06 Oct 2026

Sam Bush, October 16

By Reader Staff

Having been inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame twice this decade – first as a member of New Grass Revival in 2020, and then as a solo artist in 2023 – Grammy-winning string player Sam Bush headlines an October 16 concert event at Maquoketa's Codfish Hollow Barn, the mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and guitar musician widely lauded as an originator of progressive bluegrass music.

06 Oct 2026

“The Dolly Show,” October 22

By Reader Staff

With the concert event celebrating the internationally beloved musician who passed away this past August 25, the touring spectacular The Dolly Show comes to Galesburg's Orpheum Theatre on October 22, the stage treat paying tribute to the nearly 60-year career of Parton, whose extensive list of credits includes the release of 49 studio albums and more than 3,000 songs.

06 Oct 2026

“Joseph Hall's Elvis: Reflections of the King,” October 17

By Reader Staff

Covering more than 20 years of the artist's musical career and recognized by Graceland as one of the top Presley tribute acts in the world, Joseph Hall brings his touring sensation Elvis: Reflections of the King to Maquoketa's Ohnward Fine Arts Center on October 17, this salute to the King of Rock 'n' Roll led by the nationally lauded artist and a former competitor on America's Got Talent.

06 Oct 2026

Local Music vs. the Jive: Subatlantic, Camp Regret, and Liv Carrow, at the Redstone Room at Common Chord on October 22

By Loren Thacher

Subatlantic is playing the new downstairs Redstone Room at Davenport's Common Chord on Thursday, October 22. Drummer Phil Pracht was obliging enough to offer some thoughts on the venue and the other musicians on the bill.

30 Sep 2026

Philip Bergman, October 14

By Reader Staff

Performing an eclectic series of pieces ranging from a Bach suite to works from the early 20th and 21st centuries, lauded cellist Philip Bergman enjoys a showcase concert at Davenport's Deanery School of Music on October 14, this artist the principal cellist with Orchestra Iowa and the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra and proud former student of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra's Hannah Holman.

29 Sep 2026

The Black Jacket Symphony: “Led Zeppelin IV,” October 15

By Reader Staff

Performing, in its entirety, the timeless recording that Q magazine named the 26th-greatest British album of all time, the touring artists of The Black Jacket Symphony return to Davenport's Capitol for their stage rendition of Led Zeppelin IV, this October 15 event treating fans to a stunning rock concert whose inspiration received the Grammy Hall of Fame Award and introduced to world to "Stairway to Heaven."

29 Sep 2026

Crazy Train: America's Ozzy Tribute, October 15

By Reader Staff

Hosted by acclaimed impersonator Vinny Cormier and supported by a Berklee-level crew that includes his son Dylan on guitar, the touring sensation Crazy Train: America's Ozzy Tribute comes to Galesburg's Orpheum Theatre on October 15, delivering a captivating show that boasts all of the Prince of Darkness' noteworthy hits from "Sabbath" to "Patient #9."

30 Sep 2026

“A Broadway Cabaret with John Cariani,” October 2

By Reader Staff

On October 2, a Tony- and Grammy-nominated actor and playwright will headline a night of stage-musical hits in A Broadway Cabaret with John Cariani, this special event at the University of Dubuque's Heritage Center also performed by gifted students from the university and area high schools.

29 Sep 2026

“The Sweet Caroline Tour Starring Jay White,” October 9

By Reader Staff

Boasting more than 10,000 worldwide performances and featured on Entertainment Tonight and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, touring tribute artist Jay White brings his Sweet Caroline Tour to Davenport's Adler Theatre on October 9, this stage celebration of Neil Diamond including thrilling renditions of such classics as "Cracklin’ Rosie," "Cherry, Cherry," "Kentucky Woman," "Shilo," "Solitary Man," "Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show," and "Forever in Blue Jeans."

29 Sep 2026

Sara Evans, October 9

By Reader Staff

With her remarkable career boasting accolades from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association, plus more than 6 million albums sold, acclaimed singer/songwriter Sara Evans brings her national tour to Davenport's Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center on October 9, her credits including an ACM Award for Top Female Vocalist and 2023 induction into the Grand Ole Opry.

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