Forrest McCurren (6pm)
concert with the Americana, country, and folk singer/songwriter from Missouri; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 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, September 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Gadan
the storming new band blending the drive of Irish trad and bluegrass with the soul of Celtic and Appalachian roots music, all spiced with unmistakable Italian flair; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Gadan
Gadan brings together three seasoned Italian folk musicians from the Irish traditional and European folk scenes with acclaimed Irish tenor banjo player Enda Scahill, founder of We Banjo 3, and Appalachian-rooted songwriter and clawhammer banjo player Eric Long; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. she's green - Track Zero
Event Title: she's green - Track Zero. Venue: Gabe's.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Songs & Stories with Forrest & Margaret McCurren (noon)
enjoy an afternoon of songs and stories with Forrest McCurren on guitar and Margaret McCurren on fiddle; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. The Saint Cecilia - Big Fun
concert with the rock band from Costa Rica, featuring a set by Big Fun; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Paisley Moon (6:30pm)
Event Title: Paisley Moon (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, September 30, 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, September 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers
based out of Williamsburg, Virginia, Hornsby first rose to national prominence with The Way It Is, his 1986 Grammy-winning debut album with The Range; $25-95; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. QC Flavor Fest: Chicago Farmer (5pm)
the Americana singer/songwriter performs for the annual Common Chord fundraiser; $45-50; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Open Mic Night (5:30pm)
Event Title: Open Mic Night (5:30pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
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, October 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Troy Rangel & Friends (6pm)
Event Title: Troy Rangel & Friends (6pm). Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Moony - Colin Bracewell (6pm)
concert with the Nashville-based indie alternative rock artist Seth Findley, featuring a set by Colin Bracewell; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Jukebox Live featuring the Circa '21 Bootleggers
the Circa '21 Bootleggers, mainstage cast members, and special guests perform a cabaret focused on all things that give us the chills, make our hair stand on end and go bump in the night as we greet spooky season; 6pm doors, 7pm show; sandwiches and drinks available for purchase; $30; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Nick Dittmeier Duo
hailing from, and proudly remaining in, the river town of Jeffersonville, Indiana, singer/songwriter and guitar virtuoso Nick Dittmeier has spent more than a decade chronicling Midwestern lives through a sharp, evolving blend of roots music; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Reading Is a Listening - Apri Orion
a selection of mostly ambient and electronic music from Balmat, Benbecula, Editions Mego, Ghost Box, Island, Kompakt, Kranky, Planet Mu, Skam,and Silent; all ages; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Bayway - Cold Steel - Two-Piece - Load Tha Nine (6pm)
Event Title: Bayway - Cold Steel - Two-Piece - Load Tha Nine (6pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Levi Craft (6pm)
Event Title: Levi Craft (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Richard Roberts Jr. (6pm)
Event Title: Richard Roberts Jr. (6pm). Venue: Pop the Cork.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Pop the Cork.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Keith Hentrich and Greg Sullivan (6:30pm)
Event Title: Keith Hentrich and Greg Sullivan (6:30pm). Venue: Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Keith Hentrich Duo with Greg (6:30pm)
Event Title: Keith Hentrich Duo with Greg (6:30pm). Venue: Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Don Gustofoson
Event Title: Don Gustofoson. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Got Your Six
Event Title: Got Your Six. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jervis Campbell - Nathan Colberg
concert with the Nashville-based artist from North Carolina, featuring a set by Nathan Colberg; $33.06.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Royal Pop
Event Title: Royal Pop. Venue: RIBCO.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Stomachs - Pots&Pans
the band's practice draws on diverse backgrounds in free jazz, improvisation, heavy music, and noise; featuring a set by Pots&Pans; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. The Dream Syndicate - The Claudettes
co-headlining concert with the alternative rock, blues, and pop musicians; $35-40.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Class of '82
Event Title: Class of '82. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, October 3, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Hap Hazard
Event Title: Hap Hazard. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, October 3, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Ronaldo de Regules (11am)
Event Title: Ronaldo de Regules (11am). Venue: Dead Poet's Espresso.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Dead Poet's Espresso.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Southern Jack (11am) - Kickapoo Junction (3:30pm)
Event Title: Southern Jack (11am) - Kickapoo Junction (3:30pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Southern Jack (11am) - Kickapoo Junction (3pm)
Event Title: Southern Jack (11am) - Kickapoo Junction (3pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Oktoberfest Rock Island: QC Rock Academy (5pm) - Funktastic 5 (7pm)
Event Title: Oktoberfest Rock Island: QC Rock Academy (5pm) - Funktastic 5 (7pm). Venue: Hauberg Civic Center Mansion.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hauberg Civic Center Mansion.
