Strings Down (8:30pm) - Motley Scrue (10:30pm)
Event Title: 6 Strings Down (8:30pm) - Motley Scrue (10:30pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, May 17, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Angela Meyer
Event Title: Angela Meyer. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Rambunctious
Event Title: Rambunctious. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, May 17, 2026, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Yacht Rock Sunday (2pm)
Event Title: Yacht Rock Sunday (2pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Second Mortgage & the Sofa Kings (2pm)
one of the area's longest-running good-time bands will host a reunion concert for the benefit of the Galesburg Orpheum Theatre; the show will mark the band's forty years together and has been dubbed "Paid in Full"; $20 minimum donation; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Hap Hazard (3pm)
Event Title: Hap Hazard (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Augustana Choir Home Concert (3pm)
for information, call 309-794-7306.
Venue: St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Angela Meyer (4pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer (4pm). Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Leading Ladies (4pm)
Event Title: Leading Ladies (4pm). Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wyatt Weipert (4pm)
Event Title: Wyatt Weipert (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Whiskey Stop Karaoke Showdown
Event Title: Whiskey Stop Karaoke Showdown. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kreator - Carcass - Cold Steel
concert with the trash-rock ensemble from Essen, Germany, featuring sets by Carcass and Cold Steel; $47-69.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Open Jam Night w/ Donovan Gustofson (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Donovan Gustofson (6pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night People (5:30pm)
Iowa Hall of Fame band from the 1970s; 5pm doors, 5:30pm music; $5.
Event Title: The Night People (5:30pm). Venue: Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm)
Event Title: Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fai Laci (6pm)
the band was founded by Luke Faillaci following the 2022 release of the first Fai Laci EP, Conversation, recorded in his college bedroom and highlighted by such tracks as “Five” and “Gypsy Lover"; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Minds Open Mic
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.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, May 21, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Third Thursday Jazz featuring the TriTones (6pm)
Event Title: Third Thursday Jazz featuring the TriTones (6pm). Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Earth Tongue - Pink Fuzz (6pm)
concert with the heavy psych rock two-piece from Wellington, New Zealand, featuring a set by Pink Fuzz; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:45 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ben Schwind (noon)
concert in the Brown Bag Lunch Series; Schwind is a multi-instrumentalist who has graced the Quad Cities’ music scene for the last 15 years; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Good Makers Market: Angela Meyer (3pm)
Event Title: Good Makers Market: Angela Meyer (3pm). Venue: Downtown Tipton.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Downtown Tipton.
Mercado on Fifth: Tamborazo La Magdalena (5:30pm) - Los Sembradores del Norte (6:30pm) - Crooked Cactus (7:45pm) - Grupo Innstinto (9pm)
playing for Mercado on Fifth's 10th Anniversary Grand Opening Celebration.
Venue: Mercado on Fifth.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Mercado on Fifth.
For more info visit www.mercadoonfifth.org. Royal Pop (6pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: El Fogon Mexican Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
El Fogon Mexican Bar & Grill.
Josh Spinner - Lainey Jean (6pm)
concert with the multi-talented musician from the northern suburbs of Chicago, featuring a set by Lainey Jean; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Angela Meyer (6:30pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer (6:30pm). Venue: B52 Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
B52 Bar & Grill.
