Fall Welcome Concert: Goose

Fall Welcome Concert: Goose promotional image

TICKETS
Free and open to the public / no ticket required

Presented in collaboration with the City of Iowa City, Think Iowa City, and SCOPE Productions

Part of Engaged Hawkeyes Week
Part of Hancher's 53rd season

Rising jam band standard bearer welcomes you to the school year.

This American rock band brings together indie hooks, sprawling improvisation, and driving rhythm to capture the ears of its dedicated and ever-growing fanbase. We invite the campus and community to a fun-filled evening of music by the Iowa River.

Since their earliest days recording 2016’s Moon Cabin in a barn in northern New Hampshire, Goose has been developing a unique approach to writing and improvising, achieving a rare balance between thoughtfully crafted songs, tight musicianship, and emotional honesty.

Goose’s latest release, Everything Must Go, follows 2022’s critically acclaimed Dripfield. Drawing from the feel of its live performances, Everything Must Go primarily features songs written throughout the band's recent years of growth, including re-imagined live staples and songs that capture the band’s evolving, dynamic sound.

Through the band’s commitment to forward momentum, Goose continues to remind us that music isn’t simply played—it’s felt, lived, and shared.

SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCES
Hawkeye Drumline: 8:00 p.m.
Goose: 8:20 p.m.
Gathering begins at 6:30 p.m. with music starting at 8:00 p.m.

Food and beverage will be available at the Smith Lobby and Swanson Bars. Additionally, Hancher’s box office, lobby, bathrooms, terrace, and gift shop will be open throughout the concert, closing around 9:30 p.m.
Please note: Alcoholic beverages purchased from the Smith Lobby and Swanson Bars cannot be taken outside except for the terrace on the second floor.

Goose website

Thursday, August 28, 2025 6:30pm
Hancher Auditorium
Hancher Green
141 Park Road, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Paris Young in advance at 319-467-4849 or paris-sissel@uiowa.edu.