Get a head start to your weekend this Thursday night with some live music at The Stardust! Martin Sexton, with Chris Trapper, takes the stage at The Stardust (218 Iowa Street Davenport) on Thursday Jan 10. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the music begins at 7 p.m. A native of Syracuse, N.Y., and the tenth of 12 children, Martin Sexton grew up in the ’80s. Uninterested in the music of the day, he fueled his dreams with the timeless sounds of classic rock ’n’ roll. From 1996 to 2002 Sexton released Black Sheep, The American, Wonder Bar and Live Wide Open. Martin Sexton launched his own label, KTR,... Read More

Comedian Ron “Tater Salad” White is coming to the Quad Cities! Ron White takes the Adler Theatre (136 E 3rd St. Davenport) stage Thursday Jan 10 at 7:30 p.m. This hilarious comedian is a classic storyteller; relaying tales from his real life ranging from growing up in a small town in Texas, to sharing stories of his daily life, to becoming one of the most successful comedians in America. Ron first rose to fame as the cigar-smoking, scotch-drinking funnyman from the Blue Collar Comedy Tour phenomenon, but since 2004 has since established himself as a star in his own right. Over the past 15 years,... Read More

Who DOESN’T love to sing along to their favorite Dave Matthews Band songs?! Experience Two Step, a Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds Tribute, with opening act Dirty Water Boys, this Saturday Jan 5 at the River Music Experience’s Redstone Room (129 N Main St. Davenport). Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Join Tanner and Zack as they celebrate DMB’s music in the form of the famous duo, Dave & Tim. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 on the day of the show. Must be 19+ (minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian). The Redstone Room at River Music Experience is... Read More

Catch some live music this weekend, in the Quad Cities! Foxholes and Plunkett will be taking the stage at Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel (304 E 3rd St. Davenport) this Saturday Jan 5. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the music begins at 7 p.m. This is a 21 and over event. Des Moines indie rock group Foxholes features a propulsive rhythm section, jangling electric guitars, smokey vocals, and a healthy dose of reverb to define the band’s 80’s alt throwback sound. Following the band’s debut full-length ‘Can’t Help Myself,’ their sophomore release delivers more strong hooks and expansive... Read More

Catch Angela Meyer and Kari Arnett this Thursday Jan 3, live at Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel (304 E 3rd St. Davenport). Doors open at 6 p.m. and the music begins at 7 p.m. Angela Meyer has been performing professionally since she was just 16 years old, staying true to “writing songs for empty rooms & broken hearts in hopes to fill them up”.  A storyteller with a passion for her listeners, Angela pulls in the crowd with a sweet voice and brutal honesty.  She isn’t afraid to tackle heavy topics within her songwriting, but also pokes at the humor in everyday life.  Her... Read More

Looking for a delicious way to spend your New Year’s Day? Head to Hawkeye Sports Bar & Grill (4646 Cheyenne Ave Davenport) this Tuesday Jan 1 from 3 – 7 p.m. for their Annual New Year’s Day Chili Cook-Off! Catch the Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs football game at 11 a.m. and stick around for some delicious chili! Want to show off your culinary skills? Make sure to get your chili, crockpot and ladle to Hawkeye Sports Bar by 2:45. Bowls, spoons and crackers will be provided. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top winning chilis. Don’t want to show anyone up your skills?... Read More

Get your 2019 started by celebrating the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds’ 100th Anniversary! Bring in the new year this Monday Dec 31 at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds’ (2815 W Locust St. Davenport) New Year’s Eve Bash! Doors open at 5 p.m. Admission is only $3 per person. Or get a VIP table for you and your friends for only $200.00. Table seat 8, includes a bucket of beer, and bottle of champagne. All ages are welcome. Enjoy live music from Doug Brundies at 5:30 p.m., Hangover at 6 p.m., Dawn at 8:30 p.m. and Cheese Pizza at 11 p.m. For more information, visit https://mvfair.com/entertainment/new-years-eve-bash/.  Read More

Do you have a young aspiring musician in your home? Give them the gift of guidance and joy this holiday season! The Ellis Kell Winter Blues Camp takes place at the River Music Experience (129 N Main St. Davenport) this Wednesday Dec 26 through Saturday Dec 29 from 1 – 5 p.m. This annual Winter Blues program features vocal and instrumental workshops (guitar, bass, harmonica, keyboards & drums), as well as concentration on blues composition and improvisation. Sessions are open to area musicians from 8-18 years old. The cost is just $175. These sessions will be led by RME’s Bret Dale with... Read More

The grr-ific musical for little tigers and grown-ups alike is back! The hugely popular Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood LIVE!, based on the #1 PBS KIDS TV series, has delighted live audiences on stages across the country. Now, in its fourth year of touring, your favorite characters are hopping back on board Trolley and coming to Davenport with DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE: KING FOR A DAY! at the Adler Theatre on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets (starting at $28.75 plus applicable service fees) are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com, at the Adler Theatre Box Office (136 E 3rd St.)... Read More

Looking for an enjoyable and educational way to spend some time in the Quad Cities? The German American Heritage Center & Museum (712 W 2nd St. Davenport) currently is showcasing the exhibit, The Civil War: Through the Eyes of German-American Caricaturists. You can check out this amazing exhibit now through Monday Feb 4. As the largest ethnic contingent to fight for the Union in the Civil War, German-Americans played a critical role in its outcome. Lesser known but also important is the work of two German-American caricaturists who not only influenced public opinion, but also how the conflict... Read More