Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night People (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Iowa Hall of Fame band from the 1970s; 5pm doors, 5:30pm music; $5.
Event Title: The Night People (5:30pm). Venue: Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tommy Pickett Jr. & Friends (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fai Laci (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the band was founded by Luke Faillaci following the 2022 release of the first Fai Laci EP, Conversation, recorded in his college bedroom and highlighted by such tracks as “Five” and “Gypsy Lover"; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Minds Open Mic
LIVE MUSIC
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm). Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Third Thursday Jazz featuring the TriTones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Third Thursday Jazz featuring the TriTones (6pm). Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Earth Tongue - Pink Fuzz (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the heavy psych rock two-piece from Wellington, New Zealand, featuring a set by Pink Fuzz; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Karaoke Night
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:45 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ben Schwind (noon)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the Brown Bag Lunch Series; Schwind is a multi-instrumentalist who has graced the Quad Cities’ music scene for the last 15 years; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Good Makers Market: Angela Meyer (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Good Makers Market: Angela Meyer (3pm). Venue: Downtown Tipton.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Downtown Tipton.
Mercado on Fifth: Tamborazo La Magdalena (5:30pm) - Los Sembradores del Norte (6:30pm) - Crooked Cactus (7:45pm) - Grupo Innstinto (9pm)
MUSIC Concerts
playing for Mercado on Fifth's 10th Anniversary Grand Opening Celebration.
Venue: Mercado on Fifth.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Mercado on Fifth.
For more info visit www.mercadoonfifth.org. Royal Pop (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: El Fogon Mexican Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
El Fogon Mexican Bar & Grill.
Josh Spinner - Lainey Jean (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the multi-talented musician from the northern suburbs of Chicago, featuring a set by Lainey Jean; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Angela Meyer (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer (6:30pm). Venue: B52 Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
B52 Bar & Grill.
Heartbreak Honey (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Heartbreak Honey (6:30pm). Venue: Jennie's Boxcar.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Jennie's Boxcar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. West Liberty High and West High Bands (6:30pm)
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, May 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Jason Carl's Tom Petty Tribute
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jason Carl's Tom Petty Tribute. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Randy Leasman
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Randy Leasman. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Class of '82
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, May 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone
MUSIC Concerts
Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone has sold over eighty million records with iconic songs like "I'm Into Something Good," "Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Daughter," “Silhouettes” “Wonderful World” “Can’ You Hear My Heart Beat” “A Must to Avoid” “Listen People” and "There's a Kind of Hush"; $39 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. 28 Days Later - Two Boyfriends - Burke Ward Wallace
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 28 Days Later - Two Boyfriends - Burke Ward Wallace. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fair Warning
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Fair Warning. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Smells Like Nirvana: A Tribute to Nirvana
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the touring tribute rockers as they perform songs from Nevermind, In Utero, Bleach, and more; $30-31.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Palomino
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Palomino. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 23, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 23, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Fishbait
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Fishbait. Venue: Micky's Irish Pub.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:00 PM – Saturday, May 23, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Micky's Irish Pub.
For more info visit mickysirishpub.com. The Zone (noon)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Zone (noon). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Iowa Women's Jazz Orchestra Sextet (2pm)
MUSIC Concerts
hear a selection of music featuring women jazz composers and arrangers, performed by women instrumentalists; formed in 2017, the Iowa Women's Jazz Orchestra (IWJO) is a jazz big band made up of women musicians from across the state who are dedicated to showcasing, and inspiring the participation of, women and girls in jazz; hear the IWJO Sextet, a six-person jazz combo of teachers and professional musicians, as they perform a program spotlighting the contributions of women to jazz history; IWJO founder Toni LeFebvre, a 2010 graduate of Pleasant Valley High School, performs with the sextet; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Pat Foley (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Pat Foley (4pm). Venue: Jerry's - LeClaire.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Jerry's - LeClaire.