Quad City Symphony Orchestra: Uncork the Season
enjoy delicious spirits and cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and great company before our thrilling Opening Masterworks performance at the Adler Theatre; $28; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Event Title: Quad City Symphony Orchestra: Uncork the Season. Venue: The Last Picture House.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
The Last Picture House.
For more info visit qcso.org. Joshua Sinclair (6pm)
Event Title: Joshua Sinclair (6pm). Venue: Blue Suede Cocktails & Coffee.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Blue Suede Cocktails & Coffee.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lojo Russo (6pm)
Event Title: Lojo Russo (6pm). Venue: Contrary Brewing Co.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Contrary Brewing Co.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Iced Wrist - Cold Glock - Phantom Threat - Ate Up - Cold Strike (6pm)
concert with the five piece slam/beatdown band from Lincoln, Nebraska, featuring sets by Cold Glock, Phantom Threat, Ate Up, and Cold Strike; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Lou Sherry (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. 2026 Rock Festival: Shallow Side, - St. October - Autumn Academy
Event Title: 2026 Rock Festival: Shallow Side, - St. October - Autumn Academy. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
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, October 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Pickled Beats
Event Title: Pickled Beats. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ryan Bizarri
Event Title: Ryan Bizarri. Venue: Crawford Brew Works.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Crawford Brew Works.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wildwood Country
Event Title: Wildwood Country. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Brooks & Dunn - David Lee Murphy - Angie K.
an evening with the best-selling country duo of all time and most-awarded artists in CMA history; performing with David Lee Murphy and Angie K.; $29.75-169.75; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
For more info visit www.vibrantarena.com. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks I: Symphonie fantastique
the 112th Season starts with Dvořák’s vibrant Carnival Overture and Beethoven’s poetic Fourth Piano Concerto performed by QC-native Thomas Sauer; the night closes with Berlioz’s spellbinding Symphonie fantastique, a whirlwind of obsession, dreams, and dazzling orchestral color; featuring Mark Russell Smith, conductor
Thomas Sauer, piano; $8-70; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Fulton Fall Festival: Drama Major
Event Title: Fulton Fall Festival: Drama Major. Venue: Denny O's.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Denny O's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jump Breakpoint - Mississippi Steel - Fly Swatted
Event Title: Jump Breakpoint - Mississippi Steel - Fly Swatted. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Blue 60 Band
Event Title: Blue 60 Band. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, October 4, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Good Vibez
Event Title: Good Vibez. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, October 4, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. NeonShadows
Event Title: NeonShadows. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, October 4, 2026, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Torch Finger (1pm)
Event Title: Torch Finger (1pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Torch Finger (1pm)
Event Title: Torch Finger (1pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Barefoot & Sunshine (2pm)
Event Title: Barefoot & Sunshine (2pm). Venue: Wide River Winery - Clinton.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Wide River Winery - Clinton.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Justin Goodchild (2pm)
Event Title: Justin Goodchild (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.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, October 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks I: Symphonie fantastique (2pm)
the 112th Season starts with Dvořák’s vibrant Carnival Overture and Beethoven’s poetic Fourth Piano Concerto performed by QC-native Thomas Sauer; the night closes with Berlioz’s spellbinding Symphonie fantastique, a whirlwind of obsession, dreams, and dazzling orchestral color; featuring Mark Russell Smith, conductor
Thomas Sauer, piano; $8-70; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Centennial Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit qcso.org. The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm)
the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such legendary artists as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton, just to name a few; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. John Resch & Doggin' Out (4pm)
Event Title: John Resch & Doggin' Out (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Phabies - Turtledoves (6pm)
concert with the five piece alternative band from Grand Rapids, Michigan, featuring a set by Turtledoves; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Burney Sisters - Grace & Jilian of The Rebel Eves
concert with two pairs of indie-folk artists; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Snorkeler - Dirty Blonde - TV Cop (6pm)
concert with the brainchild of Curtis Heimburger, known for his participation in the college-formed rock band Mom Rock; featuring sets by Dirty Blonde and TV Cop; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Aaron English
Nashville-based singer-songwriter/pianist English’s soul-searching songs are soulful, sophisticated, cinematic, and filled with echoes of his travels through Africa, Brazil and the Middle East; 6pm potluck, 7pm show; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. The Bright Light Social Hour (6pm)
concert with the psychedelic rock band from Austin, Texas; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
The Gibson Brothers
concert with the bluegrass band which has performed professionally since the late 1980s; $20-25; for tickets and information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night People (5:30pm)
Event Title: The Night People (5:30pm). Venue: Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Davenport Elks Club.
