Music in the Gardens - Dubuque Arboretum

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Music in the Gardens 2025

If your band is interested in performing at a future Music in the Gardens, you're invited to submit your information to be considered for Season 2025. [Our booking timeframe: We book most concerts each year during the time period November through January.]

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS 2025 ONLINE BAND FORM

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JUNE 1, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Elton Jeff & the Honky Cats

Elton Jeff & The Honky Cats is not just another tribute act. It’s a musical celebration spanning over six decades, featuring a review of Elton John’s chart-topping favorites that have been embraced by multiple generations. Their performance gives music enthusiasts a well-crafted experience featuring the heaviest hitters from the Elton John catalog.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: McNamer Family Foundation.

[In memory of Joey McNamer, treasured son of Marty and Nancy McNamer.]

Serving great food!

JUNE 15, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Ocean's Rat Pack

Ocean's Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute group devoted to the music of:

. Dean Martin by Tony Ocean,

. Frank Sinatra by Bill Serritella, and

. Sammy Davis Jr. by Elliot Wimbush.

Ocean's Rat Pack brings the audience back in time when Vegas and Hollywood was king. Delight in their authentic performances that bring to life the vibe of the Rat Pack era and proving that these classics will never go out of style, but rather create new fans of the legendary performers of the Rat Pack.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: Seiji & Mary Yoshioka

Serving great food!

JULY 20, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Renegade Wildflower

This band has been serving up the finest Southern Rock the Midwest has to offer since 2019.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Serving great food!

AUGUST 3, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Jonny Lyons & the Pride

Combining Influences of Rock and Roll, Country, Blues, Soul, Surf, and Rockabilly, Jonny Lyons celebrates a musical style that will take you on a journey back in time to the golden era of music and showmanship!

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor:

Serving great food!

AUG 17, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

TBA

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Serving great food!

SEPT 14, 2025 . 5-7p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Second Hand News

SecondHand News recreates the experience of seeing Fleetwood Mac in their heyday. Made up of veteran local musicians (Melissa Brausch, Josh Chicoine, Mike Holtz, Dan Ingenthron, Mike Vanier, and Lindsay Weinberg), the band features spot-on vocal harmonies, careful attention to detail, and electric live shows. Through the talents of these seasoned performers, the spirit and musicianship of Mick Fleetwood, John and Christine McVie, Stevie Nicks, and Lindsey Buckingham come to life on stage. Audiences are energized by dynamic deliveries of favorites from the band's extensive catalog of hits as well as deep cuts beloved by superfans. The fun these musicians have recreating these classic songs together is infectious and will bring you to your feet in shared appreciation for one of the greatest bands of all time.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Serving great food!