Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Band Loula (6pm)
concert with the independent country/folk band hailing from North, Georgia; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Brick Street Ramblers (6:30pm)
Dixieland jazz in the summer-concert series; Ron-de-Voo Park is equipped with bleachers and a few tables and benches, but many spectators choose to bring their own lawn chairs; free; for further information, call 319-627-2487 or email monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Event Title: Brick Street Ramblers (6:30pm). Venue: Ron-de-Voo Park.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ron-de-Voo Park.
Not Petty: Tom Petty Tribute (6:30pm)
Event Title: Not Petty: Tom Petty Tribute (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ion & Friends (6:30pm)
event in Summer of the Arts' 2026 Music on the Move series; bring your lawn chairs, bring the family, and enjoy live music in some of the most beautiful outdoor settings our community has to offer free.
Venue: College Green Park.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
College Green Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Chris Avey Band
Event Title: Chris Avey Band. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.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, August 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Judy Collins & Bruce Cockburn
concert with the legendary. Grammy-winning folk singer on her farewell-to-touring tour; $30-89; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Dead Rider - Savage Friends - Savage Little Suckers
Event Title: Dead Rider - Savage Friends - Savage Little Suckers. Venue: Gabe's.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
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, August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Mo & Alex (6pm)
Event Title: Mo & Alex (6pm). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
Ellis Bullard (6pm)
concert with the touring country musician; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, August 27, 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, August 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Socks in the Frying Pan
concert with the multi-award winning trio from County Clare on the West coast of Ireland; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Thursday, August 27, 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, August 27, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Josh Rouse
Rouse's songs present themselves to you with an open heart, an innate intelligence and an absolute lack of pretension; $18-22; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. DJ Nate Berry (1pm)
spinning Jimmy Buffett for the Lost Shaker and Salt Party.
Event Title: DJ Nate Berry (1pm). Venue: Hauberg Civic Center Mansion.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Hauberg Civic Center Mansion.
The Night People (1pm)
playing for the NSRA Car Show.
Event Title: The Night People (1pm). Venue: Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.
Live at 5: The Matt Fuller Band
kick off your weekend on Fridays all summer long at Common Chord; bring lawn chairs, no outside beverages, outside food welcome; free; for information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Jason Carl's Pettyville & Company - Eva Kendall (6pm)
concert with the Quad Cities' premier Tom Petty tribute band, featuring a set by Eva Kendall; 5pm gates, 6pm concert; $5-20.
Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sierra Ferrell (6:30pm)
performing in the "Heavy Petal Tour" Fall Welcome Concert; following the release of 2024’s Trail of Flowers, the West Virginia-born singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist took home the Artist of the Year and Album of the Year prizes at the Americana Honors & Awards and won four Grammy Awards including Best Americana Album, Best American Roots Performance, Best Americana Performance, and Best American Roots Song; free; and open to the public; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. The Beaker Brothers (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, August 28, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. UI Fall Welcome Concert: DJ Crimson Mask (6:30pm) - Hawkeye Drumline (8pm) Sierra Ferrell (8:20pm)
one of the brightest young luminaries in roots music today, Sierra Ferrell brings a dose of beautifully strange magic to everything she touches and enchants audiences with her high-spirited live performances; bring your friends, family, and your own chairs or blankets to enjoy a night filled with vibrant music. Bring your appetite for the food trucks on site opening at 6:30 p.m.; free.
Venue: Hancher Green.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Hancher Green.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Beth Lizano Band
Event Title: Beth Lizano Band. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Big Al & the Heavyweights
Event Title: Big Al & the Heavyweights. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ron Tegeler Jazz Trio
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Jazz Trio. Venue: Maquoketa Brewing.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Maquoketa Brewing.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. Semi-Charmed
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Middle Eastern Jazz Fundraiser Concert for the Hope Foundation
join award-winning Palestinian American composer, buzuq and oud player Wanees Zarour and his ensemble for a special performance in support of Hope Foundation’s Gaza humanitarian relief fundraising efforts; the program features songs from Palestine and the broader Levant region, honoring the depth, beauty, and resilience of these indigenous and deeply rooted musical traditions; Zarour will be joined by vocalists Sham Abyad, percussionist Karl El Sokhn, bassist Kitt Lyles, and guitarist Samuel Mosching for an evening of music rooted in memory, longing, solidarity, and hope; through beloved songs and evocative arrangements, the ensemble invites audiences to gather in community and support urgent humanitarian efforts for Gaza; $19.80-25.30; for information, call 319-248-9370.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit ci.ovationtix.com. Rabbit Hole
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 8:00 PM – Saturday, August 29, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Whiskey Stop.
