MOLINE, ILLINOIS (May 19, 2026) — Downtown Moline’s popular Chillin’ in the Courtyard concert series returns for summer 2026 with four evenings of live music, cold drinks and laid-back Saturday nights in the heart of downtown.
Held at the Historic Block Courtyard, the free, all-ages series brings together regional talent, local flavor and a true summer atmosphere downtown. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, gather friends and settle in for evenings filled with live music, food, drinks and community.
Concerts take place at the Historic Block Courtyard, 1520 River Drive in downtown Moline, located between The River House and Dead Poet's Espresso Ltd. Limited seating will be available courtesy of Simply Amish Interiors.
Each concert evening begins with an opening act from 5–5:50 p.m., followed by the featured performance 6–8:30PM.
2026 Chillin’ in the Courtyard Lineup
Saturday, June 13
Headliner: Monica Austin
Opening Act: Patrick Moore
A Moline native and award-winning country performer known for powerhouse vocals and heartfelt storytelling, Monica Austin has shared stages with artists including Carly Pearce, Travis Tritt, and Wynonna Judd.
Saturday, July 11
Headliner: Paxton’s Top Shelf Trio
Opening Act: John Born
Special Performance at 4PM: Conquest Drum and Bugle Corps
Paxton’s Top Shelf Trio delivers a high-level blues performance featuring deep grooves, strong musicianship, and a tight rhythm section built for true live music fans.
Saturday, August 8
Headliner: Wicked Liz and the Bellyswirls
Opening Act: Ryan Bizarri
A Midwest favorite with more than 1,200 performances to its name, Wicked Liz and the Bellyswirls was inducted into the Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association Hall of Fame in 2025 and continues to bring decades of pop-rock Americana energy to the stage.
Saturday, September 12
Headliner: Dani Lynn Howe Band
Opening Act: Mo Carter
Known as one of the Midwest’s most versatile live bands, Dani Lynn Howe Band performs everything from classic country and rock to pop hits spanning multiple decades.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the series from downtown favorites including Bad Boyz Pizza and Pub, Dead Poet's Espresso Ltd, The River House, Bent River Brewing Company, Pour Bros Craft Taproom Moline, and Sins Tavern.
Whether attendees come for the music, the atmosphere or simply a night out downtown, Chillin’ in the Courtyard continues to be one of Moline’s favorite summer traditions.
For additional information and updates, visit Moline Centre or follow the Moline Centre Facebook page.
About the Moline Centre Program
The Moline Centre Program is administered by Renew Moline Inc in coordination with the City of Moline to support the downtown business community, develop the business base, and enhance the visitor experience in historic and vibrant downtown Moline Centre.
About Renew Moline
Renew Moline Inc is the non-profit economic development entity planning for the future, facilitating development, connecting resources and people, and advocating for public policies and programs for the benefit of downtown Moline, Illinois.
