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A man in a leather jacket sings into a microphone on a dark stage, lit by red and yellow lights.
Andy Grammer
Nov 18 • 7:30PM
Englert Theatre
Iowa City, IA
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A long-haired, bearded man with tattoos plays an electric guitar on stage with warm lighting.
Whitey Morgan and the 78s
Sep 11 • 8:00PM
Wildwood Saloon
Iowa City, IA
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In Her Own Words, Every Avenue & Public Works
In Her Own Words, Every Avenue & Public Works
Oct 25 • 7:00PM
Wildwood Saloon
Iowa City, IA
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The Rocking Dead
The Rocking Dead
Oct 3 • 8:00PM
Wildwood Saloon
Iowa City, IA
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Wretched
Wretched
Sep 12 • 7:30PM
Wildwood Saloon
Iowa City, IA
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Green Jello
Green Jello
Aug 28 • 8:00PM
Wildwood Saloon
Iowa City, IA
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Major Moment
Major Moment
Sep 1 • 7:00PM
Wildwood Saloon
Iowa City, IA
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A man with tattoos plays an acoustic guitar on stage. He wears sunglasses and a black t-shirt with
Gin Blossoms
Sep 13 • 6:30PM
Englert Theatre
Iowa City, IA
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REZN
REZN
Oct 31 • 9:00PM
Gabe's
Iowa City, IA
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Find the Best Alternative Concerts in Iowa City for 2026

Iowa City is a hub for exciting live entertainment. We've analyzed our sales data to bring you the most popular alternative concerts so you can easily plan your next outing.

Top 2026 Summer Alternative Concerts in Iowa City

Summer is the perfect time for live events in Iowa City! Check out this list of the top alternative concerts happening from May through September.

Event Name Date Venue Lowest Price
Psychostick Aug 19 Wildwood Saloon $40
Green Jello Aug 28 Wildwood Saloon $40
Major Moment Sep 1 Wildwood Saloon $33
Whitey Morgan and the 78s Sep 11 Wildwood Saloon $59
Wretched Sep 12 Wildwood Saloon $36
Gin Blossoms Sep 13 Englert Theatre $202
Sleater-Kinney Sep 16 Codfish Hollow Barnstormers $246
Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy Sep 24 Codfish Hollow Barnstormers $191

Top Venues in Iowa City, IA

A silhouette of a person with arms raised cheers a crowd at a vibrant concert with colorful stage lights.
Veterans Memorial Stadium - Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA
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Baseball stadium at sunset with dramatic clouds and lights.
Modern Woodmen Park
Davenport, IA
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A sunset over a cityscape with a large orange arch sculpture in the foreground.
McGrath Amphitheatre
Cedar Rapids, IA
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A vintage theater marquee with glowing lights, set against a brick building during a vibrant sunset.
Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA
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A tall, light-colored building with an old-fashioned marquee and a red sign.
Adler Theatre
Davenport, IA
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Modern conference center with glass facade and stone accents at sunset.
Alliant Energy PowerHouse
Cedar Rapids, IA
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Capitol Theatre - Iowa
Capitol Theatre - Iowa
Davenport, IA
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Modern building at dusk with colorful lights and a pink and blue sky.
Event Center at Rhythm City Casino Resort
Davenport, IA
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Corner view of an old brick theater with a marquee and yellow sign.
Englert Theatre
Iowa City, IA
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Modern building with large windows and tan brick facade illuminated by golden hour light.
ImOn Arena
Dubuque, IA
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