The BPM's
Event Title: The BPM's. Venue: Micky's Irish Pub.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Micky's Irish Pub.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Michael Columbia
equally comfortable in an extended instrumental solo as in a committed motorik moment, the group drifts effortlessly between the Soft Machine-style soprano saxophone leads, the interlocking riffs of Discipline-era King Crimson, and the psychedelic-hypno-funk rhythms of Can; $10-15 all-ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Danica Michaels
Event Title: Danica Michaels. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 29, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Halfloves - Sun Centauri - Doc Bullfrog
Event Title: Halfloves - Sun Centauri - Doc Bullfrog. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Art in the Park Sculpture Walk & Outdoor Art Gallery: Tobin Kirk - Eli Traum Music - Sami Marie - Jay Vonn.
an inspiring day of creativity and community; explore eight brand-new sculptures as part of our Sculpture Walk and immerse yourself in the Outdoor Art Gallery, showcasing diverse works from talented artists both local and
regional; enjoy live music all day featuring local performers; food vendors on-site;:for information, call 815-622-1106 and e-mail director@visitrockfalls.com.
Venue: RB&W Park.
Saturday, August 29, 2026.
RB&W Park.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com. Joshua Sinclair (1pm)
Event Title: Joshua Sinclair (1pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Problem Child (1pm)
Event Title: Problem Child (1pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night People (1pm)
playing for the NSRA Car Show.
Event Title: The Night People (1pm). Venue: Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.
Angela Meyer (4pm)
Event Title: Angela Meyer (4pm). Venue: Jerry's - LeClaire.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Jerry's - LeClaire.
Royal Pop (6pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: Corazon Latino Restaurant and Bar.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Corazon Latino Restaurant and Bar.
The Warehouse Project (6pm)
Event Title: The Warehouse Project (6pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Steve Grismore Trio (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, August 29, 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, August 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Funktastic 5
Event Title: Funktastic 5. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Hillbilly Rockstarz
Event Title: Hillbilly Rockstarz. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tangled Reality
Event Title: Tangled Reality. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. From Khartoum to the Heartland: The Oud Artistry of Mahmoud Malik
a one-night performance event by master Oud player Mahmoud Malik; experience a one-of-a-kind performance by master musician Malik, blending vibrant Sudanese melodies with rich historical and cultural storytelling; free.
Venue: PS1 Close House.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
PSI Close House.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.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, August 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. New Boston Fish Fry: Rabbit Hole
Event Title: New Boston Fish Fry: Rabbit Hole. Venue: New Boston.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sunday, August 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
New Boston.
Andy Juhl & the Bluestem Players
an evening of mind-bending sonic exploration; $10-15.
Venue: RIBCO.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burnt McMelba Toast - Nick Moss Band
original founders Matt Friesz, Rodney Shaw, and Kevin Moore first carried the energy of the 90s jam scene, opening for Aquarium Rescue Unit and earning a reputation for adventurous live shows and original music; now they’re back, joined by River Shaw on drums and Joe Friesz on keys and guitars; featuring a set by the Nick Moss Band; $18-20; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Windy City Dueling Pianos
the performers, hailing from Chicago and from across the Midwest, have decades of dueling piano experience performing in nationally renowned clubs across the Midwest; they play off each other in the traditional “Classic” dueling pianos style that has made these shows so popular; the audience controls the show and decides what songs the entertainers play; $12-15; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit tickets.circa21.com. Crooked Cactus
Event Title: Crooked Cactus. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, August 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Danica Michaels
Event Title: Danica Michaels. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, August 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Runaway Classic (3pm)
Event Title: Runaway Classic (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, August 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Beth Lizano (3pm)
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, August 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Rick Estrin & the Nightcats (3:30pm)
the band features Rick Estrin on harmonica and vocals, Kid Andersen on guitar and background vocals, Lorenzo Farrell on piano and organ, and Derrick “D’Mar” Martin on drums; co-presented by the Mississippi Valley Blues Society; free; for information, call the MVBS at 563-322-5837.
Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, August 30, 2026, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. The Night People (6pm)
Event Title: The Night People (6pm). Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, August 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
The Night People (6pm)
concert in the Rockin' the River series; the hot dog stand Sunny Dogs will be on site; bring lawn chairs and blankets; free.
Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, August 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
Tim McNary
concert with the touring folk singer/songwriter; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, August 31, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Pickled Beats (6pm)
with food available at 5pm; for information, call 563-659-8500.
Event Title: Pickled Beats (6pm). Venue: Custom Park.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Custom Park.
For more info visit dewittiowa.org. Hippie Death Cult - Marzipan Mailbox (6pm)
concert with the powerful and dynamic force in the psychedelic and riff-driven rock scene, featuring at set by Marzipan Mailbox; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, September 1, 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, September 1, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Ray LaMontagne - The Weather Station
LaMontagne’s catalog spans nine full length records, chart topping radio singles, and a Grammy win in addition to multiple Grammy nominations; the artist performs on his "Trouble: 20th Anniversary" tour; $25-135; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Hippies & Cowboys (6pm)
concert with the Nashville-based southern-rock outfit; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Levi Craft (6:30pm)
Event Title: Levi Craft (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, September 2, 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 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. The Matt Fuller Band - Ron Tegeler (5:30pm)
event in the Summer Concert Series; free admission, food for purchase, coolers welcome, well-behaved leashed pets only, free parking nearby; family-friendly outdoor live music; bring a lawn chair. and be ready to enjoy a summer evening in downtown Maquoketa.
Venue: Glovik Community Park.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (5:45pm) - The Matt Fuller Band (7pm)
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (5:45pm) - The Matt Fuller Band (7pm). Venue: Maquoketa Park Bandshell.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 5:45 PM – 9:00 PM.
Maquoketa Park Bandshell.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Little Hopes (6pm)
concert with the Atlanta-based Americana and country-rock duo formed in 2022 by singer/songwriters Sydney Rhame and Brock Shanks; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, September 3, 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, September 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Boralis - DJ Otto
two nights with the powerful pairing of Borahm Lee and Alvin Ford Jr.; DJ Otto rolls back up from New Orleans to support both nights.
Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hose Station No. 7.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Live at 5: Rude Punch
re-scheduled from July 3 due to weather; kick off your weekend on Fridays all summer long at Common Chord; bring lawn chairs, no outside beverages, outside food welcome; free; for information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Royal Pop (6pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: El Fogon Mexican Bar & Grill.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
El Fogon Mexican Bar & Grill.
The Night Lights (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. StrumDrums and Jack Lion (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Bocephus Wayne
Event Title: Bocephus Wayne. Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Velvet Suns
Event Title: Velvet Suns. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Back to the Scene: Emo Nite
spinning all your favorite emo, pop-punk, and screamo hits; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.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, September 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Boralis - DJ Otto
two nights with the powerful pairing of Borahm Lee and Alvin Ford Jr.; DJ Otto rolls back up from New Orleans to support both nights.
Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hose Station No. 7.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sababa 5 - Verndon
concert with the Paris-based band known for their hypnotic blend of Middle Eastern psychedelia, Mediterranean funk, and analog groove; featuring a set by Verndon; $10-20, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Gallery (1pm) - Brushville (7pm)
Event Title: Gallery (1pm) - Brushville (7pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Hatebreed - Terror - Incantation - Gates to Hell - Torture - Creeping Death (4:45pm)
concert with the heavy-metal hardcore rockers, featuring sets by Terror, Incantation, Gates to Hell, Torture, and Creeping Death; $47.16.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 4:45 PM – 6:45 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Smooth Groove (6pm)
Event Title: Smooth Groove (6pm). Venue: Bass Street Landing Plaza.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bass Street Landing Plaza.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Blake Shaw & Alyx Rush (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Emily How - Blist Her - Liv Carrow (6pm)
concert with the indie-folk singer/songwriter, featuring sets by Blist Her and Liv Carrow; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. 3 on the Tree
Event Title: 3 on the Tree. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
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, September 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Toxic Blonde
Event Title: Toxic Blonde. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Big Hair Mafia
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Mean Mary
concert with the singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who blends folk, bluegrass, and blues; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. SlickTrigger
Event Title: SlickTrigger. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Gray Wolf Band (noon) - Cars Tribute Band (3pm)
Event Title: Gray Wolf Band (noon) - Cars Tribute Band (3pm). Venue: 2015 Schricker St.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
2015 Schricker St. - Davenport.
Luke Fox (2pm)
Event Title: Luke Fox (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Marques Morel (2pm)
Event Title: Marques Morel (2pm). Venue: Wide River Winery - Clinton.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Wide River Winery - Clinton.
