Music/Event Venues

1855 Saloon & Grill- website  
218 S. Main St. Cottage Grove, WI. 53527 (608)839-3700 
Links / FaceBook / About / Menus / Events Calendar 
1855 Saloon is the essence of casual-dining. 1855’s restaurant and bar have
been pleasing people from all over Wisconsin, and bordering states, with their
great tasting food, wonderful atmosphere, and first class service. A great
place for banquets, holiday parties, corporate entertaining and everyday
casual dining. 

Alchemy- website 
1980 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)204-7644
Links / FaceBook  Purveyors  Menu  Live Music Schedule  
Open 7 days a week.    Solids, Liquids, Vibrations- 
Open from 11:30 to Bartime Food served until Midnight
Sunday - Thursday and until 1:00am Friday & Saturday 

Alliant Energy Center- website 
1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713 (608)267-3976 
Upcoming Events

Atlas Improv Co.- website  
609 E Washington Ave. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)259-9999
Links / FaceBook / Company History / Classes / Hire Us / Shows 
Funny people. Compelling characters. Great storytelling. Madison's only
Improv Theatre! Shows every Fri/Sat at 8 and 10pm. We do Private
Shows and Corporate Training.

Babe's Restaurant & Cocktails- website    
5614 Schroeder Rd.Madison, WI. 53711 (608)274-7300
Links / FaceBook / About / Food / Bar / Banquets / Events/Music 
Babe's has the perfect room for your party. If you are planning a business
meeting, cocktail party, rehearsal dinner, retirement or surprise party, Babe's
is the place for you.. 10 to 100 people!! 

Badger Bowl- website  
506 E. Badger Rd. Madison, WI. 53713 
Links / FaceBook / Bowling / Restaurant / Parties / Entertainment 
Open 7 days a week! Bowling - Music - Food! 

Barrymore Theatre- website 
2090 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704 (608) 241-8864  Event Schedule

The Bartell Theatre- website   
113 E Mifflin St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)661-9696
Links / FaceBook / Now Playing / Support Us / Photo Gallery / Rentals 
Within our walls, Madison artists tell stories about themselves and their world. 
Audience members are transformed, enlightened, entertained & invited into the
conversation about who and what this community is.

The Bayou- website 
117 S. Butler St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)294-9404 Calendar of Events

Bourbon Street Grille- website 
6308 Metropolitan Ln. Monona, WI. 53713 (608)222-4410 Events Calendar

Bowl-A-Vard Lanes- website  
2121 E. Springs Dr. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)244-7246 
FaceBook / History / Arena Sports Bar / Bowling 
/ Volleyball / Grill Menu / Party/Banquet 
Offering 40 state-of-the-art lanes for bowling fun, Sports Bar, Restaurant,
Game Arcade, 3 sand volleyball courts, Pro-Shop, and Banquet Rooms. 

The Brink Lounge- website 
701 E. Washington Ave. #105 Madison, WI. 53703 (608)661-8599 
Music & Events Schedule

Bristled Boar Saloon and Grill- website 
2611 Branch St. Middleton, WI. 53562 (608)831-0436 Events & Live Music

Broom Street Theater- website  
1119 Williamson St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)244-8338
Links FaceBook / Broom St. Sessions / Auditions 
/ Madison Underground / Workshops 
One of the nation's oldest homes of originaland experimental theater. A non-profit,
member-controlled theater located in WI. BST volunteers and staff foster artistic
freedom, growth, & expression through non-traditional experimental and/or original
artistic forms. Our goals include creating high quality and unique theater through:
-Promoting communication, education, and entertainment; -Challenging the cultural and
intellectual assumptions of our audiences through unique & diverse productions; 
-Producing world premiere adaptations or original concepts of extant works; 
-Promoting and defending freedom of expression; -Supporting writer/directors’ visions
of their own work without censorship.
BST respects & facilitates community access by maintaining reasonable ticket prices &
by welcoming community members to become active in the theater, rewarding hard
work with rights accompanied by responsibilities.

Buck & Honey's Restaurant Land/Sea- website  
804 Liberty Blvd. Sun Prarie, WI. 53590 (608)837-3131
Links / FaceBook / Story / Menu / Events and Live Music Schedule
"Celebrating a Simpler Time", and the decor is historically themed - including a
cozy copper and stone bar. We are a 170 seat family oriented venue. We have
two private group rooms for your party of up to 60, and we've enjoyed catering
parties as large as 200. We look forward to fanatically serving you soon!

