Downtown Moline

Downtown Moline's live-music strip runs largely along 5th Avenue, with the riverfront Vibrant Arena at The MARK anchoring the big end. National and international touring acts regularly stop at Vibrant Arena at The MARK, with past performers ranging from Paul McCartney and Elton John to Bon Iver and Wynonna Judd. A few steps away on 5th Avenue, Bent River Brewing is a downtown brewpub that hosts live music featuring regional musicians. Music runs on Friday and Saturday evenings alongside daily food specials and award-winning house beers. Next door, Broken Saddle is a cowboy bar offering karaoke and a solid selection of local and domestic drafts. The bar also hosts open mic nights. Rascals Live rounds out the neighborhood's smaller venues. In summer, the Moline Centre concert series brings free outdoor music to the Plaza at Bass Street Landing, keeping the downtown lively well beyond its indoor stages.