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, September 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Resistors (3pm)
Event Title: The Resistors (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Heartbreak Honey (3pm)
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Royal Pop (4pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Bragolin - Carrellee (6pm)
concert with the Dutch post-punk/dark wave project by Edwin van der Velde, featuring a set by Carrellee; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Buffett Blast: Identity Crisis - Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Cheese Pizza
Event Title: Cheese Pizza. Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Labor Day Parade: Gray Wolf Band (8am)
Event Title: Labor Day Parade: Gray Wolf Band (8am). Venue: Downtown Rock Island.
Monday, September 7, 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Downtown Rock Island.
Rock Island Labor Day Parade: Royal Pop (9:30am)
Event Title: Rock Island Labor Day Parade: Royal Pop (9:30am). Venue: Downtown Rock Island.
Monday, September 7, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Downtown Rock Island.
Royal Pop
Event Title: Royal Pop. Venue: Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Monday, September 7, 2026, 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Robert Lester Folsom - Oscar Lindsey (6pm)
concert with the singer-songwriter and guitarist from Georgia best known for the independently released album Music and Dreams (recorded 1976); featuring a set by Oscar Lindsey; $33.06.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, September 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. JaCi & the Juice (6pm)
with food available at 5pm; for information, call 563-659-8500.
Event Title: JaCi & the Juice (6pm). Venue: Custom Park.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Custom Park.
For more info visit dewittiowa.org. She Returns from War - Conor Donohue (6pm)
concert with the Nashville-based project of South Carolina–born songwriter Hunter Park, featuring a set by Conor Donohue; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Solitary Man: A Tribute to the Songs of Neil Diamond (1 & 7:15pm)
Circa ‘21’s own Brad Hauskins leads a talented cast of musicians and vocalists in this tribute to rock ‘n’ roll hall-of-famer; 11:45am doors, noon plated lunch, 1pm show, $67; 5:45pm doors, 6pm plated dinner, 7:15pm show; $72; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Sean Kistler (6:30pm)
Event Title: Sean Kistler (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, September 9, 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 9, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Solitary Man: A Tribute to the Songs of Neil Diamond (1 & 7:15pm)
Circa ‘21’s own Brad Hauskins leads a talented cast of musicians and vocalists in this tribute to rock ‘n’ roll hall-of-famer; 11:45am doors, noon plated lunch, 1pm show, $67; 5:45pm doors, 6pm plated dinner, 7:15pm show; $72; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. SLACKERZ
Event Title: SLACKERZ. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 9:00 PM – Thursday, September 10, 2026, 1:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Bob Log III - Husky Martinez (6pm)
concert with the slide guitar one-man band based in Tucson, Arizona, featuring a set by Husky Martinez; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience
every show features one brilliant hit single after another with a tour de force of talent, combining incredible musicianship, vocal precision and a stage presence that has garnered the group nationwide acclaim; 6pm doors, 7:15pm show; cabaret menu available for purchase; $47-52; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Don Jovi: The Definitive Bon Jovi Tribute
the premier Bon Jovi tribute band delivers the definitive stadium rock experience, recreating the anthems, the energy, and the iconic look of one of rock’s greatest bands; $41.40-46.60; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Diplomats of Solid Sound (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. The Crooked Cactus Band
Event Title: The Crooked Cactus Band. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Remi Goode
Goode is a classical guitarist turned alternative folk singer/songwriter based in Nashville; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. 7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience
every show features one brilliant hit single after another with a tour de force of talent, combining incredible musicianship, vocal precision and a stage presence that has garnered the group nationwide acclaim; 6pm doors, 7:15pm show; cabaret menu available for purchase; $47-52; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas
an evening with one of the most influential and widely celebrated acts in bluegrass and roots music; $72.50 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Back Country Roads
Event Title: Back Country Roads. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mo Carter (5pm) - Dani Lynn Howe Band (6pm)
event in the Chillin’ in the Courtyard concert series; bring lawn chairs; limited seating is available courtesy of Simply Amish Interiors; free.
Venue: Skinner Block Courtyard.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Skinner Block Courtyard.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. EasyFriends (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Dave Killinger
Event Title: Dave Killinger. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Heartache Tonight: A Tribute to the Eagles
from the powerful guitar duel in Hotel California” to the shimmering harmonies of “Peaceful Easy Feeling.” Heartache Tonight delivers a true Eagles concert experience, with meticulous attention to every detail; $35-38; for information and tickets, call 563-652-9815.