Flatland Ridge - Tangle Creek (5:30pm)
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.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Tangled Reality (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tangled Reality (6pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Alex + Josie
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Alex + Josie. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
LIVE MUSIC
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. DMT: A Dave Matthews Tribute
LIVE MUSIC
screening of the Oscar-winning epic; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: DMT: A Dave Matthews Tribute. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Funktastic 5
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Funktastic 5. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Jelly Fingers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Jelly Fingers. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
10 of Soul - Night School
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, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Uniphonics
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings series; free; for information, call 319-337-7944.
Venue: Riverfront Crossings Park.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Riverfront Crossings Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. 100 Years of Hank Williams
MUSIC Concerts
Jason Petty performs his tribute to the legendary country musician; $33.08-41.40; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Royal Pop
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop. Venue: Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sunday, May 24, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Len Brown's North Shore Inn.
Stein / Smith / Shead - Gabi Vanek
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Chicago-rooted improvising trio uniting bass clarinetist Jason Stein, double bassist Damon Smith, and percussionist Adam Shead, featuring a set by Gabi Vanek; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. The Matt Fuller Band
MUSIC Concerts
a night of live country and Southern rock; free; for information, call 309-506-4924.
Venue: RIBCO.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.ribco.com. Whitney - Lucky Cloud
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the indie rock band formed in Chicago in 2015, featuring a set by Lucky Cloud; $35-40.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Windy City Dueling Pianos
MUSIC Concerts
the performers, hailing from Chicago and from across the Midwest, have decades of dueling piano experience performing in nationally renowned clubs across the Midwest; they play off each other in the traditional “Classic” dueling pianos style that has made these shows so popular; the audience controls the show and decides what songs the entertainers play; $12-15; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit tickets.circa21.com. Class of '82
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Class of '82. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, May 24, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, May 24, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Angela Meyer (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer (2pm). Venue: Buffalo Boondocks.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Buffalo Boondocks.
Royal Pop (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (2pm). Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
Shaun Easton (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Shaun Easton (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rambunctious (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rambunctious (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Casts - Elliott Bay Towers - Lex Leto (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the ambient project from Joshua Bohnsack, music written for psychedelic therapy, but you can listen to it other times, too; featuring sets by Elliott Bay Towers and Lex Leto; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Whiskey Stop Karaoke Showdown
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Whiskey Stop Karaoke Showdown. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. An Evening with Joe Stamm
MUSIC Concerts
after more than a decade of writing, performing, and touring, Stamm has honed his storytelling ability to such fine detail, you’d think he was there when you were getting up to no good in your hometown.; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Josh Duffee & His Big Band featuring Travis Hosette
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Chantilly Lace featuring Junior Talley
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Chantilly Lace featuring Junior Talley. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. The Zone (noon)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Zone (noon). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Monday, May 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 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, May 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. La Cerca - We Were Paper - Company Dimes (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Tucson-based psychedelic four-piece, featuring sets by We Were Paper and Company Dimes; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mihali
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the reggae-rock and indie-pop musicians; $25-30; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 21 Steps (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 21 Steps (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Derision Cult - 12 Gauge Autopsy - Wyvern (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Chicago-based industrial metal project spearheaded by Dave McAnally, featuring sets by 12 Gauge Autopsy and Wyvern; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Minds Open Mic
LIVE MUSIC
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Awful Purdies - Simon Cropp (5:30pm)
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, May 28, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
True Green - Tambourine (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the project of Minneapolis bedroom-pop songwriter Dan Hornsby, featuring a set by Tambourine; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Heather Maloney - High Tea
MUSIC Concerts
Massachusetts-based “writer song-singer” Heather Maloney discovered her voice during three years at a meditation center, shaping a sound rooted in quiet reflection and a deep love of storytelling; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Open Mic & Karaoke Night
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic & Karaoke Night. Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Karaoke Night
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:45 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wes Weever Duo (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wes Weever Duo (5pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. JaCi Leigh & the JUICE (6:30pm) - Krista Lynn Meadow (8:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: JaCi Leigh & the JUICE (6:30pm) - Krista Lynn Meadow (8:30pm). Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – Saturday, May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Clear Creek Amana and City High Bands (6:30pm)
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, May 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Flabbergastor - Jump Breakpoint
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Flabbergastor - Jump Breakpoint. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tangled Reality
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tangled Reality. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Choral Dynamics: Raising Spirits with Song
MUSIC Concerts
help us celebrate 50 years of helping our community through song by joining us for our June show: a couple of unearthly characters will be joining the chorus to take you on a musical tour of Galesburg; with humor and song, you can join us as we look back to 1976 and our beginnings; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-14; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Identity Crisis
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, May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Chad Gray - Doobie
MUSIC Concerts
the powerhouse voice behind Mudvayne and Hellyeah on his "30 Years of Mayhem" tour, featuring a set by Doobie; $53.81.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. The Iowans
MUSIC Concerts
the dynamic foursome of talented, accomplished musicians, bring lively, spirit-lifting and soul searching songs to their performances, playing their claw hammer banjo, and guitar instruments and singing/blending their voices in beautiful vocal harmonies; hosted by internationally famous Poetry Slam entertainer, Marc Kelly Smith, and the Cultural Center's Events Committee; free; for information, call 815-275-1958.