Diva Bleach (6pm)
concert with the Phoenix, Arizona-based pop-rock outfit; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Pat Jones (6:30pm)
Event Title: Pat Jones (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, October 7, 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, October 7, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. The Brentano String Quartet
performances of Ludwig van Beethoven: String Quartet No. 1 in F, Op. 18, No. 1, String Quartet No. 9 in C major, Op. 59, No. 3, and String Quartet No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 131; $25-45; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Voxman Music Building.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Voxman Music Building.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. The Brentano String Quartet (1pm)
the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, Hancher Auditorium, and the Iowa String Quartet Residency Program present the Brentano String Quartet for an intimate hour-long afternoon concert at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop Frank Conroy Reading Room; free; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Frank Conroy Reading Room.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Frank Conroy Reading Room.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Open Mic Night with Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm)
Event Title: Open Mic Night with Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm). Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, October 8, 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, October 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Teri Quinn & the Coyotes - Dea Ex Machina - Mol Sullivan (6pm)
Quinn has an ambitious sense of genre-crossing creativity that has always made their music dynamic, diverse, and laced with surprises; featuring sets by Dea Ex Machina and Nol Sullivan; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. When Dylan Met Guthrie (6pm)
a two-man show created by award-winning Wisconsin Artists Lil Rev and Will Branch, this heartwarming, historical narrative tells the fascinating history of America's two greatest balladeers and the major events that shaped their creative output, over a span of more than 50 years of American history; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Ouija Macc
Event Title: Ouija Macc. Venue: Gabe's.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rumours: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
this highly acclaimed Los Angeles-born band meticulously recreates the legendary 1975–1987 era; $36.20-46.60; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Craig & Bethann Heidgerken (noon)
Brown Bag Lunch concert with the husband-and-wife musical duo from Davenport; feel free to bring a lunch, coffee and water are provided; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. The Brian Skow Show
Event Title: The Brian Skow Show. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. CJ Parker & Friends
an evening with the singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Davenport; $5.
Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 7:00 PM – Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Hose Station No. 7.
For more info visit www.hosestation7.com. The Sweet Caroline Tour Starring Jay White
White and his dynamic band pays homage to Neil Diamond by performing the hits and beloved gems you know and love with the same energy and artistry Neil delivered over his incredible 50 year career; $39 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Jeni Grouws
Event Title: Jeni Grouws. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: Crawford Brew Works.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Crawford Brew Works.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Radio Fighter Pilots
Event Title: Radio Fighter Pilots. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sara Evans
as the fifth most-played female artist at country radio in nearly the last two decades, her five chart-topping singles include “No Place That Far,” “Suds In The Bucket," “A Real Fine Place To Start," “Born to Fly," and “A Little Bit Stronger"; $44.45-87.25; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Asking for a Friend
Event Title: Asking for a Friend. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Shrek Rave
Event Title: Shrek Rave. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 9:00 PM – Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Blues Deacons (5pm)
Event Title: Blues Deacons (5pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Line Dance Night w/ DJ Music (6pm)
5:30pm doors, 6pm line dancing; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Line Dance Night w/ DJ Music (6pm). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Dave Moore (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Code 415
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Keith Hentrich & Greg Sullivan
Event Title: Keith Hentrich & Greg Sullivan. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Keith Hentrich and Greg Sullivan
Event Title: Keith Hentrich and Greg Sullivan. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Left Lane Cruiser - Zed - John Cole Born
Event Title: Left Lane Cruiser - Zed - John Cole Born. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rollin Whiskey
Event Title: Rollin Whiskey. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. SLACKERZ
Event Title: SLACKERZ. Venue: Nubs.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nubs.
Schäffer the Darklord - Coolzey - Baby Jayne
concert with the nerdcore hip hop artist from Corning, Iowa, featuring sets by Coolzey and Baby Jayne; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. SUNVOLUME - DJ Buddha
an evening with the rock band from Chicago, featuring a set by DJ Buddha; $5.
Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – Sunday, October 11, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Hose Station No. 7.
For more info visit www.hosestation7.com. The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience
this concert experience takes you on a journey through Billy’s legendary career, from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the greatest songwriters and performers of all time; $43.50 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. The Joshua Redman Quartet (7 & 9pm)
at 7 & 9pm; saxophonist Joshua Redman channels echoes of the past into lush, engaging improvisations that are unmistakably his own; $10-40; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Zach Pietrini
Pietrini’s Midwestern, indie americana songwriting aesthetic is the sonic embodiment of a well-worn denim jacket; 6pm potluck, 7pm show; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. James Tutson - Andrew Hoyt
the Iowa City singer/songwriter performs his Late Bloomer Album Release Show, featuring a set by Andrew Hoyt; $10-25; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Nova Singers: Music of South Africa
fall concert with the professional vocal ensemble under the direction of Dr. Laura Lane; featuring guest conductor Dr. Michael Barrett from the University of Pretoria, South Africa; $17-20; for information and tickets, call 309-341-7038 or e-mail nova@knox.edu.
Venue: First Lutheran Church - Galesburg.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
First Lutheran Church - Galesburg.
For more info visit www.novasingers.com. Rockett Mafia
an evening with the rock group led by Poison drummer, Rikki Rockett, whose vision has been to create a band steeped in 70’s style rock-n-roll, making each song, original or not, feel like they are all part of one record compilation taken to the stage.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Hap Hazard
Event Title: Hap Hazard. Venue: Denny O's.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Denny O's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Royal Pop
Event Title: Royal Pop. Venue: Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sunday, October 11, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Jive Radio
Event Title: Jive Radio. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, October 11, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Lola Blu
Event Title: Lola Blu. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, October 11, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. The Joshua Redman Quartet (7 & 9pm)
at 7 & 9pm; saxophonist Joshua Redman channels echoes of the past into lush, engaging improvisations that are unmistakably his own; $10-40; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Molly Shannon (2pm)
Event Title: Molly Shannon (2pm). Venue: Wide River Winery - Clinton.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Wide River Winery - Clinton.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Blues Deacons (3pm)
Event Title: Blues Deacons (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Squatter's Rights (4pm)
Event Title: Squatter's Rights (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Wild Side (4pm)
coffee and snacks begin at 4pm, with live classic country and rock music and dancing to follow; bring cookies or treats to share (optional); free; for information, call 309-944-5695.
Event Title: The Wild Side (4pm). Venue: Geneseo Community Center.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Geneseo Community Center.
For more info visit geneseoparkdistrict.org. Nova Singers: Music of South Africa (4pm)
fall concert with the professional vocal ensemble under the direction of Dr. Laura Lane; featuring guest conductor Dr. Michael Barrett from the University of Pretoria, South Africa; $17-20; for information and tickets, call 309-341-7038 or e-mail nova@knox.edu.
Venue: St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport.
For more info visit www.novasingers.com. Dickie
Dick Prall a/k/a Dickie, is a master of what a recent interviewer called “self-deprecating indie rock"; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Greg Garing
intimate concert with the country-music singer/songwriter whom Johnny Cash called "the best country singer I’ve heard in 30 years"; $20-25, only 40 seats available.
Venue: The Deanery School of Music.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Deanery School of Music.
