Wild West Wednesdays
Wednesday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
7-11 PM @ Dubuque County Fairgrounds
Come for country dance music and fun. All ages. Visit DBQFair.com.
School’s Out Day Camp
Friday and Monday, April 3 & 6
9 AM-4 PM @ National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Camps are held on weekdays when the Dubuque Community School District is not in session. These full-day camps are for students in K-5th grade. Visit RiverMuseum.org.
First Fridays
Friday, April 3
@ Various Locations in Dubuque
First Fridays is a free downtown monthly community arts event with open galleries, artists’ studios, and live entertainment. Visit FirstFridaysDubuque.org.
Community Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4
10 AM @ Allison Henderson Park
The Authentic Connection welcomes hundreds of Dubuque kids for a morning of family fun as thousands of Easter eggs fill the field at the park. Visit Facebook.com/TheAuthenticConnectionDBQ.
Early Explorers: “Y” is for Yellow-Tail Snapper
Saturday and Tuesday, April 4 & 7
10-11 AM @ National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Programs include a variety of hands-on activities, including a craft and a game. Ages 2-5 with a parent/caregiver. Visit RiverMuseum.org.
The Wall—In Concert
Saturday, April 4
5:30 PM @ Five Flags Theater
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s legendary The Wall tour with a live homage to the greatest rock opera of all time including musicians from the original Pink Floyd and Roger Waters tours. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.
Dark Side of the Moon
Saturday, April 4
8:30 PM @ Five Flags Theater
Dark Side of the Moon tour comes to life for its 50th anniversary with original touring Pink Floyd members Graham Broad, Mark Lennon, Chester Kamen plus Harry Waters (Roger Waters’ son), as well as tribute group Berlin Pink Floyd & Echoes. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.
The Magical Music of Harry Potter
Sunday, April 5
1 PM @ Five Flags Theater
Relive the wonder of Hogwarts through the power of music, brought to life by the acclaimed Magical Film Orchestra & Choir. This is an independent event and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the studios, production companies, or respective trademark owners. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.
The Music of Lord of the Rings
Sunday, April 5
4:30 PM @ Five Flags Theater
The musical world of hobbits and elves from The Lord of The Rings, The Hobbit, and The Rings of Power will be performed in concert by a film orchestra, choir, and star soloists. This is an independent event and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the studios, production companies, or respective trademark owners. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.
The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others
Sunday, April 5
8 PM @ Five Flags Theater
Experience the best film music from Top Gun, Dune, James Bond, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lion King, Gladiator, The Dark Knight, Inception, Interstellar, and more. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.
Open Studio
Mondays, April 6 through May 18
1-4 PM @ Bluff Strokes Art Center
Drop-in only, open studio with no instruction. Bring your own materials. Adults must accompany children who need guidance. Visit BluffStrokes.org/Programming.
Teen Art Club
Tuesdays, April 7 through May 19
3:15-5:15 PM @ Bluff Strokes Art Center
Teens are welcome to hang out, make art, and make friends. Students can sketch quietly on their own with others, draw or paint, collaborate, and/or plan special projects together. No instruction provided, but staff offer guidance. Visit BluffStrokes.org/Programming.
Stonehill Trivia Night
Thursday, April 9
5-8:30 PM @ Steeple Square, 101 E 15th St.
Attend a fun night of trivia and support Stonehill’s Employee Scholarship Fund. Teams of up to 8 players are welcome. There will be a cash bar, food, and raffle. Registration required. Visit StoneHillDBQ.com/Trivia.
Dubuque Audubon Monthly Program
Thursday, April 9
7-8 PM @ EB Lyons Interpretive Center, Mines of Spain
Bob Walton will share tips and tricks on identifying warblers. The program will include photographs of the 36 species of warblers that frequent our area. He will also discuss ways to improve backyard habitat to attract warblers to our homes. Visit AudubonDubuque.org.
