Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Skin Kandy (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Skin Kandy (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Deslondes - Sabine McCalla (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the New Orleans-based group blends influences from folk, rock 'n' roll, bluegrass, R&B, American roots music, blues, gospel, country, and zydeco, featuring a set by Sabine McCalla; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Steve Grismore Trio (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring your lawn chairs and enjoy live music in an intimate setting in our beautiful area parks and other locations around the Iowa City area; free.
Venue: City Park.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
City Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. The Awful Purdies (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council's Summer Concert Series; original songs, beautiful instrumentals on guitar, bass, banjo, cello, and accordion, and multiple harmonies; seating available, lawn chairs welcome; free; for information, call Monica Leo at 319-627-2487 or email monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Venue: Ron-de-Voo Park.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ron-de-Voo Park.
Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
LIVE MUSIC
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. King in Concert: Victor Trevino as Elvis
MUSIC Concerts
Presley tribute featuring the 2022 winner of Graceland’s Ultimate Elvis Competition; 11:45am doors, noon lunch, 1pm show; 5:45pm doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; $65-70; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
for information, call 309-848-9047.
Event Title: Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Joseph Lee (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
with Guad Truck food truck and the Afterimages pop-up shop.
Event Title: Joseph Lee (6pm). Venue: Jimmie O's Saloon.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Jimmie O's Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Music on the Avenue: Spoiler Alert (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Music on the Avenue: Spoiler Alert (6pm). Venue: Downtown Clinton.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown Clinton.
Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Michael Cera Palin - Stars Hollow - Arcadia Grey (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the touring alternative/indie rockers, featuring sets by Stars Hollow and Arcadia Grey; $23.81.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Incredible 45's (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
an event in the 2025 Concert in the Park Series; 5pm food stands, 6:30pm concert; bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Event Title: Incredible 45's (6:30pm). Venue: Kewanee Veterans Park Gazebo.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kewanee Veterans Park Gazebo.
Pat Foley (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Pat Foley (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Nuclear Plowboys (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the 2025 Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs and blankets; you are welcome to bring your own food and drink, and food trucks will be on site for select concerts; in the case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved inside the library; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Faye's Field.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Faye's Field.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Angela Meyer & Nicole Dean
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer & Nicole Dean. Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
Tug Fest LeClaire: Press Record
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest LeClaire: Press Record. Venue: LeClaire Levee.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
LeClaire Levee.
For more info visit tugfest.com. John Resch & Doggin’ Out
MUSIC Concerts
free; performance in the annual Summer Concert series; bring lawn chairs; food and drink available for purchase; no outside alcohol.
Venue: Bass Street Landing Plaza.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bass Street Landing Plaza.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. The King in Concert: Victor Trevino as Elvis
MUSIC Concerts
Presley tribute featuring the 2022 winner of Graceland’s Ultimate Elvis Competition; 11:45am doors, noon lunch, 1pm show; 5:45pm doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; $65-70; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo. Venue: Racers Edge.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Racers Edge.
Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Tug Fest Port Byron: Eva Kendall (8pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest Port Byron: Eva Kendall (8pm). Venue: Port Byron Levee.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Port Byron Levee.
For more info visit www.tugfest.org. Grupo Fantasia Musical
MUSIC Concerts
an event in Mercado on Fifth's Summer Concert series; free.
Venue: Mercado on Fifth.
Friday, August 8, 2025.
Mercado on Fifth.
For more info visit www.mercadoonfifth.org. QC Balloon Festival: CraZy Ex (4:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: QC Balloon Festival: CraZy Ex (4:30pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort.
For more info visit quadcitiesballoonfestival.com. Jumbies (5pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Live @ Five Summer Concert Series; we recommend bringing your own chair; no outside beverages; outside food welcome; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Gray Wolf Band (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Gray Wolf Band (6pm). Venue: Ardon Creek Winery.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ardon Creek Winery.
John Resch & Doggin' Out (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: John Resch & Doggin' Out (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Carson Parker Trio - Kiersten Conway Quartet (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Rabbit Hole
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: Winning Wheels.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Winning Wheels.
Fair Warning
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Jill Andrews - Matt Van
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the indie-folk singer/songwriter based in Nashville, featuring a set by Matt Van; $23.81.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Sound in Space w/ Daniel P.