Capital Brewwry- website 
  7734 Terrace Ave, Middleton, WI 53562 (608)836-7100 Events Calendar

Cardinal Bar- website map FaceBook 
418 E. Wilson St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)257-2473 Calendar of Events 
"Madison's Classic Dance Bar" Videos  Beers  Wines  Liquors  History  FAQ 
-Closed Mondays-

Center for Conscious Living- website 
849 E. Washington Ave. #118 Madison, WI. 53703 (608)843-7740

Children's Theater of Madison- website   
228 State St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)255-2080
Links / FaceBook / Learn About Us / Studio Classes / Summer Drama School / Audition 
We are proud to present over 47 seasons brought to life on stage at Madison's beautiful
Overture Center for the Arts. We hope to see you at the theater!

Christy's Landing- website  Sunday Breakfast 9-11!!  
2952 Waubesa Ave. Madison, WI. 53711 (608)222-5391
Links / FaceBook / Menu / Fri Night Menu / Entertainment / Banquet Menu 
Waterfront Dining ,Tiki Bar, Great Drinks, Entertainent Including Live Bands, Boat
Docking Banquet Facilities, Vollyball and MUCH MORE! Christy’s Landing has a banquet
room on the second floor with a beautiful view of Lake Waubesa. You may rent this
room any night of the week except Friday, when it is reserved for our fish fry.
There is a deck attached that also provides a wonderful setting for outside
entertaining. Have your next party at Christy's!!

Claddagh Irish Pub- website  FaceBook  
1611 Aspen Commons Middleton, WI. 53562 (608)833-5070 Live Music

Cresendo Espresso Bar & Music Cafe- website 
1859 Monroe St. Madison, WI. 53711 (608)284-7908 
Show dates on website front page.. National Acts!!

Der Rathskeller- website 
In the Memorial Union 800 Langdon St. Madison, WI. 53706

Dragonfly Lounge- website 
401 E Washington Ave. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 250-0097 Check FaceBook for Events

Edgewood College Black Box Theater- web   
1000 Edgewood College Dr. Madison, WI. 53711 (800)444-4861
Links / FaceBook / Tickets / Auditions Current Season

Essen Haus- website 
514 E. Wilson St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)255-4674  Live Music Schedule

Forward Theater Company- website    
In the Oveture Center 
201 State St. Madison 53703 (608)234-5001
Links / FaceBook / About FTC / On Stage / Photos / Events / Ticket Info  
Forward Theater Company is a not-for-profit professional theater company founded
to provide exceptional theater experiences for Madison area audiences and to provide
a home base for WI. theater professionals. It was also founded in order to create
jobs for many of the talented actors, designers, technicians, directors, and other
theater artists who live in this area. Our work not only supports Wisconsin playwrights,
it provides hands-on experience for students in area college theater programs. 
Donate/Support

The Fountain of Madison- website 
122 State St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)250-1998  Live Music & Events

Four Seasons Theatre- website   
Links / FaceBook / About Co/Staff / Support / Donate / Outreach / Auditions / Tickets 
Rather than tethering our company to a single venue, we choose the theater facility 
which most closely aligns with the size and scale of each production. Four Seasons
Theatre Company, with its focus on learning and its connections to the community,
encourages the development of drama, music, dance & technical skills through
educational outreach, workshops, and performances. Using musical theatre as a
means of engagement, Four Seasons Theatre strives to create a strong organization
which provides a consistent, high quality experience for everyone involved onstage,
backstage, in the audience & in the community.

The Frequency- website  FaceBook 
121 W. Main St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)819-8777 Upcoming Shows

Froth House- website 
11 N. Allen St. Madison, WI. 53726 (608)231-0100  Calendar

Funk's Pub- website  FaceBook  
5956 Executive Dr. Fitchburg, WI. 53719 (608)442-9500 Music Calender 
A friendly, quirky neighborhood pub where you can get good food, drinks 
and entertainment. 

Great Dane Brew Pub Downtown- website 
123 E. Doty St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)284-0000 Calendar

Great Dane East- website 
876 Jupiter Dr. Madison, WI. 53718 (608)442-1333 Calendar

Great Dane Brew Pub- website 
2980 Cahill Main Fitchburg, WI. 53711 (608)442-9000 Calendar

Great Dane Brew Pub Hilldale- website 
357 Price Pl. Madison, WI. 53705 (608)661-9400 Calendar

Harmony Bar & Grill- website FaceBook 
2201 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)249-4333    "Your Home for live music."
Madison's quintessential, award-winning neighborhood tavern.- Menu / Music & Events 
Best Burgers In Madison, Sandwiches, Dinner Plates, Sides, Pizzas & Vegetarian Items.

High Noon Saloon- website   
701 E. Washington Ave. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)268-1122
Links / FaceBook / About Us / FAQ / Gallery / Booking / Calendar 
Enjoy a show at the High Noon in Madison!
Join us for Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 4-7pm, and enjoy 2 for 1 rail drinks
and select tap beers! High Noon Saloon books bands from all over the world in a variety
of genres, including rock, indie, metal, alt-country, punk, bluegrass, folk & world music. 
Private parties, meetings, weddings or special events.  

