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Gabe's

A longtime Washington Street music venue where touring acts, local bands, and late-night crowds meet in a compact two-story setting.

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About Gabe's

Gabe's has the directness people want from a small live-music room: the stage is close, the lineup moves across genres, and the building feels tied to generations of Iowa City nights. Check the calendar rather than the clock; the venue is at its best when a specific show gives the evening its shape.

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