MUSIC Concerts
enjoy an evening of Samuel pulling from his record collection; he'll be focusing on Midwest gems collected mainly from Chicago and Detroit record shops; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Joytrip - Joel Sires - One More Hour
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Joytrip - Joel Sires - One More Hour. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Molly Conrad
LIVE MUSIC
There did seem to be a mixed response to the use of cigarettes during Friday’s performance, but when the actors first lit up on stage and smoke filled the auditorium, at least one vocal gentleman behind me affectionately grumbled, “Hmph … that takes me back.”.
Event Title: Molly Conrad. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Semi-Charmed
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Semi-Charmed. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tug Fest LeClaire: Dirt Road Rockers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest LeClaire: Dirt Road Rockers. Venue: LeClaire Levee.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
LeClaire Levee.
For more info visit tugfest.com. Krista Lynn Meadow
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Krista Lynn Meadow. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers. Venue: The Gardens.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
The Gardens.
For more info visit www.quadcitieskaraokechampionship.com. Tug Fest Port Byron: Radio Fighter Pilots (9pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest Port Byron: Radio Fighter Pilots (9pm). Venue: Port Byron Levee.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Port Byron Levee.
For more info visit www.tugfest.org. J. Carmichael
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the songwriter, performer, arranger, and producer whose solo performances include guitar, mandolin, mandocello, and a variety of related instruments.
Event Title: J. Carmichael. Venue: AlleyCat.
Saturday, August 9, 2025.
AlleyCat.
For more info visit jcarmichaelmusic.com. Tug Fest Port Byron: Aaron Voss (3:30pm) - Fair Warning (5:30pm) - Chicago Farmer & the Field Notes (9pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest Port Byron: Aaron Voss (3:30pm) - Fair Warning (5:30pm) - Chicago Farmer & the Field Notes (9pm). Venue: Port Byron Levee.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Port Byron Levee.
For more info visit www.tugfest.org. Clash in the Corn: Battle of the Bands (4pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the ultimate underground battle of the bands hosted by Punk in the Corn LLC; this is your shot to earn a spot on a massive festival stage, in front of thousands, and prove your band has what it takes to turn heads and blow speakers; $10.
Venue: Front Street Brewery.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Front Street Brewery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. QC Balloon Festival: CraZy Ex (4:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: QC Balloon Festival: CraZy Ex (4:30pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort.
For more info visit quadcitiesballoonfestival.com. WD Duo (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: WD Duo (5:30pm). Venue: FINN'S GRILL.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
FINN'S GRILL.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Karaoke Night (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Karaoke Night (6pm). Venue: Rock Island Eagles Club.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rock Island Eagles Club.
Tug Fest LeClaire: Impossible Wonder (6pm) - 7 Ark (6:40pm) - Big Hair Mafia (9pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest LeClaire: Impossible Wonder (6pm) - 7 Ark (6:40pm) - Big Hair Mafia (9pm). Venue: LeClaire Levee.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
LeClaire Levee.
For more info visit tugfest.com. Northside Saturday Nights: The Fabulous Trutones (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
curated by rhe Englert Theatre and sponsored by Hills Bank, Suzanne Stock, and Urban Acres, this free music series promises to ignite the Northside community with outdoor performances from talented local artists; grab a seat at any of the available tables on the Northside Outside street or bring your own chairs; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Ice Nine Kills - Dayseeker - Kim Dracula - The Funeral Portrait (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an evening with the metal rockers on their "Hell of a Summer Tour," featuring sets by Dayseeker, Kim Dracula, and The Funeral Portrait; $74.65.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. 3 Mile High
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 3 Mile High. Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Toxic Blonde
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Toxic Blonde. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 80's Ladies
MUSIC Concerts
a family-friendly concert in the Big 9 Concert Series is presented by the City of Davenport and Common Chord, with special thanks to the Regional Development Authority for their support; bring chairs; free; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. BTDT
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Lady Igraine - Night School
MUSIC Concerts
progressive rockers perform in the Big 9 Series; bring lawn chairs; free; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Molly Conrad
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the singer/songwriter from Bettendorf, now based in Buffalo; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Robert Cray Band
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the blues guitarist and singer who has won five Grammy Awards; $45-160.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Eva & Aaron
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn chairs or blankets; food truck on site; free.
