Lacy's Ditch (noon)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Lacy's Ditch (noon). Venue: Wieblers Harley-Davidson.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Wieblers Harley-Davidson.
Rebel Wells (12:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rebel Wells (12:30pm). Venue: Foundry Food + Tap - Bettendorf.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Foundry Food + Tap - Bettendorf.
Chris Stevens (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Chris Stevens (1pm). Venue: Skinny Legs BBQ.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Skinny Legs BBQ.
Moonshine Run
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Moonshine Run. Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
Taylor Bruninga (1pm) - Cal Stage (8pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Taylor Bruninga (1pm) - Cal Stage (8pm). Venue: Poopy's Pub & Grub.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Poopy's Pub & Grub.
Walcott Truckers Jamboree: Shiny Shiny Black (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Walcott Truckers Jamboree: Shiny Shiny Black (1pm). Venue: Iowa 80 Truck Stop.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Iowa 80 Truck Stop.
For more info visit iowa80truckstop.com. Ryan Koresko (2pm) - Doug Brundies (7pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ryan Koresko (2pm) - Doug Brundies (7pm). Venue: Chuck's Tap.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Chuck's Tap.
Mo Carter (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Mo Carter (3pm). Venue: Wide River Winery Tasting Room - Village of East Davenport.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Wide River Winery Tasting Room - Village of East Davenport.
2026 Gypsy Highway Annual Blues Festival: John Pena & the Blues Machine (3:30pm) - Orphan Jon & the Abandoned (6pm) - Jeni Grouws, Band (8:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 2026 Gypsy Highway Annual Blues Festival: John Pena & the Blues Machine (3:30pm) - Orphan Jon & the Abandoned (6pm) - Jeni Grouws, Band (8:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. CraZy Ex (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: CraZy Ex (4pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort.
Jordan Danielsen (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jordan Danielsen (4pm). Venue: Green Tree Brewery.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Green Tree Brewery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Conquest Drum & Bugle Corps (4pm) - John Cole Born (5pm) - Paxton’s Top Shelf Trio (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
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, July 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Skinner Block Courtyard.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. Movin' Out Band (5pm) - Howl at the Moon (7pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Anthony Collins (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Anthony Collins (6pm). Venue: Pop the Cork.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Pop the Cork.
Donovan Gustofson (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Donovan Gustofson (6pm). Venue: Rudy's Tacos - Elmore.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rudy's Tacos - Elmore.
Gray Wolf Band (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Gray Wolf Band (6pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Lynn Allen (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Lynn Allen (6pm). Venue: BeerTini's.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
BeerTini's.
The Old School (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Old School (6pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Celtic Night Out: Celtic Rovers & Blackhawk Pipes and Drums (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert celebration hosted by the Scottish American Society of the Quad Cities.
Venue: Riverfront Grille.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Riverfront Grille.
For more info visit www.sasqc.com. Freegrass Trio (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Raccoon Motel 5th Birthday Party: Into It. Over It. - Bikini Truck Stop - Exploder 98 (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
thru July 11; three days of celebration featuring old favorites and surprise guests; $19.84 per night.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Moonshiners (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Moonshiners (6:30pm). Venue: Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Blues Deluxe
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Blues Deluxe. Venue: Nubs.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nubs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
LIVE MUSIC
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Dave Killinger
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Dave Killinger. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dirt Road Rockers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Dirt Road Rockers. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Low Moor Days: Eli Traum & the Railrunners
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Low Moor Days: Eli Traum & the Railrunners. Venue: Low Moor City Park.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Low Moor City Park.
The BPM's
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The BPM's. Venue: Danny's Tap & Grille.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Danny's Tap & Grille.
Tony Hoeppner & Friends
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tony Hoeppner & Friends. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 3 Years Hollow - Shallow Side - Trackside - Embers Rise
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the area rockers; $15.75-25.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. PhDJ - Afroband243
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings series; free; for information, call 319-337-7944.
