Live to 9

07/22/2026

We couldn't be more grateful for the support of our season presenting sponsor, Freed Construction Inc., and our July 24th spotlight sponsor, VGM Group, Inc.! Their contributions make Live to 9 FREE and FUN for everyone to enjoy. Come on down to the River Place Plaza this Friday from 6-9pm with the Jason Christensen Band!

07/17/2026

Only 1 week away from the next Live to 9!

Enjoy free live music with Jason Christensen Band at the River Place Plaza from 6-9pm. Let's get ready for another great Friday night!

07/10/2026

Who's ready for Deja Blue tonight?!

07/07/2026

July is here which means two more Live to 9 events this month! This series would not be possible without our amazing sponsor support.

Thank you again to our Presenting Sponsor, Freed Construction Inc., as well as our Spotlight Sponsors for this Friday, Busch Light and Michelob Ultra! 🎶

Fahr Beverage, Inc.

07/06/2026

Live to 9 is made possible by our wonderful volunteer, sponsors, and partners! Please consider supporting the event by giving us a hand at the event. Shifts are available for set-up, stage crew, beer serving, and more!

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Volunteers will receive a T-shirt and free drinks during their shift. Tips will be donated to the River Place Neighborhood Association to support future programming at the Plaza.

07/03/2026

🎶 The countdown is on! Live to 9, presented by Freed Construction, returns on Friday, July 10 with local favorites Deja Blue taking the stage at River Place Plaza!

Based right here in the Cedar Valley, Deja Blue brings an energetic mix of blues, funk, jazz, and crowd favorites that'll have you grooving all night long.

🗓 Friday, July 10
⏰ Music: 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 River Place Plaza, Downtown Cedar Falls

Bring your friends, your lawn chairs, and your dancing shoes!

06/18/2026

POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER

📣 Reminder! While there isn't a formal Live to 9 concert this week, the fun continues at River Place Plaza with Bands & Brews this Friday!

If you love the Live to 9 atmosphere, you'll feel right at home. Bands & Brews features the same great Friday night setup at the Plaza with live music, a beverage tent, local vendors, a small kids zone, and plenty of room to relax and enjoy downtown.

The only difference? The beer tasting section is a ticketed fundraiser benefiting Iowa Public Radio, while the live music and atmosphere are completely free to enjoy.

Looking forward to another great Friday night downtown!

06/17/2026

A huge thank you to Freed Construction Inc. for serving as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2026 Live to 9 concert series! 🎶

Live to 9 is only possible because of the generosity of community partners like Freed Construction, along with the many sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who help bring free live music to downtown Cedar Falls all summer long. We're grateful for their investment in creating vibrant evenings that bring our community together.

🎸 Live to 9 returns Friday, July 10, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back to the River Place Plaza!

In the meantime, the music doesn't stop. Join the fun this Friday, June 19, for Bands & Brews at River Place Plaza! Enjoy FREE live performances from Run Dog and the Ben Rendall Band from 6–9 PM.

Thank you to Pixel Labs for the great video clips!

06/10/2026

Looking for another great Friday night in Cedar Falls?

While this isn't a Live to 9 event, if you love live music, local brews, food, and free community fun, you'll want to check out Bands & Brews on Friday, June 19 from 6-9pm!

Presented in partnership with Studio One, Second State Brewing, and the River Place Plaza, Bands & Brews features FREE live music from Run Dog and the Ben Rendall Band, local vendors, a kids zone, and plenty of great craft beer.

Interested in the brews? For just $25, you'll receive admission to the tasting area with samples from 10+ Iowa breweries and a commemorative tasting cup, all while supporting Iowa Public Radio.

Tickets are selling now! Get yours here: https://riverplaceneighborhoodassociat.ticketspice.com/bands-brews-2026

See you at the Plaza for another great summer night in Cedar Falls!

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