Venue: Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Code 415
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: Riverside Grille.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – Sunday, August 10, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Grille.
Ed Pruis
LIVE MUSIC
There did seem to be a mixed response to the use of cigarettes during Friday’s performance, but when the actors first lit up on stage and smoke filled the auditorium, at least one vocal gentleman behind me affectionately grumbled, “Hmph … that takes me back.”.
Event Title: Ed Pruis. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo. Venue: Veterans Memorial Park Bandshell.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Veterans Memorial Park Bandshell.
Mungion - Fishbait
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Mungion - Fishbait. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Nuclear Plowboys
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Nuclear Plowboys. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Stephan Haluska / Adam Shead Duo
MUSIC Concerts
percussionist Shead and harpist Haluska form an inventive duo that explores the outer edges of sound through improvisation and experimental music; free, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Hap Hazard
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Hap Hazard. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:30 PM – Sunday, August 10, 2025, 12:00 AM.
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.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:30 PM – Sunday, August 10, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Keith Hentrich and Greg Sullivan (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Keith Hentrich and Greg Sullivan (2pm). Venue: Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Identity Crisis (2pm)
MUSIC Concerts
enjoy drinks and live local bands on the Lakeside Patio in this event in the summer-concert series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Buddy Olson (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Buddy Olson (3pm). Venue: Ducky's Lagoon.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Ducky's Lagoon.
Active Adult & Senior Summertime Dance w/ The Wild Side (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
coffee and snacks begin at 4pm with music and dancing to follow; bring cookies or treats to share (optional); free.
Event Title: Active Adult & Senior Summertime Dance w/ The Wild Side (4pm). Venue: Geneseo Community Center.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Geneseo Community Center.
Royal Pop (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Blackstones (5pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available, no coolers.
Venue: Runner's Park.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Runner's Park.
Moscow Puzzles - Slacker - Mazu
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Moscow Puzzles - Slacker - Mazu. Venue: Gabe's.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jaik Willis (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the Tunes in Town summer series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available.
Venue: Downtown DeWitt.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown DeWitt.
The Central - Birth Order - Blist Her - If I Could Just Get Some Sleep (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Wisconsin-based experimental grind rockers, featuring sets by Birth Order, Blist Her, and If I Could Just Get Some Sleep; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tony John & the Flatland Stringband (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tony John & the Flatland Stringband (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kerak (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring your lawn chairs and enjoy live music in an intimate setting in our beautiful area parks and other locations around the Iowa City area; free.
Venue: Cardigan Park.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Cardigan Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. The Tanya English Band (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council's Summer Concert Series; jazz and blues; seating available, lawn chairs welcome; free; for information, call Monica Leo at 319-627-2487 or email monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Venue: Ron-de-Voo Park.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ron-de-Voo Park.
Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
LIVE MUSIC
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers. Venue: Broken Saddle.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 9:00 PM – Thursday, August 14, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Broken Saddle.
For more info visit www.quadcitieskaraokechampionship.com. Arts Alley Block Party: Siri Lorece (5pm) - Silent Disco (8:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Arts Alley Block Party: Siri Lorece (5pm) - Silent Disco (8:30pm). Venue: Arts Alley.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Arts Alley.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Alexa Mueller Acoustic (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Alexa Mueller Acoustic (6pm). Venue: Pints.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Pints.
Doug Brundies (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
with Schaab's Street Eats food truck and the KT Permanent Jewelry pop-up shop.
Event Title: Doug Brundies (6pm). Venue: Jimmie O's Saloon.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Jimmie O's Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Music on the Avenue: Jaci & the Juice (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Music on the Avenue: Jaci & the Juice (6pm). Venue: Downtown Clinton.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown Clinton.
Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
The Warehouse Project (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Warehouse Project (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. West MacQueen Street Band (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
an event in the 2025 Concert in the Park Series; 5pm food stands, 6:30pm concert; bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Event Title: West MacQueen Street Band (6:30pm). Venue: Kewanee Veterans Park Gazebo.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kewanee Veterans Park Gazebo.
10 of Soul (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the 2025 Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs and blankets; you are welcome to bring your own food and drink, and food trucks will be on site for select concerts; in the case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved inside the library; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Faye's Field.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Faye's Field.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. New Breed Brass Band
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: New Breed Brass Band. Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Crooked Cactus
MUSIC Concerts
free; performance in the annual Summer Concert series; bring lawn chairs; food and drink available for purchase; no outside alcohol.
