Open Mic Comedy
🎤 Open Mic Comedy at The Goose
Every Thursday at 8PM, The Goose becomes Dubuque’s comedy clubhouse! Step up to the mic or sit back and enjoy a night of laughs from local comics, first-timers, and special guests. Whether you’re working on new material or just here for the good vibes, it’s always a fun, supportive room with plenty of drinks, tea, and late-night food.
No cover — just good jokes and great company.
Sign-up starts at 7:30PM. Show at 8:00PM.
Club Nights
🔥 Club Nights at The Goose
Every Friday, The Goose transforms into Dubuque’s underground Hi-Fi lounge — where bass hits deep, lights stay low, and the Danley Sound Labs system moves your whole body. From house to techno to drum & bass, our resident DJs and special guests keep the dance floor alive all night.
Come for the music, stay for the energy — this is where Dubuque gets down.
Bar open late. Kitchen until midnight. No cover before 10PM.
Open Mic Poetry
🖋 Poetry Open Mic at The Goose
Once a month, The Goose opens the mic to poets, storytellers, and dreamers. Step up and share your words — raw, rhythmic, funny, or heartfelt — in a space built for creativity and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just finding your voice, this is your stage.
Sip tea or something stronger, soak in the sound, and be part of Dubuque’s growing spoken word scene.
Sign-up starts at 7:30PM. Performances begin at 8:00PM.
Driftless Frequencies
Driftless Frequencies – Night 2
📅 Friday, October 25 | 7 PM
📍 The Goose, 920 Main St, Dubuque, IA
🎶 “Your next favorite playlist, live.”
Driftless Frequencies is a concert series founded by Bryce Taylor, dedicated to showcasing new and exciting sounds from across the Driftless region and beyond. Each night brings a unique mix of genres—R&B, electronica, folk, pop, and everything in between—curated with one rule: if it’s good, it belongs here.
Night 2 Lineup:
Liliana Asta – 7:00 to 7:45 PM
Soulful pop & folk singer-songwriter with warm, heartfelt tones.James T. Riley – 8:15 to 9:00 PM
Introspective lyricism and lush, melodic storytelling.Allison Mahal – 9:30 PM
A dynamic voice blending modern indie pop with timeless songwriting.
✨ Come discover your next favorite artist and experience the eclectic pulse of the Driftless.
Comedy Showcase
Comedy Night Returns to The Goose!
Get ready for a night full of laughs and good vibes — the Comedy Show at The Goose hits the stage Saturday, October 11 at 8PM!
Featuring a hilarious lineup of comics ready to bring the heat:
Kassandra
Vic
Brody
Henry
Eli
$10 in advance | $15 at the door
Secure your spot now theticketing.co/e/thegoose-comedyshowcase
Come for the jokes, stay for the drinks, and enjoy a night of live comedy in Dubuque’s favorite spot for entertainment.
The Goose | 8PM | Saturday, October 11