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Back Waters Stage at Q Casino and Hotel Tickets
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About Back Waters Stage at Q Casino and Hotel
Welcome to the Back Waters Stage at Q Casino and Hotel, Dubuque’s premier outdoor venue tucked beside the Q Casino & Resort. This all-ages, rain-or-shine space is best known for its general admission lawn where guests can bring lawn chairs (under 38" height) and enjoy a lineup featuring national acts like Kane Brown, Dierks Bentley, Volbeat, and Jelly Roll. With a limited Turpin Tailgate area offering seating, the stage invites a casual, no-fuss concert experience—like having a trusted connection in the business helping you secure your seats.
Plan your visit around the Q Casino complex, which offers on-site dining, food trucks, drink tickets, and a Will Call pickup outside the gates. Whether you’re heading to a summer night under the Iowa sky or planning a rain-or-shine outing, we’ve got you covered with practical tips on parking, transit, nearby stays, and dining options to make your night effortless.
Parking is free in the main casino lot, with additional convenient spaces in nearby public lots, including spaces near the Dubuque Ice Arena. If you’re staying overnight, consider preferred partner hotels like Hilton Garden Inn and related plan‑your‑visit options on site, as well as The Key Hotel listed by Q Casino. For a complete Dubuque experience, we’ve highlighted nearby hotels and top-rated local restaurants to help you build a seamless plan around your Back Waters Stage show. Remember: age 21+ for alcohol is enforced at events, and plans call for rain or shine execution with on-site dining and food trucks ready to keep you fueled throughout the night.
Tip: Secure your seats early if you want prime access near the Turpin Tailgate area, and arrive early to enjoy the full event atmosphere—you’ve got a guy who can help you navigate the best options for your plans.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1855 Greyhound Park Rd, Dubuque, IA 52001
- Venue type: outdoor stage adjacent to the Q Casino + Resort, primarily general admission lawn; limited seating in the Turpin Tailgate area; no fixed venue seating
- Current capacity: not published; seating is GA with lawn chairs allowed under 38" height; no guaranteed seating for GA
- Future capacity/renovation: Iowa Amphitheater on Schmitt Island proposed to host Back Waters Stage; estimated capacity ≈ 9,000 attendees
- Parking: free parking in the main casino lot; auxiliary parking at nearby public lots (e.g., near the Dubuque Ice Arena) within a short walk
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn (and related plan‑your‑visit options on site); The Key Hotel is listed on the Q Casino site as part of the property
- Notable acts hosted: Kane Brown, Papa Roach, Dierks Bentley, Jelly Roll (2023), Upchurch (2024), Hairball (2025), Volbeat (2023), among others
- Plan Your Visit: food trucks and on‑site dining options; drink tickets system; age 21+ rules for alcohol; will call outside gates; plan for rain or shine