Venue: Bass Street Landing Plaza.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bass Street Landing Plaza.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. 7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience
MUSIC Concerts
the tribute musicians deliver a tour de force of talent, combining incredible musicianship, vocal precision and a stage presence that has garnered them nationwide acclaim; cabaret menu available for purchase; $45; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo. Venue: Racers Edge.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Racers Edge.
Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Grupo Estilo Versatil
MUSIC Concerts
an event in Mercado on Fifth's Summer Concert series; free.
Venue: Mercado on Fifth.
Friday, August 15, 2025.
Mercado on Fifth.
For more info visit www.mercadoonfifth.org. Wolfskill & the Wild (4pm) - Right Outside (7pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wolfskill & the Wild (4pm) - Right Outside (7pm). Venue: UP Skybar & Lounge.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
UP Skybar & Lounge.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. ZED (4pm) - Terra Lightfoot (6pm) - Parrotfish (8pm) - Me Like Bees (11pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: ZED (4pm) - Terra Lightfoot (6pm) - Parrotfish (8pm) - Me Like Bees (11pm). Venue: Stompbox Brewing.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:00 AM.
Stompbox Brewing.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Right Outside (4:30pm) - Wolfskill & the Wild (7pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Right Outside (4:30pm) - Wolfskill & the Wild (7pm). Venue: Cafe San Lorenzo.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Cafe San Lorenzo.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Parrotfish (5pm) - King of the Weirdos (7pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Parrotfish (5pm) - King of the Weirdos (7pm). Venue: Front Street Brewery.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Front Street Brewery.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. The Avey Grouws Band (5:30pm) - Logan Springer & the Wonderfully Wild (7:30pm) - American Devil Sound (9:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Avey Grouws Band (5:30pm) - Logan Springer & the Wonderfully Wild (7:30pm) - American Devil Sound (9:30pm). Venue: Kaiserslautern Square.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Kaiserslautern Square.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Alternating Currents Block Party w/ Heads in Motion (5pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Live @ Five Summer Concert Series; we recommend bringing your own chair; no outside beverages; outside food welcome; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Tim Stop (5:30pm) - The Kickback (11:59pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tim Stop (5:30pm) - The Kickback (11:59pm). Venue: Great River Brewery.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 2:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Quad Cities Karaoke Championship (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Karaoke Championship (6pm). Venue: Encore at the Roycroft.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Encore at the Roycroft.
For more info visit www.quadcitieskaraokechampionship.com. The Kickback (6pm) - pure xtc (9:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Kickback (6pm) - pure xtc (9:30pm). Venue: Armored Gardens.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Armored Gardens.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Me Like Bees (6:30pm) - Avey Grouws Band (9pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Me Like Bees (6:30pm) - Avey Grouws Band (9pm). Venue: Mississippi River Distilling Company Downtown Lounge.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Mississippi River Distilling Company Downtown Lounge.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. pure xtc (6:30pm) - ZED (9:30pm) - King of the Weirdos (11:59pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: pure xtc (6:30pm) - ZED (9:30pm) - King of the Weirdos (11:59pm). Venue: Mac's Tavern.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 2:00 AM.
Mac's Tavern.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Big Begonias - The Feralings (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Bowman, Pickney, & Evans
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Bowman, Pickney, & Evans. Venue: The V'ue.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The V'ue.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Vodka Boys
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Vodka Boys. Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bucktown Americana Music Show
MUSIC Concerts
free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rock Island Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Semi-Charmed
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. The Back Alley
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Back Alley. Venue: Daiquiri Factory - Davenport.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Daiquiri Factory - Davenport.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Ear Hustle Live!
MUSIC Concerts
join co-hosts and co-creators Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods live on stage as they share stories from inside and outside prison, accompanied by beloved musicians from the acclaimed podcast; $18-42.50; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Blankslate - Mars Hojilla - Early Girl
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Blankslate - Mars Hojilla - Early Girl. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Gray Wolf Band
LIVE MUSIC
playing for Summer Fest.
Event Title: Gray Wolf Band. Venue: Downtown Wilton.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Downtown Wilton.