Venue: Savanna Museum and Cultural Center.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Savanna Museum and Cultural Center.
For more info visit www.savannamuseum.org. Great White & Slaughter
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the legendary rock outfits; $48-78; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456.
Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Riverside Casino Event Center.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Stephen Pearcy of RATT
MUSIC Concerts
as the founder, lead singer and songwriter of the metal rock band RATT, Stephen Pearcy is credited with having been a pioneer of the early 80's Sunset Strip rock scene; $15-50; for information and tickets, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Got Your Six (8:30pm) - Big Hair Mafia (10pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Got Your Six (8:30pm) - Big Hair Mafia (10pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Krista Lynn Meadow
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Krista Lynn Meadow. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Lady Igraine
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Lady Igraine. Venue: Micky's Irish Pub.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 9:00 PM – Saturday, May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Micky's Irish Pub.
For more info visit mickysirishpub.com. Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest: DJ Shane Brown (11am) - Frankie Joe & Kinfolk (1:15pm) - Jerm Theory (3:15pm) - Jenny Lynn Stacy Band (5:15pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest: DJ Shane Brown (11am) - Frankie Joe & Kinfolk (1:15pm) - Jerm Theory (3:15pm) - Jenny Lynn Stacy Band (5:15pm). Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Last Call! (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Last Call! (2pm). Venue: Nubs.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nubs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bad Medicine (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Bad Medicine (6pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jim Ryan (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim Ryan (6pm). Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
Royal Pop (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (6pm). Venue: Rudy's Tacos - Elmore.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Rudy's Tacos - Elmore.
Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
LIVE MUSIC
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Choral Dynamics: Raising Spirits with Song
MUSIC Concerts
help us celebrate 50 years of helping our community through song by joining us for our June show: a couple of unearthly characters will be joining the chorus to take you on a musical tour of Galesburg; with humor and song, you can join us as we look back to 1976 and our beginnings; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-14; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Keaton Adams
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Texas-based rock and country musician; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Matt Barber & Friends
MUSIC Concerts
Quad Cities native and pop singer Barber performs alongside Quad Cities musicians Kellen Meyers on keyboard and his brother Logan Meyers on drums; featuring a special song in tribute to the late David Saelens; $5; for information, call 563-355-7070.
Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.mattbarberexperience.com. Radio Fighter Pilots
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, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Sincerely Yours, Pauli Murray
MUSIC Concerts
come hear the Quire of Eastern Iowa as they debut the new cantata for the first time in Iowa; $0-50 "pay what you will" ticketing; this is a reserved-seating performance; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9372.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org. Water Is the Sun - Boy Dirt Car - Post Doom Romance
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the union of Mkl Anderson (Drekka), and Adam Parks (Timber Rattle / Lightning White Bison), featuring sets by Boy Dirt Car and Post Doom Romance; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Small Town Superheroes
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Small Town Superheroes. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, May 31, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest: Voices by Share (11am) - QC Rock Academy (noon) - The Textures (2:15pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest: Voices by Share (11am) - QC Rock Academy (noon) - The Textures (2:15pm). Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Choral Dynamics: Raising Spirits with Song
MUSIC Concerts
help us celebrate 50 years of helping our community through song by joining us for our June show: a couple of unearthly characters will be joining the chorus to take you on a musical tour of Galesburg; with humor and song, you can join us as we look back to 1976 and our beginnings; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $4-14; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Bad Medicine (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Bad Medicine (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Brandon Santini (3:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the internationally touring musician plays a concert co-presented by the Mississippi Valley Blues Society; $15-20; for information, call 563-322-5837.
Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. Jed Harrelson - Jon Hayes (6pm)
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, May 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Noah Richardson - Sunday Driver - Breakfast by Myself (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Philadelphia-based alt-rock singer/songwriter, featuring sets by Sunday Driver and Breakfast by Myself; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Mirah (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Brooklyn-based indie-rock singer/songwriter; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, June 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.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, June 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. Open Jam Night w/ Joseph Lee (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Joseph Lee (6pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sensor Ghost - Desperate Electric (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the no-wave art-punk trio from Washington, DC, featuring Mike Andre (bass/vocals), Amanda Huron (guitar), and Sam Lavine (drums); featuring a set by Desperate Electric;; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night People (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Iowa Hall of Fame band from the 1970s; 5pm doors, 5:30pm music; $5.
Event Title: The Night People (5:30pm). Venue: Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Emerald Pease (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Emerald Pease (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Minds Open Mic
LIVE MUSIC
on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes.
Event Title: Open Minds Open Mic. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm). Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Public Figure - Party Cove - Company Dimes - Camp Regret (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the high-energy pop-rock band with punk influences, featuring sets by Party Cove, Company Dimes, and Camp Regret; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Blues Cruise
LIVE MUSIC
for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Blues Cruise. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
MUSIC Concerts
in a career spanning over 50 years, dozens of albums, and too many shows to count, Stuart still charts a course through new territory at every chance possible; $25-215; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Willi Carlisle
MUSIC Concerts
folk singer Carlisle holds tight the conviction that love is bigger than hate, and no-one is expendable; $18-30; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: The James Theater.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The James Theater.
For more info visit englert.org. Iowa Arts Festival Main Stage: Dearborn (6pm) - Anthony Worden & the Illiterati (7pm) - Ribbon Skirt (8:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
this year’s Main Stage lineup, sponsored by Iowa Health Care, brings a dynamic weekend of live music, featuring an exciting mix of local favorites and nationally recognized performers.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. 3 on the Tree
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 3 on the Tree. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. DMT: Dave Matthews Tribute Band
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, June 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Willi Carlisle
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the artist whose music pulls from traditional American folk music, punk music, and country music; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Bellson Music Fest: Josh Duffee & the Blackhawk Broadcasters - Crooked Cactus - John Resch & Doggin’ Out - Rare Element.
MUSIC Concerts
Enjoy an all-day celebration honoring legendary jazz drummer Louie Bellson; the festival features a special drum clinic led by Josh Duffee at the McCormick Event Center, plus live performances at the RB&W District Park from four outstanding bands; for information, call 815-622-1106 and e-mail director@visitrockfalls.com.
Venue: RB&W Park.
Saturday, June 6, 2026.
RB&W Park.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com. 5th-Annual Bellson Music Fest: Josh Duffee & the Blackhawk Broadcasters (1pm) - The Crooked Cactus Band aka Los Nopales Chuecos (3pm) - John Resch & Doggin’ Out (5pm) - Rare Element (7pm)
MUSIC Concerts
enjoy an all-day celebration honoring legendary jazz drummer Louie Bellson; the festival features a special drum clinic led by Josh Duffee at the McCormick Event Center from 11:30am to 12:30pm; free.
