Arts & Entertainment

Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Holiday Family Concert

December 2, 2023
Start Time 1:00 p.m.
Location Five Flags Theater, 405 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For all ages
Cost $14 children/$24 adult
Organization Dubuque Symphony Orchestra
Contact Kathleen Hoeper
Phone (563) 557-1677
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Additional Information
The orchestra welcomes vocalist Jeff Leibow, the Dubuque Chorale Children's Choirs and members of the Heartland Ballet in this shorter one-hour program. Sing and jingle along to your favorite Christmas carols - photos available with Santa and Mrs. Claus after the concert.

Swiftie Night @ Carnegie-Stout

December 7, 2023
Start Time 5 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 13+
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Haidee Cardoso
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Are you ready for it? Calling all Swifties! Don't miss this chance to be "Enchanted" at a Taylor Swift celebration like no other. Dress up in your favorite Taylor Swift era and join other fans for activities inspired by her iconic music. Let's dance like we're "22" and make memories that will last "

Skate with Santa

December 9 – December 9, 2023
Start Time 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.PM
RSVP By December 9, 2023
Location ImOn Arena 1800 Admiral Sheehy Drive Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Elementary Students
Cost Admission for children under 12 is $5 & skate rental is $3; Adult admission $9 & skate rental $3; craft activities & hot chocolate for kids are FREE!
Organization DRA/Q Casino
Contact Diana Schulz
Phone (563) 585-3000
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Additional Information
Please join us at ImOnArena to Skate with Santa. Free craft activities in the Community Room & Free Hot Chocolate for the kids. Regular admission & skate rental fees apply.

L&MOP Lollipops & Music for Our Preschoolers

October 14 – December 9, 2023
Start Time 10 a.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Preschoolers
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Youth Services
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
The L.&M.O.P. concert series is for preschool children and their families. Children will leave each concert with a greater appreciation of music and a lollipop to enjoy! The Northeast Iowa School of Music sponsors this series. An adult must accompany children. No registration required.

Centrally Rooted Exploration Lab

August 23 – December 22, 2023
Start Time 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location Centrally Rooted, 2230 Central Avenue, Dubuque, IA
Event For Elementary and Middle School Students
Cost Free
Organization Centrally Rooted
Contact Jill Klinebriel
Phone (563) 581-8667
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Additional Information
Express your creativity with our FREE music and art exploration spaces. 11 & under must be accompanied Adult staffed and supervised

Free Exploration Lab

October 2 – December 22, 2023
Start Time 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location Centrally Rooted, 2230 Central Ave.
Event For All students
Cost Free
Organization Centrally Rooted
Contact Jill Klinebriel
Phone (563) 581-8667
Additional Information
Free exploration lab is open to students after school every day of the week from 3-6 PM. Students under the age of 11 must be supervised by a caregiver. Includes a Music Lab I which houses 5 digital keyboards/2 digital drum kits and an Art Lab featuring all different kinds of mixed media.

Multicultural Family Center Teen Programs

September 1, 2023
Location 1157 Central Ave
Event For All Middle and High School Students
Cost FREE
Organization Multicultural Family Center
Contact Courtney Podczerwinski
Phone (563) 690-6126
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Additional Information
Check out all of the FREE programming the Multicultural Family Center (MFC) is offering this fall for all Middle and High School students! The MFC encourages teens to try new things and interact in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment that promotes diversity and equity.