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Five Flags Center Announces “Rock & Roots Series” Featuring Appalachian Road Show, the Music of Laurel Canyon featuring Buffalo Rome, and John McEuen and The Circle Band
Dubuque, IA — Five Flags Center is proud to announce the Rock & Roots Series, a three-show concert lineup celebrating the rich sounds of Americana, folk-rock, bluegrass, and roots music. The series brings Appalachian Road Show, Music of Laurel Canyon featuring Buffalo Rome, and John McEuen and The Circle Band to the historic Five Flags Theater stage in 2026 celebrating America’s semi quincentennial through timeless songs, masterful musicianship, and unforgettable live performances.
The series kicks off on July 10th with Appalachian Road Show. A visionary acoustic ensemble rooted in the traditions, stories, and spirit of Appalachia, Appalachian Road Show brings together the award-winning talents of Barry Abernathy, Darrell Webb, Jim VanCleve, and Zeb Snyder. Blending bluegrass, folk, and Americana with rich harmonies and exceptional musicianship, the group honors the music, culture, and history of the Appalachian region while bringing fresh energy to the stage. The Anderegg Family opens the show. This event is made possible through support from the Backbone Bluegrass Festival held at Backbone State Park the last full weekend of every July.
https://www.theappalachianroadshow.com/
On September 19th, the Music of Laurel Canyon featuring Buffalo Rome takes the stage featuring Kevin Douglas (Bendorf), a Lancaster, WI, native. Nicknamed “the Crosby, Stills, and Nashville of the digital age,” Buffalo Rome blends the earthy feel of the 1970s West Coast country-rock scene with a modern Americana sound. In The Music of Laurel Canyon, the group celebrates one of the most influential musical communities of the 1960s and early ’70s, paying tribute to the songs and artists that defined an era, including Joni Mitchell, Buffalo Springfield, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Joni Mitchell, The Mamas and the Papas, and The Eagles.
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialBuffaloRome/
The series concludes on November 21st with John McEuen and The Circle Bandpresenting “Will the Circle Be Unbroken”. A founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, John McEuen has spent more than 50 years performing around the world with his banjo, fiddle, guitar, and mandolin. Often referred to as “the String Wizard,” McEuen helped initiate the landmark Will the Circle Be Unbroken album and continues to captivate audiences with an evening of beloved songs, acoustic virtuosity, and stories from one of the most influential careers in American roots music.
Starting April 3rd, Five Flags is offering a 3-Show Package that allows fans to experience all three concerts while saving 25% on ticket prices. Packages start at $72 for in-person transactions at the box office. Tickets for the 3 individual concerts will be available for purchase starting May 1st, 2026.
Tickets and series packages will be available online at fiveflagscenter.com and in person at the Five Flags Center box office, open Thursdays and Fridays from 10:00am–5:00pm.
The Rock & Roots Series celebrates the enduring artistry of American music traditions, from mountain harmonies and bluegrass storytelling to the folk-rock sounds that shaped a generation.
About Five Flags Center
The Five Flags Civic Center, an Oak View Group managed facility, proudly serves the City ofDubuque and the Tri-State area by enhancing its cultural and economic environment through the presentation of a wide variety of sporting, entertainment, and community events – in a fun,friendly, and safe environment. For the most up-to-date event information, please check us outon the web at fiveflagscenter.com, and follow on Facebook, Instagram, & LinkedIn.
About Oak View Group (OVG)
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the Company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. Visit OakViewGroup.com, and follow OVG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
Local Contact:
Alyson Tasker, Sr. Box Office & Marketing Manager
alyson.tasker@oakviewgroup.com