John Cole Born
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: John Cole Born. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tim Stop (8pm) - The Back Alley (11pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tim Stop (8pm) - The Back Alley (11pm). Venue: The Last Picture House.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:00 AM.
The Last Picture House.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Hembree (8pm) - Post Sex Nachos (9:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the Los Angeles- and Nashville-based indie rockers perform in the Alternating Currents festival; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Tracy Lawrence
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the chart-topping, multi-platinum-selling country singer/songwriter; $31-76; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Aces & Eights
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Aces & Eights. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. CJ Ryder & the Past Masters
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: CJ Ryder & the Past Masters. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Terra Lightfoot (8:30pm) - Logan Springer & the Wonderfully Wild (10:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Terra Lightfoot (8:30pm) - Logan Springer & the Wonderfully Wild (10:30pm). Venue: Micky's Irish Pub.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:30 AM.
Micky's Irish Pub.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers. Venue: Pints.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 9:00 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Pints.
For more info visit www.quadcitieskaraokechampionship.com. Silent Disco: DJ Bryan Lee - DJ Woodlake - DJ Voldberg
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Silent Disco: DJ Bryan Lee - DJ Woodlake - DJ Voldberg. Venue: Davenport SkyBridge.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Davenport SkyBridge.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Lauren Lovelle & the Midnight Spliffs (9:30pm) - Hembree (11pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Lauren Lovelle & the Midnight Spliffs (9:30pm) - Hembree (11pm). Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 9:30 PM – Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:00 AM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Abbie Sawyer (10am) - Eva kendall (11:30am) - Sun Centauri (1pm) - River Glen (2:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Abbie Sawyer (10am) - Eva kendall (11:30am) - Sun Centauri (1pm) - River Glen (2:30pm). Venue: Made Indie Market.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Made Indie Market.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Quad Cities Karaoke Championship: Junior Edition (10am) - Andrew Jacob & Lisa Lyn (4pm) - Chris Gesler (5:15pm) - Halfway Homeless (7pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Karaoke Championship: Junior Edition (10am) - Andrew Jacob & Lisa Lyn (4pm) - Chris Gesler (5:15pm) - Halfway Homeless (7pm). Venue: Freight House.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Freight House.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. The Swampland Jewels (11am) - Barefoot & Sunshine (12:30pm) - John Resch & Doggin' Out (2pm) - Siri Lorece (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Swampland Jewels (11am) - Barefoot & Sunshine (12:30pm) - John Resch & Doggin' Out (2pm) - Siri Lorece (4pm). Venue: MLK Park.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
MLK Park.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. The Textures (11am) - Jerm Theory (1:30pm) - Katie & the Honky Tonks (4:30pm) - The Thing with Feathers (7:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Textures (11am) - Jerm Theory (1:30pm) - Katie & the Honky Tonks (4:30pm) - The Thing with Feathers (7:30pm). Venue: Front Street Brewery.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM.
Front Street Brewery.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Katie & the Honky Tonks (noon) - Lady Igraine (3:30pm) - The Wonderlands (11pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Katie & the Honky Tonks (noon) - Lady Igraine (3:30pm) - The Wonderlands (11pm). Venue: Great River Brewery.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – Sunday, August 17, 2025, 1:00 AM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Abbie Sawyer (12:30pm) - Beeson (3:30pm) - Joel Sires (7:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Abbie Sawyer (12:30pm) - Beeson (3:30pm) - Joel Sires (7:30pm). Venue: Daiquiri Factory - Davenport.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Daiquiri Factory - Davenport.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Alborn (12:30pm) - Camp Regret (3pm) - Jerm Theory (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Alborn (12:30pm) - Camp Regret (3pm) - Jerm Theory (5pm). Venue: Kaiserslautern Square.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Kaiserslautern Square.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Lady Igraine (12:30pm) - Guilty Boys (3pm) - Alborn (6:30pm) - Running Man (9:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Lady Igraine (12:30pm) - Guilty Boys (3pm) - Alborn (6:30pm) - Running Man (9:30pm). Venue: Stompbox Brewing.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 12:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Stompbox Brewing.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. NCU (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: NCU (1pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Joel Sires (1:30pm) - The Swampland (6pm) - THOT Squad (11:59pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Joel Sires (1:30pm) - The Swampland (6pm) - THOT Squad (11:59pm). Venue: Mac's Tavern.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:30 PM – Sunday, August 17, 2025, 2:00 AM.