Venue: Riverfront Crossings Park.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Riverfront Crossings Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. The Heart Collectors
MUSIC Concerts
merging the inspiration of '60s and '70s inspired Americana/Folk, with a distinct Celtic Lilt, The Heart Collectors have spent the last eight years ‘collecting hearts’ of international audiences through heartfelt ballads, toe-tapping jigs, and “Epic Folk” anthems; 6pm potluck/social hour, 7pm all-ages concert; bring lawn chairs; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Unified Frequencies: Dutchess - Sweez - Professa - The Lost Scout - Allumanis - Cuepid - StarUnie - 14ALL Fam
MUSIC Concerts
a night of high-energy EDM; $10-15; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Big Hair Mafia
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Big Hair Mafia. Venue: Home Base Sports Bar.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Home Base Sports Bar.
Fair Warning
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Fair Warning. Venue: Riverside Grille.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Grille.
JaCi & the Juice
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: JaCi & the Juice. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
Monica Austin
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Monica Austin. Venue: Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Radio Fighter Pilots - Shelton Biddle & 1851
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Radio Fighter Pilots - Shelton Biddle & 1851. Venue: Mercer County Fairgrounds.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Mercer County Fairgrounds.
Always Olivia (8:30pm) - Hey Jimmy (10:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Always Olivia (8:30pm) - Hey Jimmy (10:30pm). Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, July 12, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Whiskey River ... Downstream
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Whiskey River ... Downstream. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, July 12, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Moonlight Chase Run: We Were Paper
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Moonlight Chase Run: We Were Paper. Venue: Downtown Eldridge.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 12, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Downtown Eldridge.
Songbird Duo
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Songbird Duo. Venue: Maldon Kitchen & Bar.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 12, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Maldon Kitchen & Bar.
Royal Pop (12:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (12:30pm). Venue: Foundry Food + Tap - Bettendorf.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Foundry Food + Tap - Bettendorf.
Clusterpluck (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Clusterpluck (1pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
Sista & the Misters Band (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Sista & the Misters Band (1pm). Venue: Poopy's Pub & Grub.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Poopy's Pub & Grub.
Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute (1pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an afternoon with the lauded tribute musicians; bring lawn chairs; free; for information, call 309-927-3899.
Venue: Bishop Hill Village Park.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Village Park.
For more info visit www.visitbishophill.com. Donovan Gustofson (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Donovan Gustofson (2pm). Venue: Crawford Brew Works.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Crawford Brew Works.
Route 38 Unplugged (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Route 38 Unplugged (2pm). Venue: Bears Showtown USA.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bears Showtown USA.
Ryan Bizarri (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ryan Bizarri (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bitter Nothings - Face Carver (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Bitter Nothings - Face Carver (3pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Cal Stage Band (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Cal Stage Band (3pm). Venue: Long Branch Saloon.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Long Branch Saloon.
Eva Kendall (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Eva Kendall (3pm). Venue: Casey's Tavern.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Casey's Tavern.
Levi-Jackson-Cooper Trio (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Levi-Jackson-Cooper Trio (3pm). Venue: Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
TaG: The Dynamic Duo (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: TaG: The Dynamic Duo (3pm). Venue: The Corner Pocket.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Corner Pocket.
The Old School (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Old School (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Chris Avey (3pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the blues, rock, funk, and soul musician; free; for information, call 309-506-4924.
Venue: RIBCO.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kara Grainger (3pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Australian soul, blues, and roots-rock singer/songwriter based out of Nashville; $13; for information and tickets, call 309-764-8758.
Venue: Moline Viking Club.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Moline Viking Club.
For more info visit molinevikings.org. Smooth Groove (3pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. North of 40 Reunion Show (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: North of 40 Reunion Show (4pm). Venue: Parkside Grill & Lounge.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Parkside Grill & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Danny's Book Club Band (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Danny's Book Club Band (5pm). Venue: Runner's Park.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Runner's Park.
Shelby Means - Still Shine (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family to enjoy a picnic-style concert experience in a relaxed, welcoming setting; food and drinks will be available for purchase from local vendors, and guests are also welcome to bring their own; there are also free caricatures and activities for children, as well as a variety of non-food vendors; well-behaved pets are welcome to join in on the fun; for those with mobility challenges, a shuttle service is available, and street parking can be found around Wiley Park; free.
Venue: Wiley Park.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Nth Power
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Nth Power. Venue: Hose Station No. 7.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hose Station No. 7.