Venue: RB&W Park.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
RB&W Park.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com. Iowa Arts Festival Main Stage: Iowa City Community Band (noon) - The Fabulous Trutones (1:30pm) - Hard Luck & the Troubles (4pm) - Blaine Bailey (6pm) - The Dirty Dozen Brass Band (8pm)
MUSIC Concerts
this year’s Main Stage lineup, sponsored by Iowa Health Care, brings a dynamic weekend of live music, featuring an exciting mix of local favorites and nationally recognized performers.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Rescue Rocks 2026: Rude Punch (2:30pm) - For Those About to Yacht (5:15pm) - 10 of Soul (8pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the Quad Cities' second-annual pet-rescue music festival; proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the Humane Society of Scott County, helping provide care, shelter, and second chances for abandoned, abused, and neglected animals across the Quad Cities; in addition to live music, attendees can enjoy a silent auction, food and drink specials, and the chance to meet adoptable animals brought onsite by the Humane Society of Scott County staff and volunteers, who will also be available to answer adoption‑related questions; donations encouraged; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. 156/Silence (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 156/Silence (6pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
LIVE MUSIC
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Christina Boyer & Logan McDaniel
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Christina Boyer & Logan McDaniel. Venue: Jennie's Boxcar.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Jennie's Boxcar.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fool House
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Fool House. Venue: Kilkenny's.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kilkenny's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lynn Allen
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Lynn Allen. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. One Country
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: One Country. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. TsuShiMaMiRe - We Are the Asteroid (7pm) - Late Night with Maggie (10pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Japanese all-female rock trio, featuring a set by We Are the Asteroid; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – Sunday, June 7, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Fool House: The Ultimate '90s Party
MUSIC Concerts
covering every iconic jam found on a burned mix CD, from NSYNC to Nirvana, Britney Spears to Blink-182, Missy Elliott to Nelly, Fool House brings dancing, full band musicianship and multimedia live, on stage in their "Millennium Tour"; $14.85 & up.
Venue: Daiquiri Factory - Davenport.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Daiquiri Factory - Davenport.
For more info visit www.ticketweb.com. Hieroglyphic Being - Samuel P.
MUSIC Concerts
Jamal Moss has been making music in Chicago under the moniker Hieroglyphic Being since 1994; his music is deeply rooted in the influential house and techno scenes of the city but also draws on the avant-garde and jazz; featuring a set by Samuel P.; $10-15; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Brandon Weigel and Mark Hestness (11am)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brandon Weigel and Mark Hestness (11am). Venue: Freight House Farmer's Market.
Sunday, June 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Freight House Farmer's Market.
Iowa Arts Festival Main Stage: Burlington Street Bluegrass Band (noon) - Simon Cropp & His All-Star Band (1:30pm) - Awful Purdies (3pm)
MUSIC Concerts
this year’s Main Stage lineup, sponsored by Iowa Health Care, brings a dynamic weekend of live music, featuring an exciting mix of local favorites and nationally recognized performers.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Sunday, June 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Nalani Proctor (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Nalani Proctor (2pm). Venue: Wide River Winery - Clinton.
Sunday, June 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Wide River Winery - Clinton.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ruby & Donovan (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ruby & Donovan (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, June 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard & Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night Life Band (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
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, June 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such legendary artists as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton, just to name a few; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Sunday, June 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Prince Birthday Celebration Concert (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Prince Birthday Celebration Concert (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, June 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Unique Vibrationz - The Lavender Project (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, June 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Execution Day - A Sense of Purpose - Wyvern - Soul Devour - Twist the Blade
MUSIC Concerts
Dynamic Talent International presents the rockers on their "The Misery Loves Company Tour"; $15-20; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Sunday, June 7, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. The Night People (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, June 8, 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, June 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. Prison City Brigade (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Prison City Brigade (6pm). Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, June 9, 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, June 9, 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, June 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dave Zollo and Brian Cooper (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: Fairmeadows Park.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Fairmeadows 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, June 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Dandelion Stompers - River Glen (5:30pm)
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, June 11, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.com. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Music on the Marquee
MUSIC Concerts
bring a lawn chair and enjoy an incredible array of talented performers, including Circa ’21 Bootleggers, cast members, and some local favorites as they entertain you in this special live outdoor concert event celebrating Circa ‘21’s 49th anniversary; 6pm gates, 7pm show, food and beverages available for purchase; $30-35; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Bugz Benson (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Bugz Benson (5pm). Venue: Wide River Winery - LeClaire.