For more info visit www.zeffy.com. Into Light: David Zollo - Dave Moore - Hard Luck & the Troubles - The Surf Zombies
UI ARC’s 2nd Annual Benefit Concert, also featuring spoken-word performances by Red Danielson, Spencer Paige, Tiffany Lewis, and others; $10; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Paul Spring - Clovers Daughter (6pm)
Spring brings together classical guitar, baroque chorales, 808s, and Irish traditional melodies into a sound all his own; featuring a set by Clovers Daughter; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Cradle of Filth - Blackbraid - Worm - Black Satellite
concert with the English extreme metal band formed in Suffolk in 1991, featuring sets by Blackbraid, Worm, and Black Satellite; $47.16.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Snarky Puppy
an evening with the five-time Grammy-winning collective drawing from a wide array of influences including funk, rhythm & blues, hard rock, classic soul, modern gospel, new tech, fusion, and jazz; $20-80; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Dylan Doyle
Southern born, Northern raised; from a young age, Dylan Doyle has been turning heads with his unique musical interpretations that lie somewhere between R&B, Americana, and funk; 6pm potluck, 7pm show; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jef Spradley (6:30pm)
Event Title: Jef Spradley (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Prayers
Event Title: Prayers. Venue: Gabe's.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
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, October 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. The War & Treaty - Blank Page - Jordan Babbs
the husband-and-wife team of Michael and Tanya Trotter have released music that continues to elevate them beyond beloved industry favorites, as well as award-season and touring staples, capable of performing on stages worldwide with widespread acclaim and standing ovations; featuring sets by Blank Page and Jordan Babbs; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Open Mic Night (5:30pm)
Event Title: Open Mic Night (5:30pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Don Gustofson Jazz Ensemble (6pm)
Event Title: Don Gustofson Jazz Ensemble (6pm). Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
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, October 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Howling Giant - Faerie Ring - Cor De Lux (6pm)
concert with the metal and psych-rock musicians, featuring sets by Faerie Ring and Cor De Lux; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, October 15, 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, October 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Big Head Todd & The Monsters
for close to four decades, the members of Big Head Todd and The Monsters—Todd Park Mohr [vocals, guitar, keys, sax, harmonica], Brian Nevin [drums], Rob Squires [bass, vocals], and Jeremy Lawton [keyboards, lap pedal/steel guitar, vocals]—have continued to both throw down in the studio and light up stages worldwide; $49.50-79.50; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Crazy Train: America's Ozzy Tribute
hosted by Ozzy impersonator Vinny Cormier and supported by a crew that includes his son Dylan on guitar. Crazy Train delivers a captivating show unlike no other tribute, musically and visually; $41.40-46.60; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Led Zeppelin IV
the group recreates classic albums live in their entirety, note for note, sound for sound, plus a full set of greatest hits from the evening's featured artist; $42-53.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm)
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm). Venue: R Bar.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
R Bar.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. Exhorder - No/Más - Phantom - Intoxicated - Infektion (6:30pm)
Event Title: Exhorder - No/Más - Phantom - Intoxicated - Infektion (6:30pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Strings Attached (6:30pm) - Ember (8:30pm)
Event Title: Strings Attached (6:30pm) - Ember (8:30pm). Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Levi Craft
Event Title: Levi Craft. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The BPM's
Event Title: The BPM's. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Debonaires
Event Title: The Debonaires. Venue: Community Christian Fellowship.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Community Christian Fellowship.
Bucktown Americana Music Show
the area’s longest-running folk music show features longtime favorite musicians, comedians, and special guests.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit bucktownamericana.com. Cain - Joe L. Barnes
the contemporary Christian music trio composed of siblings Taylor, Madison, and Logan Cain in their "Live & in Workship Tour," with special guest Joe L. Barnes; $24-106.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Frank Viele
Viele’s brand of New England blues rock tugs at the heartstrings, pulling the listener on a surprise journey that transcends genre; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Teddy & the Rough Riders - Brandon Good - Macemouth
concert with the country group from Nashville, featuring sets by Brandon Good and Macemouth; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Here Come the Mummies
an evening with the tightly wrapped rockers; $42.61-53.48.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – Saturday, October 17, 2026, 11:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. An Evening with Sam Bush
concert with the mandolinist who is considered an originator of progressive bluegrass music and his ensemble; $50.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Minus Six Reunion - DMT
Minus Six delivers a high-energy, fresh sound blending pop, rock, vaudeville jazz, and show tunes; featuring a set by DMT; $15-20; for tickets and information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Sammy Kershaw
Kershaw has amassed three platinum and six gold albums that have scanned and streamed in excess of 5 million records and nearly 100 million combined songs sold; $43.50-73.50; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.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.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit tickets.circa21.com. Krista Lynn Meadow
Event Title: Krista Lynn Meadow. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Paxton Sherbeyn (11am)
Event Title: Paxton Sherbeyn (11am). Venue: Dead Poet's Espresso.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Dead Poet's Espresso.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jim Ryan (6pm)
Event Title: Jim Ryan (6pm). Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
3Way Radio
Event Title: 3Way Radio. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, October 17, 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, October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Identity Crisis
Event Title: Identity Crisis. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kicked Out of Choir
Event Title: Kicked Out of Choir. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Prostitute
Event Title: Prostitute. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bruce Moon & the Amplifiers
Bruce L. Moon is a singer-songwriter, painter, and performance artist with 3 albums on Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, and other streaming platforms and more than 350 YouTube videos; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. DJ Beau Wanzer (7 & 9:30pm)
a special Amateur Selectors x Time Travelers VHS Cinema crossover night, featuring an 8pm screening of The Creeps; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Joseph Hall's Elvis: Reflections of the King
travel through the legacy of the “King of Rock n Roll” starting with the 50s as the "America's Got Talent" finalist hip-swivels his way through the '60s, and gates through the '70s; $15-28; for information and tickets, call 563-652-9815.