Hembree
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the indie-rock band from Lawrence, Kansas; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Incredible 45’s (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the 2026 Summer Concert in the Park Series; brats, hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips, pie, soda, bottled water, and coffee will be sold from 5pm until sold out in the dining room; at 6:30pm, popcorn, soda, and bottled water will be sold through the popcorn window; bring lawn chairs; parking available in former Bethany’s lot or old
Dispatch lot at 1821 6th Ave. cross 6th Ave to enter park; for information, call 309-797-0789.
Venue: Moline Township Activity Center.
Monday, July 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Moline Township Activity Center.
For more info visit www.molinetownship.com. Horse Lords - Friend Less
MUSIC Concerts
concert with experimental rock band from Baltimore, featuring a set by Friend Less; $15-25, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Monday, July 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Songs of Hero Street with David G Smith (2pm)
MUSIC Concerts
enjoy an afternoon of songs inspired by our very own community; Smith's newest album "Hero Street" includes a titular song that appears in a PBS docuseries of the same name created by QC based Fourth Wall Films; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. The Talk of The Town
Calls For Entry
on Tuesdays, hosted by DJ Powder (Tiana Washington); featuring local perspectives related to the world of arts, sports, and music; we highlight local change-makers who are making a difference in a variety of industries; listen to the show online at tunein.com or Facebook/tianapowderwashington.
Venue: KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. Insomniac - Slumbering Sun (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the touring psych-rock band, featuring a set by Slumbering Sun; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Barry Cloyd: Where Have All the Flowers Gone, the Ballad of Pete Seeger (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
this program is Barry's newest, having been commissioned by The Sun Foundation of Central Illinois; audiences get to ride along in the boxcars with his pal and mentor Woody Guthrie, learn what it's like to hitch hike across this great country with only a banjo & a song as your companion...and get to know how he earned his place in musical history with iconic songs such as “If I Had A Hammer," “Turn, Turn, Turn," “The Sinking of the Reuben James," and of course “Where Have All the Flowers Gone”; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Xolex - Liv McNair (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the rising country-rock artist originally from Chariton, Iowa, now based in Nashville; featuring a set by Liv McNair; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Goat Hollow Boys (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
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: Happy Hollow Park.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Happy Hollow Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Adjust the Sails - HummusVaccuum - worlds greatest dad - Cinema Stare
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Adjust the Sails - HummusVaccuum - worlds greatest dad - Cinema Stare. Venue: Gabe's.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Minds Open Mic
LIVE MUSIC
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Graham Nash
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the musician, singer and songwriter known for his light tenor voice and for his contributions as a member of the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash; $30-80; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Karaoke Wednesday
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Karaoke Wednesday. Venue: RIBCO.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Donovan Gustofson Jazz Ensemble (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Donovan Gustofson Jazz Ensemble (6pm). Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Thursday, July 16, 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)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Crooked Cactus Band aka Los Nopales Chuecos
MUSIC Concerts
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, July 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Mason Jennings (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the touring folk/pop singer/songwriter; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Devourment - 12 Gauge Autopsy - Rotpile - Integument (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
a night with the touring metal musicians; $20-25; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. The Night People (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Bettendorf Public Library's Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs and coolers; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Faye's Field.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Faye's Field.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Corporate Rock
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Free Summer Concert Series; with solo/duet performances starting at 6pm and the headliners performing from 7-9pm; bring lawn chairs; food and drinks available for purchase; no outside alcohol.
Venue: Bass Street Landing Plaza.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bass Street Landing Plaza.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. Dyer Davis
MUSIC Concerts
Davis is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his electrifying performances and a sound deeply rooted in southern blues rock; 6pm potluck/social hour, 7pm all-ages concert; bring lawn chairs; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Conan
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Conan. Venue: Gabe's.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Live at 5: Cedar County Cobras
MUSIC Concerts
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, July 17, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Brandon Weigel and Mark Hestness (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brandon Weigel and Mark Hestness (6pm). Venue: Missipi Brew.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Missipi Brew.