Harnessing Color & Design
Friday through Sunday, April 10-12
Friday 6-8 PM; Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM-4 PM @ Bluff Strokes Art Center
The ability to understand an image through these concepts can be learned and practiced. In this studio workshop, students of all levels are invited to learn accessible ways of recognizing and employing principles of composition while practicing functional relationships of color theory. Ages 16+. Visit BluffStrokes.org/Programming.
Spring Clean-Up
Saturday, April 11 & 18
9-11:30 AM @ Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Volunteers will meet at the Visitor Center to help refresh and prepare the gardens for spring. Free lunch provided. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net.
Henry Cho Comedy
Saturday, April 11
8 PM @ Five Flags Theater
Cho’s clean comedy is so versatile that he can headline Vegas and then tour with Michael W. Smith. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.
Promoting Pollinators and Birds
Sunday, April 12
12 PM @ EB Lyons Interpretive Center
Bill Meyer covers concepts and practices homeowners can implement to help pollinators and birds thrive in their yard. Visit DubuqueCountyIowa.gov/Conservation.
She Unites
Wednesday, April 15
6:30–7:30 PM @ The Innovation Lab, 210 Jones St.
Come together for an evening of socialization and education. She Unites features rotating speakers talking about anything and everything pertaining to women in a chill environment. Visit SheUnitesIowa.com/Events.
Clint Black
Wednesday, April 15
7 PM @ Five Flags Arena
A true triple threat singer/guitarist/songwriter, Black has sold more than 20 million records, written and recorded 22 #1 singles, and has been awarded nearly two-dozen gold and platinum awards, a Grammy, and numerous CMA, ACM, and American Music Awards. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.
Figure Drawing Open Studio
Thursday, April 16
6-8 PM @ Bluff Strokes Art Center
Experienced figure models, a great space, and a wonderful community. Nude models. No instruction provided. Ages 18+. Visit BluffStrokes.org/Calendar.
Liverpool Legends
Friday, April 17
7:30 PM @ Five Flags Theater
The Grammy-nominated tribute to The Beatles is set to deliver an immersive journey through the greatest discography in music history. This performance captures the uncanny mannerisms and spirit of the Fab Four in their prime. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.
Julien Dubuque International Film Festival
April 18-25 @ Various Locations in Dubuque & Galena
The Julien Dubuque International Film Festival (JDIFF) is an 8-day film festival showcasing the best in independent film throughout downtown Dubuque, Phoenix Theatres, and Galena, IL. Filmmakers come from all over the world to show their films and be available for Q&A after the viewing. There are also evening events, panels, workshops, and more. Visit JulienFilmFest.com.
The Highwaymen Live
Saturday, April 18
7 PM @ Ohnward Fine Arts Center (Maquoketa, IA)
Relive the magic of one of the greatest country music super groups of all time: Willie, Waylon & Cash…The Highwaymen. Visit OhnwardFineArtsCenter.com.
DSO’s Beethoven’s 9th Symphony
Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19
Saturday, 7:30 PM; Sunday, 2 PM @ University of Dubuque Heritage Center
Experience the power and passion of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 performed by the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra (DSO). This iconic work unites the orchestra, Dubuque Chorale, local college choirs, and a lineup of soloists. Visit DBQ.edu/HeritageCenter.
Party for the Planet
Saturday, April 25
10 AM-3 PM @ National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Join the River Museum and its conservation partners to celebrate this incredible Earth. Enjoy vendor booths across campus featuring hands-on activities and information about local and regional conservation efforts. Visit RiverMuseum.org.
The Big Tree Hunter
Sunday, April 26
12 PM @ EB Lyons Interpretive Center
Mark Rouw is a “big tree hunter” who has documented and measured Iowa’s largest trees since the 1970s. He will educate on what a “champion” tree is and why trees are important. Visit DubuqueCountyIowa.gov/Conservation.
Bookmarks
Thursday, April 30
6-8 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Workshop. Design your own one-of-a-kind bookmarks. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net.
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