Heartbreak Honey (6:30pm)
Event Title: Heartbreak Honey (6:30pm). Venue: Jennie's Boxcar.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Jennie's Boxcar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. West Liberty High and West High Bands (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Jason Carl's Tom Petty Tribute
Event Title: Jason Carl's Tom Petty Tribute. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Randy Leasman
Event Title: Randy Leasman. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Class of '82
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone
Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone has sold over eighty million records with iconic songs like "I'm Into Something Good," "Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Daughter," “Silhouettes” “Wonderful World” “Can’ You Hear My Heart Beat” “A Must to Avoid” “Listen People” and "There's a Kind of Hush"; $39 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. 28 Days Later - Two Boyfriends - Burke Ward Wallace
Event Title: 28 Days Later - Two Boyfriends - Burke Ward Wallace. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fair Warning
Event Title: Fair Warning. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Smells Like Nirvana: A Tribute to Nirvana
concert with the touring tribute rockers as they perform songs from Nevermind, In Utero, Bleach, and more; $30-31.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Palomino
Event Title: Palomino. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 23, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones
Event Title: Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 23, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Fishbait
Event Title: Fishbait. Venue: Micky's Irish Pub.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:00 PM – Saturday, May 23, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Micky's Irish Pub.
For more info visit mickysirishpub.com. The Zone (noon)
Event Title: The Zone (noon). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Iowa Women's Jazz Orchestra Sextet (2pm)
hear a selection of music featuring women jazz composers and arrangers, performed by women instrumentalists; formed in 2017, the Iowa Women's Jazz Orchestra (IWJO) is a jazz big band made up of women musicians from across the state who are dedicated to showcasing, and inspiring the participation of, women and girls in jazz; hear the IWJO Sextet, a six-person jazz combo of teachers and professional musicians, as they perform a program spotlighting the contributions of women to jazz history; IWJO founder Toni LeFebvre, a 2010 graduate of Pleasant Valley High School, performs with the sextet; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Pat Foley (4pm)
Event Title: Pat Foley (4pm). Venue: Jerry's - LeClaire.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Jerry's - LeClaire.
Flatland Ridge - Tangle Creek (5:30pm)
event in the Summer Concert Series; free admission, food for purchase, coolers welcome, well-behaved leashed pets only, free parking nearby; family-friendly outdoor live music; bring a lawn chair. and be ready to enjoy a summer evening in downtown Maquoketa.
Venue: Glovik Community Park.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Tangled Reality (6pm)
Event Title: Tangled Reality (6pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Alex + Josie
Event Title: Alex + Josie. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. DMT: A Dave Matthews Tribute
screening of the Oscar-winning epic; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: DMT: A Dave Matthews Tribute. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Funktastic 5
Event Title: Funktastic 5. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Jelly Fingers
Event Title: The Jelly Fingers. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
10 of Soul - Night School
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Uniphonics
concert in the Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings series; free; for information, call 319-337-7944.
Venue: Riverfront Crossings Park.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Riverfront Crossings Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. 100 Years of Hank Williams
Jason Petty performs his tribute to the legendary country musician; $33.08-41.40; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Royal Pop
Event Title: Royal Pop. Venue: Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sunday, May 24, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Stein / Smith / Shead - Gabi Vanek
concert with the Chicago-rooted improvising trio uniting bass clarinetist Jason Stein, double bassist Damon Smith, and percussionist Adam Shead, featuring a set by Gabi Vanek; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. The Matt Fuller Band
a night of live country and Southern rock; free; for information, call 309-506-4924.
Venue: RIBCO.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.ribco.com. Whitney - Lucky Cloud
concert with the indie rock band formed in Chicago in 2015, featuring a set by Lucky Cloud; $35-40.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.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; $12-15; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit tickets.circa21.com. Class of '82
Event Title: Class of '82. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, May 24, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones
Event Title: Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, May 24, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Angela Meyer (2pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer (2pm). Venue: Buffalo Boondocks.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Buffalo Boondocks.