Mac's Tavern.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. OTNES (1:30pm) - The Thing with Feathers (4pm) - Beeson (6:30pm) - Siri Lorece (9pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: OTNES (1:30pm) - The Thing with Feathers (4pm) - Beeson (6:30pm) - Siri Lorece (9pm). Venue: Armored Gardens.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Armored Gardens.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Travis Housette (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Travis Housette (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dickie (2:30pm) - THOT Squad (5:30pm) - Gully Boys (8:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Dickie (2:30pm) - THOT Squad (5:30pm) - Gully Boys (8:30pm). Venue: Mississippi River Distilling Company Downtown Lounge.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Mississippi River Distilling Company Downtown Lounge.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Angela Meyer (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer (3pm). Venue: Wide River Winery Tasting Room - Village of East Davenport.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Wide River Winery Tasting Room - Village of East Davenport.
The Sean McKee Band (4pm) - Jon Stickley Trio (6:30pm) - Terrapin Flyer (9pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the blues, bluegrass, and indie-rock musicians perform in the Alternating Currents festival; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. The Textures (4:30pm) - The Wonderlands (7pm) - Camp Regret (11:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Textures (4:30pm) - The Wonderlands (7pm) - Camp Regret (11:30pm). Venue: Micky's Irish Pub.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 4:30 PM – Sunday, August 17, 2025, 1:30 AM.
Micky's Irish Pub.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Barefoot & Sunshine (5:30pm) - River Glen (7pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Barefoot & Sunshine (5:30pm) - River Glen (7pm). Venue: Cafe San Lorenzo.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Cafe San Lorenzo.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Eva Kendall (5:30pm) - Sun Centauri (8pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Eva Kendall (5:30pm) - Sun Centauri (8pm). Venue: UP Skybar & Lounge.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
UP Skybar & Lounge.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Patrick Moore (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Patrick Moore (5:30pm). Venue: FINN'S GRILL.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
FINN'S GRILL.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Guilty of Treason - Post AD - 12 Gauge Autopsy - Crimson Temple - Funky Fetus
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Guilty of Treason - Post AD - 12 Gauge Autopsy - Crimson Temple - Funky Fetus. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Joseph Lee (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Joseph Lee (6pm). Venue: Rock Island Eagles Club.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rock Island Eagles Club.
Super 88 (6pm) - The Golden Fleece (7pm) - Lark's Tongue (8pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Super 88 (6pm) - The Golden Fleece (7pm) - Lark's Tongue (8pm). Venue: Ragged Records & Trash Can Annie.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Ragged Records & Trash Can Annie.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Northside Saturday Nights: Kristina Marie Castañeda (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
curated by rhe Englert Theatre and sponsored by Hills Bank, Suzanne Stock, and Urban Acres, this free music series promises to ignite the Northside community with outdoor performances from talented local artists; grab a seat at any of the available tables on the Northside Outside street or bring your own chairs; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Motley Scrue - Got Your Six (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Motley Scrue - Got Your Six (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. James Tutson & the Rollback (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
presented by Summer of the Arts; attendees can enjoy outstanding music while experiencing the expansive outdoor space and natural beauty of the park; Riverfront Crossings Park features a one-of-a-kind playground for families, while preserving the native flora; the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department will continue to provide family-friendly activities at the park during each concert; food will be available for purchase during the events and Big Grove Brewery will serve as the exclusive beverage provider for the series, offering a selection of craft beverages for attendees 21 and older; free.
Venue: Riverfront Crossings Park.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Riverfront Crossings Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Class of ’82: '80s New Wave Tribute Band
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Dani Lynn Howe Band
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn chairs or blankets; food truck on site; free.
Venue: Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Quad City Bank & Trust Riverfront Pops: Chicago & More!
MUSIC Concerts
rock out as we celebrate the unforgettable hits of the iconic ’70s horn bands featuring show-stopping classics such as “Spinning Wheel,” “Boogie Wonderland,” and “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?”; this spectacular event closes with our traditional renditions of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and Sousa’s Stars and Stripes Forever set to a brilliant fireworks display; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit qcso.org. Emily How (8pm) - moony (10:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Emily How (8pm) - moony (10:30pm). Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 8:00 PM – Sunday, August 17, 2025, 12:30 AM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. OTNES (8pm) - Dickie (10pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: OTNES (8pm) - Dickie (10pm). Venue: The Last Picture House.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 8:00 PM – Sunday, August 17, 2025, 12:00 AM.
