Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit with special guest Shemekia Copeland
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Upcoming Events
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Ice Nine Kills/ In This Moment: Kiss of Death Tour 2024 Part 2 with special guests Avatar and TX2
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Summers Last Blast
Join Us for Summer's Last Blast on the Back Waters Stage on August 23 and 24!
Venue Information
Know before you go.
Food & Drink
Quick eats, best drinks.
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Local Food Vendors
Q Casino + Resort has partnered with a variety of food trucks to be at each performance during the Back Waters Stage summer concert series.
Visit Houlihan’s or our newest dining destination, Island Social Kitchen + Bar, now open to all ages.
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Beer, Specialty & Mixed Drinks
Back Waters has a variety of your favorite beers, specialty drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. Something to quench anyone’s thirst.
Plan Your Visit
Eat. Play. Stay. Explore.
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Stay at Hilton Garden Inn
Stay close by at the Hilton Garden Inn after the show. Enjoy the spectacular bluffs of the Mississippi River and the beautiful rolling hills of Dubuque.
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Win Big at Q Casino + Resort
Pull up a seat to your favorite table game or pull down the jackpot on one of our slot machines. The entire place is designed for fun. What could be better?
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Dine at Q Casino + Resort
Fresh. Local. Homestyle. We’re cooking up your favorites at Q Casino + Resort. Whether you're looking for a place to have fun, to indulge, or something on the go, we have it all. Visit for current specials.
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Explore Dubuque County
Dubuque, Iowa is the spot for endless adventure. Visit traveldubuque.com for a selection of Dubuque-area attractions that will have you exploring til the sun sets.
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