Royal Pop (2pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (2pm). Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
Shaun Easton (2pm)
Event Title: Shaun Easton (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rambunctious (4pm)
Event Title: Rambunctious (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Casts - Elliott Bay Towers - Lex Leto (6pm)
concert with the ambient project from Joshua Bohnsack, music written for psychedelic therapy, but you can listen to it other times, too; featuring sets by Elliott Bay Towers and Lex Leto; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Whiskey Stop Karaoke Showdown
Event Title: Whiskey Stop Karaoke Showdown. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. An Evening with Joe Stamm
after more than a decade of writing, performing, and touring, Stamm has honed his storytelling ability to such fine detail, you’d think he was there when you were getting up to no good in your hometown.; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Josh Duffee & His Big Band featuring Travis Hosette
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Chantilly Lace featuring Junior Talley
Event Title: Chantilly Lace featuring Junior Talley. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s
Event Title: Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. The Zone (noon)
Event Title: The Zone (noon). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Monday, May 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. La Cerca - We Were Paper - Company Dimes (6pm)
concert with the Tucson-based psychedelic four-piece, featuring sets by We Were Paper and Company Dimes; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mihali
concert with the reggae-rock and indie-pop musicians; $25-30; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 21 Steps (6pm)
Event Title: 21 Steps (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Derision Cult - 12 Gauge Autopsy - Wyvern (6pm)
concert with the Chicago-based industrial metal project spearheaded by Dave McAnally, featuring sets by 12 Gauge Autopsy and Wyvern; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Minds Open Mic
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Awful Purdies - Simon Cropp (5:30pm)
event in the Summer Concert Series; free admission, food for purchase, coolers welcome, well-behaved leashed pets only, free parking nearby; family-friendly outdoor live music; bring a lawn chair. and be ready to enjoy a summer evening in downtown Maquoketa.
Venue: Glovik Community Park.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
True Green - Tambourine (6pm)
concert with the project of Minneapolis bedroom-pop songwriter Dan Hornsby, featuring a set by Tambourine; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Heather Maloney - High Tea
Massachusetts-based “writer song-singer” Heather Maloney discovered her voice during three years at a meditation center, shaping a sound rooted in quiet reflection and a deep love of storytelling; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Open Mic & Karaoke Night
Event Title: Open Mic & Karaoke Night. Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:45 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wes Weever Duo (5pm)
Event Title: Wes Weever Duo (5pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. JaCi Leigh & the JUICE (6:30pm) - Krista Lynn Meadow (8:30pm)
Event Title: JaCi Leigh & the JUICE (6:30pm) - Krista Lynn Meadow (8:30pm). Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – Saturday, May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Clear Creek Amana and City High Bands (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Flabbergastor - Jump Breakpoint
Event Title: Flabbergastor - Jump Breakpoint. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tangled Reality
Event Title: Tangled Reality. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Choral Dynamics: Raising Spirits with Song
help us celebrate 50 years of helping our community through song by joining us for our June show: a couple of unearthly characters will be joining the chorus to take you on a musical tour of Galesburg; with humor and song, you can join us as we look back to 1976 and our beginnings; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-14; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Identity Crisis
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Chad Gray - Doobie
the powerhouse voice behind Mudvayne and Hellyeah on his "30 Years of Mayhem" tour, featuring a set by Doobie; $53.81.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. The Iowans
the dynamic foursome of talented, accomplished musicians, bring lively, spirit-lifting and soul searching songs to their performances, playing their claw hammer banjo, and guitar instruments and singing/blending their voices in beautiful vocal harmonies; hosted by internationally famous Poetry Slam entertainer, Marc Kelly Smith, and the Cultural Center's Events Committee; free; for information, call 815-275-1958.
Venue: Savanna Museum and Cultural Center.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Savanna Museum and Cultural Center.
For more info visit www.savannamuseum.org. Great White & Slaughter
concert with the legendary rock outfits; $48-78; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Stephen Pearcy of RATT
as the founder, lead singer and songwriter of the metal rock band RATT, Stephen Pearcy is credited with having been a pioneer of the early 80's Sunset Strip rock scene; $15-50; for information and tickets, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Got Your Six (8:30pm) - Big Hair Mafia (10pm)
Event Title: Got Your Six (8:30pm) - Big Hair Mafia (10pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Krista Lynn Meadow
Event Title: Krista Lynn Meadow. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Lady Igraine
Event Title: Lady Igraine. Venue: Micky's Irish Pub.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 9:00 PM – Saturday, May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Micky's Irish Pub.
