Music, theatre, comedy

Live Performances

Concerts, improv, porch music, and one-night performances across the corridor.

May 2026 listings, checked May 22, 2026. Times, prices, and weather plans can change.

Friday, May 225:30-10:00 PM

The Pork Tornadoes at Hy-Vee Amphitheater

The new amphitheater starts loud with Rival 5 opening and The Pork Tornadoes headlining a free outdoor show.

Where
Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park, North Liberty
Price
Free admission; parking listed at $10/vehicle
Saturday, May 238:00-11:00 PM

Free Live Music: Eva Maeve

Singer-songwriter Eva Maeve brings folk, country storytelling, and pop warmth to a no-cover rooftop set.

Where
Vue Rooftop, Iowa City
Price
Free
Friday, May 296:30-9:00 PM

Friday Night Concert Series: Clear Creek Amana and City High Jazz

Summer of the Arts keeps the Ped Mall tradition rolling with two area student jazz ensembles on the outdoor stage.

Where
Ped Mall Stage, Iowa City
Price
Free
Friday, May 297:00-9:00 PM

The Great Grand Gatsby

A 1920s-themed evening with live jazz from The Brick Street Ramblers, casino play, and hors d'oeuvres.

Where
Grand Living at Indian Creek, Cedar Rapids
Price
Registration required
Saturday, May 307:30-9:00 PM

Lady Franklyn Improv Show

Iowa City's professional improv team takes the Willow Creek stage for a Saturday night of quick turns and local laughs.

Where
Willow Creek Theatre, Iowa City
Price
$10
Saturday, May 306:00-8:00 PM

Northside Saturday Nights: Dodge Street Duo

Max Lipnick and Alex Flesher bring mandolin, banjo, guitar, and folk music to the Northside street series.

Where
Northside Neighborhood, Iowa City
Price
Free
Sunday, May 312:00-5:00 PM

Northside Neighbors Music Festival

Front porches and yards become neighborhood stages before an after-party on the Northside Outside block of North Linn Street.

Where
Northside Neighborhood, Iowa City
Price
Free
Sunday, May 313:00-5:00 PM

Inside Out Reentry Spring Concert Fundraiser

Cedar County Cobras play a free outdoor concert supporting Inside Out Reentry Community and people returning home after incarceration.

Where
Chauncey Swan Park, Iowa City
Price
Free