Venue: Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
For more info visit www.ohnwardfineartscenter.com. The Bacon Brothers
featuring Michael & Kevin Bacon, the five-piece outfit has spent more than three decades creating their own mix of folk, rock, soul, and country music; $41.76-62.51.
Venue: Rhythm Section Amphitheater.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rhythm Section Amphitheater.
For more info visit www.eventim.us. Bop to the Top
celebrating 20 years of Hannah Montana and High School Musical! Join us for a high-energy dance party featuring a specially curated DJ set celebrating Hannah Montana and High School Musical, plus more iconic hits from Camp Rock, Cheetah Girls, Lemonade Mouth, and your favorite Disney Channel stars; $30.65.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, September 13, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Jens Korndörfer (3pm)
the Joyce O. Bowden Professor of Music, and an associate professor of organ at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, is regularly invited to perform and teach at prestigious venues and festivals around the world; his repertoire reaches from the Renaissance to the 21st century, including both transcriptions and world premieres; $16; for information and tickets, call 563-585-7469.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. The Tailfins (3pm)
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Eva, Jack, & Don (4pm)
Event Title: Eva, Jack, & Don (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Martina McBride
the multiple Grammy nominee has sold more than 23 million albums to date, and has made 20 top-10 singles
and six chart-topping hits; McBride has also earned more than 15 major music awards, including four wins for Female Vocalist of the Year from the Country Music Association and won three Academy of Country Music for Top Female Vocalist; $71.20-114; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Crooked Cactus Band (6pm)
concert in the Rockin' the River series; the hot dog stand Sunny Dogs will be on site; bring lawn chairs and blankets; free.
Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
Jordan Danielsen Band (6pm)
with food available at 5pm; for information, call 563-659-8500.
Event Title: Jordan Danielsen Band (6pm). Venue: Custom Park.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Custom Park.
For more info visit dewittiowa.org. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
The Riverside
concert with the energetic and engaging folk band with foot-stomping musical companions; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Royal Pop (6pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: Clint's Draft House Pizza & Grill.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Clint's Draft House Pizza & Grill.
Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm)
Event Title: Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, September 16, 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, September 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. League of Sound Disciples w/ Jason Hann
Hann (String Cheese Incident / EOTO) drops in with L.S.D. for a night of liquid bass, live percussion, and pure psychedelictronica; expect a deep, sweaty sonic voyage; $15-18.
Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hose Station No. 7.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Ridgerunners - Lori Schnoor (5:30pm)
event in the Summer Concert Series; free admission, food for purchase, coolers welcome, well-behaved leashed pets only, free parking nearby; family-friendly outdoor live music; bring a lawn chair. and be ready to enjoy a summer evening in downtown Maquoketa.
Venue: Glovik Community Park.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Royal Pop
Event Title: Royal Pop. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
Night Ranger
with more than 17 million albums sold worldwide, over 3000 live shows performed, and more than 1 billion in radio audience, Night Ranger has both epitomized and transcended the arena rock sound and style of that era and beyond; $51-256.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Jason & John Experience (6pm)
Event Title: Jason & John Experience (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm)
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm). Venue: R Bar.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
R Bar.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. Stare into the Night - Early Girl - Lipstick Homicide (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. The Jelly Fingers
Event Title: The Jelly Fingers. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jeni Grouws Band
blending blues, soul, and roots rock with a passion for songwriting, Jeni Grouws delivers an American roots sound that is both powerful and heartfelt; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Afroman
whether raising the roof with "Let's Get High Tonight," reliving painful "Ghetto Memories" or simply "Hittin' Switches," every hip-hop-infused cut is hard-rocking and undeniably heartfelt; $47-77.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Brandon Weigel and Mark Hestness (9am)
Event Title: Brandon Weigel and Mark Hestness (9am). Venue: Muscatine Farmer's Market.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Muscatine Farmer's Market.
Royal Pop (3pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (3pm). Venue: Wide River Winery Tasting Room - Village of East Davenport.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Wide River Winery Tasting Room - Village of East Davenport.
Pat Foley (4pm)
Event Title: Pat Foley (4pm). Venue: Jerry's - LeClaire.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Jerry's - LeClaire.