For more info visit mickysirishpub.com. Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest: DJ Shane Brown (11am) - Frankie Joe & Kinfolk (1:15pm) - Jerm Theory (3:15pm) - Jenny Lynn Stacy Band (5:15pm)
Event Title: Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest: DJ Shane Brown (11am) - Frankie Joe & Kinfolk (1:15pm) - Jerm Theory (3:15pm) - Jenny Lynn Stacy Band (5:15pm). Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Last Call! (2pm)
Event Title: Last Call! (2pm). Venue: Nubs.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nubs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bad Medicine (6pm)
Event Title: Bad Medicine (6pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jim Ryan (6pm)
Event Title: Jim Ryan (6pm). Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
Royal Pop (6pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: Rudy's Tacos - Elmore.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Rudy's Tacos - Elmore.
Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher
Event Title: Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Choral Dynamics: Raising Spirits with Song
help us celebrate 50 years of helping our community through song by joining us for our June show: a couple of unearthly characters will be joining the chorus to take you on a musical tour of Galesburg; with humor and song, you can join us as we look back to 1976 and our beginnings; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-14; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Matt Barber & Friends
Quad Cities native and pop singer Barber performs alongside Quad Cities musicians Kellen Meyers on keyboard and his brother Logan Meyers on drums; featuring a special song in tribute to the late David Saelens; for information, call 563-355-7070.
Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.mattbarberexperience.com. Radio Fighter Pilots
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Water Is the Sun - Boy Dirt Car - Post Doom Romance
concert with the union of Mkl Anderson (Drekka), and Adam Parks (Timber Rattle / Lightning White Bison), featuring sets by Boy Dirt Car and Post Doom Romance; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Small Town Superheroes
Event Title: Small Town Superheroes. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, May 31, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest: Voices by Share (11am) - QC Rock Academy (noon) - The Textures (2:15pm)
Event Title: Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest: Voices by Share (11am) - QC Rock Academy (noon) - The Textures (2:15pm). Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Choral Dynamics: Raising Spirits with Song
help us celebrate 50 years of helping our community through song by joining us for our June show: a couple of unearthly characters will be joining the chorus to take you on a musical tour of Galesburg; with humor and song, you can join us as we look back to 1976 and our beginnings; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-14; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Bad Medicine (3pm)
Event Title: Bad Medicine (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Brandon Santini (3:30pm)
the internationally touring musician plays a concert co-presented by the Mississippi Valley Blues Society; $15-20; for information, call 563-322-5837.
Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. Jed Harrelson - Jon Hayes (6pm)
concert in the annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family to enjoy a picnic-style concert experience in a relaxed, welcoming setting; food and drinks will be available for purchase from local vendors, and guests are also welcome to bring their own; there are also free caricatures and activities for children, as well as a variety of non-food vendors; well-behaved pets are welcome to join in on the fun; for those with mobility challenges, a shuttle service is available, and street parking can be found around Wiley Park; free.
Venue: Wiley Park.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night w/ Joseph Lee (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Joseph Lee (6pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sensor Ghost - Desperate Electric (6pm)
concert with the no-wave art-punk trio from Washington, DC, featuring Mike Andre (bass/vocals), Amanda Huron (guitar), and Sam Lavine (drums); featuring a set by Desperate Electric;; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night People (5:30pm)
Iowa Hall of Fame band from the 1970s; 5pm doors, 5:30pm music; $5.
