Music in the Gardens - Dubuque Arboretum

Photo Credit: Wes Schilling Photography

OUR 31st MUSIC IN THE GARDENS SEASON!

The Line-Up: 13 weeks of stellar, live music in a variety of genres.

What to Bring: a chair (or blanket) + family + friends!

No Admission Fee: freewill donations at intermission.

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SUN . JUNE 4 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

The Neverly Brothers | Rock ‘n’ Roll Tribute 2023

Celebrating their 20th Anniversary Tour, The Neverly Brothers return with their truly one-of-a-kind Rock ‘n’ Roll Tribute from Elvis to The Beatles.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: McNamer Family Foundation

SUN . JUNE 11 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Lori Gravel & The Timber City Ramblers | Female Rock ‘n’ Roll Tribute

This local 6-piece band and its Branson-styled show features the many strong women in country music including Dolly Parton, Tanya Tucker, and Loretta Lynn.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors: Fidelity Bank & Trust + J&R Supply, Inc. + Deery Brothers

SUN . JUNE 18 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Hunter Fuerste | American Vintage Orchestra

This 14-piece big band + vocalists present an authentic musical recreation of the Big Band era, featuring hits of Glenn Miller, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Bennie Goodman, Harry James, Count Basie and more.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arts Council

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors: Conlon Construction Co + MidWestOne Bank + Steele Capital Management, Inc + Steve & Diana Moore

SUN . JUNE 25 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Dubuque Symphony Orchestra

This casual, family-friendly concert features a range of musical styles including popular light classics, movie soundtracks, and patriotic pieces plus a sneak preview of the orchestra’s 2023-2024 season. [Arrive by 5:15 to catch the Youth Summer String Camp’s final performance.]

Presented by: the Dubuque Arts Council

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

SUN . JULY 2 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Secrets | 60s + 70s + 80s Variety

This regional favorite band performs a wide variety of hits from the 1960s to the 1980s, including rock ‘n’ roll, country, and rhythm and blues … songs that everyone can dance and sing along to!

Presented by: the Dubuque Arts Council

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors: Dupaco Community Credit Union + Burkeys Bar & Grill + Burkart Brothers Flooring + Home+FloorShow

SUN . JULY 9 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Layne Yost + Jon Shimoda + Carol McDowall |

John Denver Tribute

This performance pays homage to the music and the man, capturing the simple soul of John Denver’s music. Woven within the music are stories that give insight to Denver’s life and legacy.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arts Council

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors: Anderson Weber Toyota + DuTrac Community Credit Union + Old Chicago

SUN . JULY 16 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Denny Diamond & The All-Night Show Band | Neil Diamond Tribute

Since his appearance on Dick Clark’s “Your Big Break” television show in 2000, Denny has become one of the top Neil Diamond tribute artists in the world. His voice has an uncanny similarity to that of Neil Diamond’s along with a stage presence that’s second to none.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arts Council

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: A Y McDonald

SUN . JULY 23 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

The Chicago Irish Band | Ring of Music

Filled with fun and energy, the Chicago Irish Band performs Irish music and Top 40 hits spanning the 1950s through today. This one will delight those who love to dance and sing along.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arts Council

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors: Dept of Psychiatry @ Medical Associates + Premier Bank + Vinny Vanucchi’s Little Italy Dubuque & Galena + Heritage Center + Anonymous

SUN . JULY 30 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Kids from Wisconsin | Song-and-Dance Band

Back by popular demand — and celebrating their 55th year — the Kids from Wisconsin feature music that has withstood the test of time and has become beloved classics. More than 30 of Wisconsin’s most potential-filled youth give a performance of fun, choreographed, musical entertainment.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arts Council

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: Fuerste Eye Clinic

SUN . AUGUST 6 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Classical Blast | Contemporary Instrumental

Classical Blast’s Bach to Rock show is a thrill ride through history … unique, exciting entertainment featuring classic rock music all mashed with classical music by the great composers.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: Lowe’s

SUN . AUGUST 13 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Boogie Monster | Classic Rock 80s, 90s, 00s

The Boogie Monster Band specializes in dance hits from all genres throughout multiple decades!

Presented by: the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: Cottingham & Butler

SUN . AUGUST 20 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Ten-Gallon Hat | Country

A group of friends playing together and having fun for more than a decade, Ten-Gallon Hat plays country and rock from Dwight Yoakam to Chris Stapleton, and everything in between.

Presented by: the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: Premier Bank

SUN . AUGUST 27 . 6:30-8:30p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Brushfire Bandits | Classic Rock 80s, 90s, 00s

Brushfire Bandits plays a wide variety of music that everyone is sure to love: rock, country, disco … whatever it takes to get the crowd dancing!

Presented by: the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: Riley Subaru

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Other Supporters of Music in the Gardens 2023

Forester: $1,000+

Master Gardener: $750-$999

Gardener: $500-749

Are you a business interested in supporting Music in the Gardens (MITG)?

Supporter funds help cover the costs that are incurred for this series of free musical events for the community. Your business will also get recognition:

on a shared banner at the Dubuque Arboretum’s concerts with your logo on it,
on this website (your logo on this page),
in Facebook posts, and
on other marketing materials as well.

If you’re interested and want more info, please call and ask for the Executive Director. If you already know you want to support Music in the Gardens 2023, you can also pay online. Thank you!

CALL: 563.556.2100

PAY ONLINE. DESIGNATE MITG.

Music in the Gardens 2024

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 2024. [Our booking timeframe: We book our six concerts each year during the time period November through January.]

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS 2024 ONLINE BAND FORM