Friday, June 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Wide River Winery - LeClaire.
Jason & John Experience (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Matt Fuller Band (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, June 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Big Begonias and The Feralings (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, June 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Fair Warning
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, June 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Juniper Street
MUSIC Concerts
the band performs the top hits of classic to contemporary rock music with select country songs; free in celebration of Rhythm City's 10th-anniversary weekend; for information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, June 12, 2026, 8:30 PM – Saturday, June 13, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
LIVE MUSIC
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, June 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Lynn Allen
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, June 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. The Recliners
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings series; free; for information, call 319-337-7944.
Venue: Riverfront Crossings Park.
Saturday, June 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Riverfront Crossings Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Arch Allies
MUSIC Concerts
a timeless tribute centered around making classic rock sing-alongs with dynamic vocals, huge guitars, dashing keyboards and powerful drums; free concert to celebrate the venue's 10-year anniversary; for information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, June 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Pink'd
MUSIC Concerts
the ultimate tribute to pop/rock icon, P!NK, delivering an electrifying, high-energy performance that brings the
hits, the attitude, and the musician's unforgettable experience to the stage; free in celebration of Rhythm City's 10th-anniversary weekend; for information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, June 13, 2026, 8:30 PM – Sunday, June 14, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Royal Pop (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (1pm). Venue: Edison's Gastropub.
Sunday, June 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Edison's Gastropub.
Yacht Rock Sunday (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Yacht Rock Sunday (2pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Sunday, June 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Chloe Kimes - Weary Ramblers (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, June 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wiley Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Crooked Cactus (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, June 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Moline Township Activity Center.
For more info visit www.molinetownship.com. The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
MUSIC Concerts
the present Glenn Miller Orchestra has been touring since its formation in 1956, playing an average of 300 live dates a year all around the world; featuring Erik Stabnau as musical director, with vocalist Jenny Swoish; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9372.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Monday, June 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org. 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, June 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. Open Jam Night w/ Michael Pepping (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Michael Pepping (6pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, June 16, 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, June 16, 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, June 17, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Night People (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Iowa Hall of Fame band from the 1970s; 5pm doors, 5:30pm music; $5.
Event Title: The Night People (5:30pm). Venue: Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Elks Lodge #298.
The Soft & Low (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: S.T. Morrison Park.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
S.T. Morrison 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, June 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm). Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, June 18, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
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, June 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Ron Tegeler Jazz Trio (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Jazz Trio (6pm). Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
Thursday, June 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, June 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ron Tegeler Solo Acoustic Guitar (6pm). Venue: R Bar.
Friday, June 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
R Bar.
For more info visit rontegeler.com. DJ Animosity and CJ Parker Band (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, June 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit www.summerofthearts.org. Eletric Cars - Tragic Blonde Vacation
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, June 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Pat Foley (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Pat Foley (4pm). Venue: Jerry's - LeClaire.
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Jerry's - LeClaire.
Jim Ryan (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim Ryan (6pm). Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
Burlesque Roulette Karaoke
LIVE MUSIC
on Saturdays; you sing, we dance.
Event Title: Burlesque Roulette Karaoke. Venue: Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ecdysiast Arts Museum.
For more info visit www.ecdysiastartsmuseum.com. Heads In Motion
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, June 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Knox-Galesburg Symphony: Silver Screen Symphony
MUSIC Concerts
under the baton of guest conductor Richard Cangro, the symphony brings the magic of the movies to life in Silver Screen Symphony. This cinematic celebration will feature thrilling selections from iconic film scores; expect unforgettable music by legendary composers such as John Williams, Lalo Schifrin, and more; $20-30; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Dickie - The Tanya English Band
MUSIC Concerts
a night of Americana rock and blues; $15-18; for information, call 309-506-4924.
Venue: RIBCO.
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit www.ribco.com.