Good morning, Iowa City.

Kurt Elling will headline at Club Hancher on October 3 at 7:00 p.m.—he will perform with pianist Christian Sands to support the upcoming release of the third Wildflowers album.

Tickets cost $40 for adults and $10 for students and youth, and the concert runs until 8:30 p.m.

Orchestra Iowa broke records for its chamber concert series when Bachtoberfest drew over 500 people at the Riverside Festival Stage in Iowa City on September 28 (a related event was held on September 26 in Cedar Rapids).

Last week, ICE agents stopped Jorge Gonzalez at Bread Garden Market in Iowa City—he worked there—while Tuesday, Senator Grassley pressed DHS for details on the arrest process and on Dr. Ian Roberts’ background, asking for a response by October 3.

Trivia at the Den

7-9 p.m. — St. Burch Tavern — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete for a $50 gift card at this fun weekly trivia night.

Ballroom and Latin Social Dancing

7-10 p.m. — Old Brick — $6-$12 — Enjoy a night of salsa dancing with lessons included for all levels.

White Reaper Concert

7-10 p.m. — Gabe's — Ticket price varies — Enjoy an energetic night with White Reaper alongside Lip Critic & Worlds Worst at a local favorite venue.

Games in the Grove

1-3 p.m. — Plum Grove Historic Home — Free event — Experience historic games like stilts and hoop & stick perfect for ages 5 and up.

Monday Open Comedy Mic

8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with open mic comedy followed by karaoke fun.

Musical Bingo Night

7-9 p.m. — Vue Rooftop — Free entry — Enjoy a fun twist on Bingo with a night of music and prizes.

Iowa City Puzzle Palooza 2025

5:30-10 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Registration fee for teams — Compete for puzzle glory while enjoying food, drinks, and raffles.

Refocus Film Festival

6:00 PM - 9:30 PM — FilmScene at The Chauncey — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the art of adaptation with films, performances, and engaging dialogues.

2025 Johnson County ADA and NDEAM Celebration

12:30-3:30 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Celebrate the ADA's anniversary with a resource fair and career opportunities for inclusive employment.

ICPLFF Used Book Sale

10 AM – 3 PM — Iowa City Public Library — Pay what you can — Explore a treasure trove of used books at a community-friendly sale.