The Last Picture House.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Aces & Eights
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Aces & Eights. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 8:30 PM – Sunday, August 17, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Crooked Cactus
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Crooked Cactus. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 8:30 PM – Sunday, August 17, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Silent Disco: DJ Shane Brown - DJ Sean Tripp - Discoletariat
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Silent Disco: DJ Shane Brown - DJ Sean Tripp - Discoletariat. Venue: Davenport SkyBridge.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Davenport SkyBridge.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. The Memphis Dives (12:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Memphis Dives (12:30pm). Venue: Steve's Old Time Tap.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Steve's Old Time Tap.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. Angela Meyer (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer (1pm). Venue: Old Oaks Winery.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Old Oaks Winery.
The Night Life Band (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
country music and dancing; $7/person.
Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Tim Gleason Duo (2pm)
MUSIC Concerts
enjoy drinks and live local bands on the Lakeside Patio in this event in the summer-concert series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Buddy Olson (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Buddy Olson (3pm). Venue: Ducky's Lagoon.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Ducky's Lagoon.
Kurt Allen Band (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
$10.
Event Title: Kurt Allen Band (3pm). Venue: Moline Viking Club.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Moline Viking Club.
Deep Dive (3:30pm) - Subatlantic (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Deep Dive (3:30pm) - Subatlantic (5pm). Venue: Quad City Botanical Center.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Quad City Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com. 3 Way Radio (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 3 Way Radio (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rabbit Hole (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rabbit Hole (4pm). Venue: Parkside Grill & Lounge.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Parkside Grill & Lounge.
Smooth Groove (5pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available, no coolers.
Venue: Runner's Park.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Runner's Park.
The Queers - The Jasons - Nonnie Parry (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Queers - The Jasons - Nonnie Parry (6pm). Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Latter - thisworldisnotkind - Everlasting Light (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Chicago-based experimental-noise rock project featuring sets by thisworldisnotkind and Everlasting Light; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers. Venue: Gatsby Cocktail Lounge.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gatsby Cocktail Lounge.
For more info visit www.quadcitieskaraokechampionship.com. Jason Scott & the High Heat (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Oklahoma-based roots, rock, and country singer/songwriter and his ensemble; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Jimmy Welty Band (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the Tunes in Town summer series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available.
Venue: Downtown DeWitt.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown DeWitt.
Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Teddy & the Rough Riders (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Nashville-based rockers; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. 3 Door Coupe (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 3 Door Coupe (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Flash in a Pan (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council's Summer Concert Series; lively foot-tapping bluegrass.; seating available, lawn chairs welcome; free; for information, call Monica Leo at 319-627-2487 or email monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Venue: Ron-de-Voo Park.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ron-de-Voo Park.
The Feralings (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring your lawn chairs and enjoy live music in an intimate setting in our beautiful area parks and other locations around the Iowa City area; free.
Venue: Emma J. Harvat Square Park.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Emma J. Harvat Square Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
LIVE MUSIC
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
for information, call 309-848-9047.
Event Title: Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Brad Shryack (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brad Shryack (6pm). Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. John Cole Born (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
with Guad Truck food truck.
Event Title: John Cole Born (6pm). Venue: Jimmie O's Saloon.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Jimmie O's Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Angela Meyer (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
event in the Music in the Park series.
Event Title: Angela Meyer (6:30pm). Venue: Wapsi-Ana Park.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wapsi-Ana Park.
QCA KnightZ (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: QCA KnightZ (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tommy T & the T-Bones (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
an event in the 2025 Concert in the Park Series; 5pm food stands, 6:30pm concert; bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Event Title: Tommy T & the T-Bones (6:30pm). Venue: Kewanee Veterans Park Gazebo.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kewanee Veterans Park Gazebo.
Class of '82
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Thursday Night Groove Concert Series; concessions and food starting at 5pm.
Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo. Venue: Racers Edge.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Racers Edge.
Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Flatland Cavalry
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the country and Americana band from Lubbock, Texas on their "Flatland Forever(more) Tour"; $24-140.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com.