October 2026 Event Calendar

October 1, 2026 • 7pm - 10pm

Join us for live music on stage at Frank O'Dowd's! Wendy Lynn Markus brings a fresh twist to the violin with her electric performances that blend rock influences and classical finesse. With decades of experience performing both as a solo artist and with the rock band Sunspot, Wendy has developed a style that's bold, engaging, and uniquely her own. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 2, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Join us for live music on stage at Frank O'Dowd's! For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 3, 2026 • 5pm

Come enjoy Irish Dancing on stage inside Frank O'Dowd's! *The performers volunteer their time to dance for us, and sometimes the performers may have personal conflicts. Performances are subject to potential cancellations, and guests can call the restaurant to confirm a performance within 72 hours of the scheduled date at 1-815-776-0707

October 3, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Join us for live music on stage at Frank O'Dowd's! For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 4, 2026 • 6pm - 9pm

Kristina Marie Castañeda is an Iowa singer-songwriter. She grew up religiously inhaling her dad's vinyl records and rocking hymns with grandma on her organ bench, up in the church balcony with the choirs.
With familial roots straddling both the Midwest heartland and Latin America, the influences heard in her music embody Americana, rock, folk, country, jazz, blues, indie, bossanova, and samba. For Kristina, every sound, and the sacred space between sounds, is musical. Sharing music with the masses fulfills her desire for human connection and community.
For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com

October 8, 2026 • 7pm - 10pm

Andrew D. Huber is a Celtic folk-rock troubadour that has been cultivating his unique brand of "acoustic folk-rock with a Celtic twist" for the better part of the last two decades. His songs are sharply arranged, smartly performed, and expertly hit the “tug-of-war-of-life” note the songwriter is known to angle toward. Andrew has released two albums with the Gecko Club, and six solo outings, including the latest 'Chasing Time', released on St. Patrick's Day, 2021. Fiercely proud of his midwestern songwriting roots, Andrew also has a penchant towards Celtic music, as evident in his melodic phrasing and lyrical strength of his songs. Andrew D. Huber is widely regarded as an engaging live performer, and regularly plays shows and tours throughout the Great Lakes area of the U.S. He has also extended his shows to the New England area. Andrew is also the frontman of guitar-pop powerhouse the Gecko Club, who have been performing in the Midwest for over 25 years. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 9, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Join us for live music on Frank O'Dowd's stage! Hearthfire Duo is a Wisconsin based band that plays a mixture of traditional, contemporary, and original Celtic rock music. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 10, 2026 • 5pm

Come enjoy Irish Dancing on stage inside Frank O'Dowd's! *The performers volunteer their time to dance for us, and sometimes the performers may have personal conflicts. Performances are subject to potential cancellations, and guests can call the restaurant to confirm a performance within 72 hours of the scheduled date at 1-815-776-0707

October 10, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Join us for live music on Frank O'Dowd's stage! Hearthfire Duo is a Wisconsin based band that plays a mixture of traditional, contemporary, and original Celtic rock music. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 11, 2026 • 6pm - 9pm

Join us for live music on Frank O'Dowd's stage! Hearthfire Duo is a Wisconsin based band that plays a mixture of traditional, contemporary, and original Celtic rock music. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 15, 2026 • 7pm - 10pm

Meghan Davis is an area favorite guitar and vocal performer from Northwest Illinois. Her easy listening solo acoustic shows provide an enjoyable, relaxing, and fun atmosphere that anyone will appreciate. The show will include current hits and music from the past 5 decades, including classic rock, pop, and a little bit of country. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 16, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Join us for live music on stage at Frank O'Dowd's! For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 17, 2026 • 5pm

Come enjoy Irish Dancing on stage inside Frank O'Dowd's! *The performers volunteer their time to dance for us, and sometimes the performers may have personal conflicts. Performances are subject to potential cancellations, and guests can call the restaurant to confirm a performance within 72 hours of the scheduled date at 1-815-776-0707

October 17, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Join us for live music on stage at Frank O'Dowd's! For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 18, 2026 • 6pm - 9pm

Kristina Marie Castañeda is an Iowa singer-songwriter. She grew up religiously inhaling her dad's vinyl records and rocking hymns with grandma on her organ bench, up in the church balcony with the choirs.
With familial roots straddling both the Midwest heartland and Latin America, the influences heard in her music embody Americana, rock, folk, country, jazz, blues, indie, bossanova, and samba. For Kristina, every sound, and the sacred space between sounds, is musical. Sharing music with the masses fulfills her desire for human connection and community.
For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com

October 22, 2026 • 7pm - 11pm

Join us for live music on stage at Frank O'Dowd's! For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 23, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Get ready for a night of Irish music, laughter, and unforgettable fun with The Celtic Rovers! Join us for an incredible evening as The Celtic Rovers, the quirkiest Irish band in town, bring their high-energy traditional Irish pub songs to the stage. From toe-tapping jigs to heartfelt ballads, these musicians know how to get the crowd singing along and stomping their feet. But it’s not just about the music—The Celtic Rovers have a sharp-witted sense of humor that will keep you laughing between every tune. Their quick banter and cheeky remarks make every performance feel like you're hanging out with old friends in a cozy Irish pub. Whether you're a long-time fan of Irish music or just looking for a fun night out, The Celtic Rovers are a must-see. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 24, 2026 • 5pm

Come enjoy Irish Dancing on stage inside Frank O'Dowd's! *The performers volunteer their time to dance for us, and sometimes the performers may have personal conflicts. Performances are subject to potential cancellations, and guests can call the restaurant to confirm a performance within 72 hours of the scheduled date at 1-815-776-0707

October 24, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Get ready for a night of Irish music, laughter, and unforgettable fun with The Celtic Rovers! Join us for an incredible evening as The Celtic Rovers, the quirkiest Irish band in town, bring their high-energy traditional Irish pub songs to the stage. From toe-tapping jigs to heartfelt ballads, these musicians know how to get the crowd singing along and stomping their feet. But it’s not just about the music—The Celtic Rovers have a sharp-witted sense of humor that will keep you laughing between every tune. Their quick banter and cheeky remarks make every performance feel like you're hanging out with old friends in a cozy Irish pub. Whether you're a long-time fan of Irish music or just looking for a fun night out, The Celtic Rovers are a must-see. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 30, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Join us for live entertainment on Frank O'Dowd's stage! Raised in the Ocooch Mountains a.k.a. The Driftless Region of Southwestern Wisconsin, U.S.A., Andreas is a multi-instrumentalist and singer of original, traditional and folk music. Coming from Danish (Bornholmsk), Irish and Driftless cultural backgrounds, Andreas continues a family tradition of ballad singing, tunes playing, social dance calling, storytelling and spoons playing. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.

October 31, 2026 • 5pm

Come enjoy Irish Dancing on stage inside Frank O'Dowd's! *The performers volunteer their time to dance for us, and sometimes the performers may have personal conflicts. Performances are subject to potential cancellations, and guests can call the restaurant to confirm a performance within 72 hours of the scheduled date at 1-815-776-0707

October 31, 2026 • 8pm - 11pm

Join us for live entertainment on Frank O'Dowd's stage! Raised in the Ocooch Mountains a.k.a. The Driftless Region of Southwestern Wisconsin, U.S.A., Andreas is a multi-instrumentalist and singer of original, traditional and folk music. Coming from Danish (Bornholmsk), Irish and Driftless cultural backgrounds, Andreas continues a family tradition of ballad singing, tunes playing, social dance calling, storytelling and spoons playing. For reservations, call 1-815-776-0707 or visit www.opentable.com.