Jim Ryan (6pm)
Event Title: Jim Ryan (6pm). Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
The Lonesome Thrillbillies (6pm)
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. The Moonlight Princesses: Tribute to Demon Hunters (6pm)
a high-energy pop performance inspired by the global rise of K-pop storytelling, strong female characters, and cinematic music experiences that blend sound, fashion, choreography, and visual fantasy; $29.50 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Craig Gerdes
Event Title: Craig Gerdes. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Trophy Dads
Event Title: Trophy Dads. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Knox Galesburg Symphony: A Little Night Music
Maurice Cohn conducts Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik, Gabriela Ortiz's Antrópolis, and Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade; $25-35; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. GWAR - Weedeater - BRAT
the heavy-metal band formed in Richmond, Virginia, in 1984, composed of and operated by a frequently rotating line-up of musicians, artists, and filmmakers collectively known as Slave Pit Inc.; $42.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. The Highwaymen Live: A Musical Tribute
Michael Moore, August Manley, and Mark Gagnon embody icons Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Johnny Cash; Moore, an accomplished guitar player born and raised in McKinney, Texas, captures Willie Nelson's legendary voice and style; Manley, a Tacoma, Washington, native who grew up on country music, is the nation's premier Waylon Jennings tribute; Gagnon, a US Army veteran originally from Southington, Connecticut, recreates the memory of Johnny Cash as authentically as possible with his voice, style, and mannerisms; $45-56; for tickets and information, call 563-585-7469.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Belgium Fest: Gray Wolf Band (noon)
Event Title: Belgium Fest: Gray Wolf Band (noon). Venue: Stephens Park.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Stephens Park.
The Experience (2pm)
Event Title: The Experience (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
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, September 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Yacht Rock Sunday (2pm)
Event Title: Yacht Rock Sunday (2pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lettin' Loose (3pm)
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Rambunctious (4pm)
Event Title: Rambunctious (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tony Rangel & Friends (6pm)
concert in the Rockin' the River series; the hot dog stand Sunny Dogs will be on site; bring lawn chairs and blankets; free.
Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
Fair Warning (6pm)
with food available at 5pm; for information, call 563-659-8500.
Event Title: Fair Warning (6pm). Venue: Custom Park.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Custom Park.
For more info visit dewittiowa.org. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Skerryvore - Black Hawk Pipe & Drums
three-time winners of Scotland’s ‘Live Act of the Year’ award, Skerryvore have evolved from their humble beginnings to become one of the country’s leading forces; featuring Celtic musicians of Black Hawk Pipe & Drums; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Wiley Park.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Skye Consort & Emma Björling
a collective of renowned musicians from Canada and Sweden who make marvelous music together, they're mixing trad music from Scandinavia, Ireland and the British Isles, French-Canada, and tunes of their own devising; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Open Mic Jam
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Chuck Murphy (6:30pm)
Event Title: Chuck Murphy (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, September 23, 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 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Open Mic & Karaoke Night
Event Title: Open Mic & Karaoke Night. Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Taco Throwdown Festival: ZOWA - DJ Pelon Music
we will have a taco eating contest, two live performances by ZOWA, best taco competition with our food vendors, and DJ Pelon Music; for information, call 815-622-1106 and e-mail director@visitrockfalls.com.
Venue: RB&W Park.
Friday, September 25, 2026.
RB&W Park.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com. Royal Pop (4pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (4pm). Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
Live at 5: Crooked Cactus Band
re-scheduled from July 31 due to weather; kick off your weekend on Fridays all summer long at Common Chord; bring lawn chairs, no outside beverages, outside food welcome; free; for information, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Signal Flow Productions (6:30pm)
event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case of inclement weather, concerts will move to the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (lower level) at Washington and Gilbert Streets; rain location updates will be announced by 4 p.m. on the day of the performance via the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Jason Wells Band
Event Title: Jason Wells Band. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The One and Only Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
in Big Band history, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is recognized as one of the best all-around dance bands; $30-35; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9370.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org. Brandon Weigel and Mark Hestness (10am)
Event Title: Brandon Weigel and Mark Hestness (10am). Venue: Freight House Farmer's Market.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Freight House Farmer's Market.
Quad City Symphony Orchestra: The Queen’s Soirée (5:30pm)
our beloved symphony has prepared a lavish spread of delicacies, spirited libations, an auction of coveted treasures, and music befitting the grandest of ballrooms; $175; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit qcso.org. Royal Pop (6pm)
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: Rudy's Tacos - Elmore.
Saturday, September 26, 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, September 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Smooth Groove
Event Title: Smooth Groove. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. St. Jupiter
Event Title: St. Jupiter. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Highly Suspect - Yellawolf - Passengers Unknown
concert with the touring rockers and the rapper who blends Southern hip-hop with country, punk, and rock influences on "The War Within Tour"; featuring a set by Passengers Unknown; $6-190.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com.