Matt Fuller Band (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Matt Fuller Band (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm). Venue: R Bar.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
R Bar.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. Dandelion Stompers (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
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, July 17, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. 501 Bryze
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 501 Bryze. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Identity Crisis
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Identity Crisis. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jordan Danielsen
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jordan Danielsen. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kaylyn Sahs
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Kaylyn Sahs. Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Charlie Parr - Marble Teeth - Samuel Locke Ward
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the touring country-blues musician born in Austin, Minnesota; featuring sets by Marble Teeth and Samuel Locke Ward; $33.06.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Radio Fighter Pilots
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Neon Nova
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Neon Nova. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Drivin N Cryin - Laid Back Country Picker
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the rock band from Atlanta, Georgia, featuring a set by Laid Back Country Picker; $35-40.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. With My Good Eye Closed w/ J. Barger
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Amateur Selector Series; Barger returns with a blues focused set; free, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Southern Rail Band
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Southern Rail Band. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, July 18, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Sweetie & the Toothaches
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Sweetie & the Toothaches. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, July 18, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Off Campus Night
MUSIC Concerts
a dance party tour celebrating the Prime Video series "Off Campus" and the "Briar Nation" fandom, featuring custom edits and soundtrack anthems inspired by the series; $26.52.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Eats ‘N’ Beats @ The District: Drew Cagle & the Reputation - Alborn
MUSIC Concerts
with live music and few of your favorite food trucks on-site serving up delicious bites;; for information, call 815-622-1106 and e-mail director@visitrockfalls.com.
Venue: RB&W Park.
Saturday, July 18, 2026.
RB&W Park.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com. Small Town Smoke (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Small Town Smoke (1pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jim Ryan (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim Ryan (2pm). Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
The Legendary Ladies of Country Music w/ Molly Brown (2pm)
MUSIC Concerts
Brown brings to the stage the music of Shania Twain, Tanya Tucker, Jo Dee Messina, Martina McBride and more; in the second half of the show, Brown will sing the beautiful songs of Patsy Cline; $15-28; for tickets and information, call 563-652-9815.
Venue: Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
For more info visit www.ohnwardfineartscenter.com. Jet Jurgensmeyer (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jet Jurgensmeyer (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kyle Elliott (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Kyle Elliott (3pm). Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Doug Brundies (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Doug Brundies (4pm). Venue: Green Tree Brewery.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Green Tree Brewery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Pat Foley (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Pat Foley (4pm). Venue: Jerry's - LeClaire.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Jerry's - LeClaire.
Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (5pm). Venue: BS General Store.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
BS General Store.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. Press Record (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Press Record (6pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Royal Pop (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: Corazon Latino Restaurant and Bar.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Corazon Latino Restaurant and Bar.
The Swampland Jewels (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Void Church - Gash - Baby - Vin - Woodlake - A Light Among Many (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
a night with the goth, shoegaze, post-punk, industrial, and darkwave musicians; $10; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. 3Way Radio
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 3Way Radio. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Andrew Scott Denlinger
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Andrew Scott Denlinger. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bluzillion
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Bluzillion. Venue: Nubs.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nubs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
LIVE MUSIC
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Smooth Groove
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Smooth Groove. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. An Evening with Jim Avett
MUSIC Concerts
born in March of 1947 in central North Carolina Jim Avett learned early the educational and entertainment value of storytelling; 6pm potluck/social hour, 7pm all-ages concert; bring lawn chairs; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Dead Letter Office
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Silverstein - Origami Angel - Ally Nicholas
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Canadian rock band from Burlington, Ontario, formed in 2000, featuring sets by Origami Angel and Ally Nicholas; $49-80.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Sparkle Carcass - William Wright - Kayla Ray
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the touring country-blues musician born in Austin, Minnesota; featuring sets by Marble Teeth and Samuel Locke Ward; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Spoiler Alert
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Spoiler Alert. Venue: Missipi Brew.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Missipi Brew.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Flabbergastor - Funk Nouveau
MUSIC Concerts
the musicians bring their high-energy sound alongside special guests Funk Nouveau; $10; for information, call 309-506-4924.
Venue: RIBCO.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Switchfoot - Fuel - Lit
MUSIC Concerts
one evening with three iconic rock acts; $60-100; for information and tickets, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Sweetie & the Toothaches
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Sweetie & the Toothaches. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, July 19, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Totes McGotes
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Totes McGotes. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, July 19, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. SLACKERZ
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: SLACKERZ. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 19, 2026, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
Royal Pop (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (1pm). Venue: The Landing.
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Landing.
Steve Gritman (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Steve Gritman (2pm). Venue: Wide River Winery - Clinton.