Venue: Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
For more info visit www.ohnwardfineartscenter.com. CraZy Ex
Event Title: CraZy Ex. Venue: Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Todd Striley & the Noize
Event Title: Todd Striley & the Noize. Venue: Denny O's.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Denny O's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rick Springfield
an evening with the creator of some of the finest power-pop of the ’80s, a Grammy winning singer, songwriter, and musician who has sold 25 million albums and scored 17 U.S. Top 40 hits, including “Jessie’s Girl,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” “An Affair of the Heart,” "I've Done Everything for You,” “Love Somebody,” and “Human Touch"; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Boom Box All '80s
Event Title: Boom Box All '80s. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, October 18, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Serendipidy
Event Title: Serendipidy. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, October 18, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Rock Syndicate
Event Title: Rock Syndicate. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, October 18, 2026, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. DJ Beau Wanzer (7 & 9:30pm)
a special Amateur Selectors x Time Travelers VHS Cinema crossover night, featuring an 8pm screening of The Creeps; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Levi Craft (2pm)
Event Title: Levi Craft (2pm). Venue: Contrary Brewing Co.
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Contrary Brewing Co.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night Life Band (2pm)
Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Rocky Athas (3:30pm)
the Mississippi Valley Blues Society, & the Gypsy Highway present the artiost known by critics and fans as The Texas Tornado, The Malice from Dallas, The Young Eric Clapton and The Last Great Bluesbreaker Guitarist for an unforgettable afternoon of the Blues; $15-20; for information, call 563-322-5837.
Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. Ancient Entities - Rahvn - Fed to Vultures - Cheeseburger Murder Cult - Facecarver (6:30pm)
an evening with the rock and metal musicians; $15-20; for tickets and information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Jess Klein
Klein's acoustic-driven, hook-laden story songs revel in the polychrome of human experience - joy, rage, sensuality and resilience; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night People (5:30pm)
Event Title: The Night People (5:30pm). Venue: Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Davenport Elks Club.
Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm)
Event Title: Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 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, October 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. David Rosales & His Band of Scoundrels - J. Killen Band
rooted in Americana and sun-soaked California soul, the Los Angeles native delivers a guitar-driven sound bathed in the warm, lived-in glow of ’70s Laurel Canyon; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Wheeler Walker Jr. - Colton Bowlin
concert with country music’s loudest outlaw, a hard-drinking, foul-mouthed hellraiser determined to drag country music back to its outlaw roots, performing on his "Pullin' Out: The Final Tour" featuring special guest Colton Bowlin; $51-201.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Fruit Bats - Matthew Logan Vasquez
concert with the indie rock band formed in 1997 in Chicago, Illinois, as the project of singer and songwriter Eric D. Johnson; featuring a set by Matthew Logan Vasquez; $20-35; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Tank & the Bangas
the group nabbed the band’s first Grammy Award in 2025 for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album for The Heart, The Mind, The Soul; toss in styles including funk, soul, hip hop, rock, and even something the band calls “Soulful Disney,” and you get music both standout and celebratory; $10-35; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Duane Betts - Palmetto Motel
the son of the legendary Dickey Betts ignites and brings an evolution to the Southern rock tradition; featuring a set by Palmetto Motel; $15-20; for tickets and information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Mic Night
Event Title: Open Mic Night. Venue: Nubs.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nubs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Subatlantic - Camp Regret - The Liv Carrow Band
concert with the indie rock band based in the Quad Cities, featuring sets by Camp regret and the Liv Carrow Band; $15-20; for tickets and information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. The Dolly Show
this spectacular theatrical concert brings the spirit, sound, and sparkle of Dolly Parton to life; $36.20-46.60; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Coolzey - Schaffer the Darklord
Event Title: Coolzey - Schaffer the Darklord. Venue: Gabe's.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.