Jefferson Starship Comes to Cedar Rapids

If you love classic rock, you’ll want to keep an eye on what’s happening at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids on September 25th, 2026. Jefferson Starship is bringing its 50th anniversary celebration to town, and they’re not coming alone.

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The night features a stacked lineup of classic-rock favorites, with Jefferson Starship joined by Pure Prairie League, Atlanta Rhythm Section. and Firefall. It’s a chance to hear some of the songs that helped define rock across multiple generations and styles, all in one show.

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Jefferson Starship has been a major force in arena rock since the 1970s, earning three platinum and eight gold records along with numerous Top 40 Billboard singles. Now celebrating 50 years, the band continues to tour with founding member David Freiberg, along with Donny Baldwin, Chris Smith, Jude Gold and Cathy Richardson.

Fans of country-rock will also have plenty to look forward to when Pure Prairie League takes the stage. The group is best known for songs like “Amie,” “Falling In and Out of Love,” and “Let Me Love You Tonight.”

Atlanta Rhythm Section will bring its Southern Rock sound to the amphitheatre with hits including “So Into You,” “Imaginary Lover,” “Spooky,” and “Champagne Jam.” Firefall rounds out the lineup with favorites like “You Are the Woman,” “Just Remember I Love You,” and “Strange Way.”

And here’s where things get even better: you have a chance to win tickets to the show! Enter the giveaway below for your opportunity to see this classic-rock lineup live at McGrath Amphitheatre.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of these bands or simply looking for a great night of live music, this is a show worth checking out. Jefferson Starship’s 50th anniversary celebration, combined with three other well-known classic-rock acts, makes for a pretty special night in Cedar Rapids.

Event Details:

Who/What: Jefferson Starship – The Runaway Again Tour, featuring Pure Prairie League, Atlanta Rhythm Section and Firefall
Where: McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids
When: Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, at 7 PM. Food court opens at 5 PM; gates open at 6 PM.
Ticket Details: Tickets start at $36+ and prices are subject to change