Event Title: The Night People (5:30pm). Venue: Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Emerald Pease (6:30pm)
Event Title: Emerald Pease (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Minds Open Mic
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.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, June 4, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Public Figure - Party Cove - Company Dimes - Camp Regret (6pm)
concert with the high-energy pop-rock band with punk influences, featuring sets by Party Cove, Company Dimes, and Camp Regret; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Blues Cruise
for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Blues Cruise. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
in a career spanning over 50 years, dozens of albums, and too many shows to count, Stuart still charts a course through new territory at every chance possible; $25-215; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Willi Carlisle
folk singer Carlisle holds tight the conviction that love is bigger than hate, and no-one is expendable; $18-30; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: The James Theater.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The James Theater.
For more info visit englert.org. Iowa Arts Festival Main Stage: Dearborn (6pm) - Anthony Worden & the Illiterati (7pm) - Ribbon Skirt (8:30pm)
this year’s Main Stage lineup, sponsored by Iowa Health Care, brings a dynamic weekend of live music, featuring an exciting mix of local favorites and nationally recognized performers.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. 3 on the Tree
Event Title: 3 on the Tree. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. DMT: Dave Matthews Tribute Band
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Willi Carlisle
concert with the artist whose music pulls from traditional American folk music, punk music, and country music; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Bellson Music Fest: Josh Duffee & the Blackhawk Broadcasters - Crooked Cactus - John Resch & Doggin’ Out - Rare Element.
Enjoy an all-day celebration honoring legendary jazz drummer Louie Bellson; the festival features a special drum clinic led by Josh Duffee at the McCormick Event Center, plus live performances at the RB&W District Park from four outstanding bands; for information, call 815-622-1106 and e-mail director@visitrockfalls.com.
Venue: RB&W Park.
Saturday, June 6, 2026.
RB&W Park.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com. 5th-Annual Bellson Music Fest: Josh Duffee & the Blackhawk Broadcasters (1pm) - The Crooked Cactus Band aka Los Nopales Chuecos (3pm) - John Resch & Doggin’ Out (5pm) - Rare Element (7pm)
enjoy an all-day celebration honoring legendary jazz drummer Louie Bellson; the festival features a special drum clinic led by Josh Duffee at the McCormick Event Center from 11:30am to 12:30pm; free.
Venue: RB&W Park.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
RB&W Park.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com. Iowa Arts Festival Main Stage: Iowa City Community Band (noon) - The Fabulous Trutones (1:30pm) - Hard Luck & the Troubles (4pm) - Blaine Bailey (6pm) - The Dirty Dozen Brass Band (8pm)
this year’s Main Stage lineup, sponsored by Iowa Health Care, brings a dynamic weekend of live music, featuring an exciting mix of local favorites and nationally recognized performers.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. 156/Silence (6pm)
Event Title: 156/Silence (6pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Christina Boyer & Logan McDaniel
Event Title: Christina Boyer & Logan McDaniel. Venue: Jennie's Boxcar.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Jennie's Boxcar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fool House
Event Title: Fool House. Venue: Kilkenny's.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kilkenny's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lynn Allen
Event Title: Lynn Allen. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. One Country
Event Title: One Country. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rescue Rocks: Rude Punch - For Those About to Yacht - 10 of Soul
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. TsuShiMaMiRe - We Are the Asteroid (7pm) - Late Night with Maggie (10pm)
concert with the Japanese all-female rock trio, featuring a set by We Are the Asteroid; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – Sunday, June 7, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Fool House: The Ultimate '90s Party
covering every iconic jam found on a burned mix CD, from NSYNC to Nirvana, Britney Spears to Blink-182, Missy Elliott to Nelly, Fool House brings dancing, full band musicianship and multimedia live, on stage in their "Millennium Tour"; $14.85 & up.
Venue: Daiquiri Factory - Davenport.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Daiquiri Factory - Davenport.
For more info visit www.ticketweb.com. Hieroglyphic Being - Samuel P.
Jamal Moss has been making music in Chicago under the moniker Hieroglyphic Being since 1994; his music is deeply rooted in the influential house and techno scenes of the city but also draws on the avant-garde and jazz; featuring a set by Samuel P.; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com.