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Wide River Winery - Clinton.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Yacht Rock Sunday (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Yacht Rock Sunday (2pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jet Jurgensmeyer (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jet Jurgensmeyer (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jake Beaty (3pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Jared Nels (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jared Nels (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Rebel Eves - Stillhouse Junkies (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family to enjoy a picnic-style concert experience in a relaxed, welcoming setting; food and drinks will be available for purchase from local vendors, and guests are also welcome to bring their own; there are also free caricatures and activities for children, as well as a variety of non-food vendors; well-behaved pets are welcome to join in on the fun; for those with mobility challenges, a shuttle service is available, and street parking can be found around Wiley Park; free.
Venue: Wiley Park.
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Tailfins (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the 2026 Summer Concert in the Park Series; brats, hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips, pie, soda, bottled water, and coffee will be sold from 5pm until sold out in the dining room; at 6:30pm, popcorn, soda, and bottled water will be sold through the popcorn window; bring lawn chairs; parking available in former Bethany’s lot or old
Dispatch lot at 1821 6th Ave. cross 6th Ave to enter park; for information, call 309-797-0789.
Venue: Moline Township Activity Center.
Monday, July 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Moline Township Activity Center.
For more info visit www.molinetownship.com. The Talk of The Town
Calls For Entry
on Tuesdays, hosted by DJ Powder (Tiana Washington); featuring local perspectives related to the world of arts, sports, and music; we highlight local change-makers who are making a difference in a variety of industries; listen to the show online at tunein.com or Facebook/tianapowderwashington.
Venue: KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ded (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ded (6pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Got Your Six (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Got Your Six (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Cactus Blossoms - Pieta Brown (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the alternative country and indie-folk band based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, featuring a set by Pieta Brown; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Stephanie Catlett with Dan Padley & Tara McGovern (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
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: James Alan McPherson Park.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
James Alan McPherson Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Open Minds Open Mic
LIVE MUSIC
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Kris Lager Band
MUSIC Concerts
for more than two decades, Nebraska's Kris Lager has crisscrossed the nation as a true musical journeyman, distributing his emotionally rich, genre-blending sound to anyone and everyone willing to listen; 6pm potluck/social hour, 7pm all-ages concert; bring lawn chairs; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Aimee Mann - Kimon Kirk
MUSIC Concerts
concert with one of the most distinguished singer/songwriters of her generation, featuring a set by Kimon Kirk; $25-175.50; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Karaoke Wednesday
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Karaoke Wednesday. Venue: RIBCO.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. mc chris (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: mc chris (2pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Hap Hazard (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Bettendorf Public Library's Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs and coolers; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Faye's Field.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Faye's Field.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
The Velies
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Free Summer Concert Series; with solo/duet performances starting at 6pm and the headliners performing from 7-9pm; bring lawn chairs; food and drinks available for purchase; no outside alcohol.
Venue: Bass Street Landing Plaza.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bass Street Landing Plaza.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. Tab Benoit - Sgt. Splendor
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the four-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and guitarist who has built a remarkable 30+-year career on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues; featuring a set by Sgt. Splendor; $20-50; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Magic Tuber Stringband - David Lord
MUSIC Concerts
hailing from North Carolina, the touring indie musicians probe the undercurrents of the landscapes around them; $10-20, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Pokey LaFarge - Cedar County Cobras
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the blues, folk, and swing-jazz singer/songwriter, featuring a set by Cedar County Cobras.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Bix Jazz & Family Jam
LIVE MUSIC
featuring live jazz performances by Ron Tegeler Trio and the Blackhawk Broadcasters, refreshments, children's activities, convenient pick up for your Bix 7 race packet, and more.
Event Title: Bix Jazz & Family Jam. Venue: Kaiserslautern Square.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Kaiserhausen Square.
For more info visit www.downtowndavenport.com. Bix Jazz & Family Jam: Ron Tegeler Trio - The Blackhawk Broadcasters (4pm)
MUSIC Concerts
featuring live jazz performances, refreshments, children's activities, convenient pick up for your Bix 7 race packet, and more.
Venue: Kaiserslautern Square.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Kaiserhausen Square.
For more info visit www.downtowndavenport.com. Live at 5: Beaker Brothers Band
MUSIC Concerts
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, July 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Iron Sausage (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Iron Sausage (6pm). Venue: Jersey Grille.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Jersey Grille.
KAZHA (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: KAZHA (6pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Royal Pop (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: El Fogon Mexican Bar & Grill.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
El Fogon Mexican Bar & Grill.
Blast Choir and The Wonderful Smiths (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
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, July 24, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Douglas & Tucker
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Douglas & Tucker. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Semi Charmed
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Semi Charmed. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Muddy Ruckus - Gooseberry
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the dynamic psyche rock duo blending raw Americana, psychedelic grit, and explosive live energy; featuring a set by Gooseberry; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Night Wranglers
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Bix Mix Street Party: Dirt Road Rockers
MUSIC Concerts
on West Third Street between Harrison & Ripley; step into the electrifying energy of the Bix Mix Street Party.
Venue: Downtown Davenport.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Downtown Davenport.
For more info visit www.downtowndavenport.com. Thunder from Down Under
LIVE MUSIC
direct from Las Vegas, the hottest Australian exports are renowned for their high-energy male-revue stage production, down-to-earth Aussie charisma, and pure thunder power; $42.42.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Tif & Mollie - Barefoot & Sunshine - Jenny Lynn Stacy & the Roosters
MUSIC Concerts
a night with the Americana and rock musicians; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. BitterSweet Nation
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: BitterSweet Nation. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, July 25, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Champagne Fixx Band
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Champagne Fixx Band. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, July 25, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Fair Warning
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Fair Warning. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Friday, July 24, 2026, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bix Mix Street Party: QC Rock Academy - Pork Tornadoes - Wyatt Weipert - For Those About to Yacht
MUSIC Concerts
on West Third Street between Harrison & Ripley; step into the electrifying energy of the Bix Mix Street Party.
Venue: Downtown Davenport.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Downtown Davenport.
For more info visit www.downtowndavenport.com. Neonshadows (11:30am)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Neonshadows (11:30am). Venue: Freight House Farmer's Market.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Freight House Farmer's Market.
Poke the Bear (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Poke the Bear (1pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Warehouse Project (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Warehouse Project (6pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burlington Street Bluegrass Band (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
LIVE MUSIC
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Devil You Know
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Devil You Know. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Beaux Band
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Beaux Band. Venue: Timber Lake Resort.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Resort.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Velvet Suns
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Velvet Suns. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Class of '82
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Nonpoint - Spineshank - (hed) p.e. - Backhand Blue
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the heavy metal band from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, featuring sets by Spineshank, (hed) p.e. and Backhand Blue; $42.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Lord Buffalo - Shining Realm - Sam Locke Ward
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Lord Buffalo - Shining Realm - Sam Locke Ward. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kings & Queens of the City
MUSIC Concerts
Ill Island Music Group presents a Bix Weekend Rap Showcase featuring sets by YHN Finnesse
Benjiboy Twan, FatGuy Mook, Soe Heartlesz, TOWNSTAR G Quick Indoo PB Dutch, Big Hue, Jefe Quay, Taliband Mafia Music Group Kash Lea, Sneekaa Niq, and Klutch; $15-20; for information and tickets, call 563-223-8642.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. WEFUNK: Parliament Tribute
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the ultimate Parliament-Funkadelic tribute experience; $10-15; for information, call 309-506-4924.
Venue: RIBCO.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Champagne Fixx
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Champagne Fixx. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, July 26, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Raquel & the Wildflowers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Raquel & the Wildflowers. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, July 26, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Rambunctious
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rambunctious. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 26, 2026, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Luke Fox (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Luke Fox (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Noah Guthrie (2pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the Americana singer/songwriter has performed at major festivals, fairs, and clubs all over the United States and Europe; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Royal Pop (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (3pm). Venue: The Butterfly Lounge.
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Butterfly Lounge.
Richie Lee & the Fabulous 50's (3pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Sean Kistler (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Sean Kistler (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Bunny the Bear (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Bunny the Bear (6pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Young Dubliners - 3 on the Tree (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family to enjoy a picnic-style concert experience in a relaxed, welcoming setting; food and drinks will be available for purchase from local vendors, and guests are also welcome to bring their own; there are also free caricatures and activities for children, as well as a variety of non-food vendors; well-behaved pets are welcome to join in on the fun; for those with mobility challenges, a shuttle service is available, and street parking can be found around Wiley Park; free.
Venue: Wiley Park.
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Nick Shoulders - Adeem the Artist
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the country singer/songwriter from Fayetteville, Arkansas, featuring a set by Adeem the Artist; $30-35.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com.