Hody Bar & Grill-4pm website  
1914 Aurora St. Middleton, WI. 53562 (608)831-1901
Links / FaceBook / Menu / Drinks / Events / Parties/Banquets 
Ask about our lower level Banquet Facilities, great for birthday parties,
wedding receptions, meetings, retirement parties, showers, reunions and
other special events. Live music Thurs. - Sunday!!

Indie Coffee- website 
1225 Regent St. Madison, WI. 53715 (608)259-9621 Event Calendar or FaceBook 

Inferno Nightclub- website FaceBook
1718 Commercial Ave. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)245-9583 Inferno Calendar    
The 'World Famous' INFERNO nightclub is one of Madison's longest running
venue/nightclub. We pride ourselves on showcasing the most unique, exciting
performances and music you might not see anywhere else. We are also home
to Leather + Lace, a once a month party on the first Saturday of every
month guaranteed to prove a night at INFERNO..
 ..is Not Your Average Night. 

Ivory Room Piano Bar- website FaceBook 
116 W. Mifflin St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)467-2404- Right off the Square.
Inspired by a multitude of piano bars in Chicago. Filled with regulars who sing along
to classic tunes as well as random adventurers, the Ivory Room welcomes anyone
who is in the mood for a great melody.

Jolly Bob's Caribbean land/sea- website  
1210 Williamson St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)251-3902 
Links / FaceBook / Entrees / Appetizers / Soups/Sides 
Inspired by the traditions of the Caribbean, Jolly Bob’s pays tribute to the foods, spirits
and music that reminds you of a tropical vacation. Stop by today for a break from everyday

Knuckle Down Saloon- website map  
2513 Seiferth Rd. Madison, WI. 53716 (608)222-7800
Links / FaceBook / Lunch Menu / Live Music Schedule 
Est. 2010, bringing good n' hearty food & great live music to Monona &
Madison's far east side.

Kohl Center- website  
601 W. Dayton St. Madison, WI 53715 (608)263-5645

The Lazy Oaf Lounge- website    
1617 N. Stoughton Rd. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)441-0370
Links / FaceBook / Stone Hearth Pizza / Music Schedule 

Liliana's Restaurant- website  
2951 Triverton Pike Dr. Fitchburg, WI. 53711 (608)442-4444 Music Calendar

Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill- 
1810 Roth St. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)246-2010 See Maximum Ink

Louisianne's Ect.- website 
7464 Hubbard Ave. Middleton, WI. 53562 (608)831-1929 Louisianne's Music

Maduro Cigar Bar- website 
117 E. Main St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)255-2065 DJs F-Sun./Wed.

Main Street Pour House- 
627 W. Main St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)257-3100  Pour House Events

Majestic Theatre- website   
115 King St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)255-0901
Links / FaceBook / Gallery / History / Venue Rental - Event Calendar 
1 block off the Capitol Square. The Majestic is your source for Madison's
best concerts and entertainment. Yes, this beautifully restored Wisconsin
historic landmark is available for event rentals! From weddings, political parties,
holiday parties, and corporate events complete with PowerPoint presentations,
we do it all!!

Mariner's Inn- website 
5339 Lighthouse Bay Dr. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)246-3120 Live Music

Mc Govern's Club & Restaurant- website 
818 W. Main St. Sun Prairie, WI. 53590 (608)837-9997

McKee Farms Park Fitchburg- website 
2930 Chapel Valley Rd. Fitchburg, WI. 53711 (608)270-4200 Concerts at McKee

Middleton-Cross Plains Performing Arts Center- website  
The Friends of the Performing Arts Center Middleton HS 2100 
Bristol St. Middleton, WI ‎ (608) 829-9660 FaceBook / Tickets 
The Friends of the Performing Arts Center is a non-profit, incorporated group
comprised of local citizens with a variety of backgrounds committed to nurturing
both cultural and performing arts within the schools and the greater Middleton
Area. The FPAC is an all-volunteer board.

Middleton Sport Bowl- website  
6815 University Ave. Middleton, WI. 53562 (608)831-5238
Links / FaceBook / Leagues / Open Bowling / Menu / Lunch Specials / Drink Specials 
Private Upstairs Banquet Room (up to 50) 120 Projector w/ DVD player, computer
hook up or just watch TV Full Dinner Menu or Appetizers Available. Great for business
presentation or family parties. Upstairs Bar and Lounge Area. For large parties reserve
the banquet room & bar. 10 lanes of bowling.

Mitby Theatre/MATC- website    
1701 Wright St. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)243-4000  Calendar of Events 
The Mitby Theater is contemporary state-of-the-art performance venue capable of
hosting a wide variety of events. With 975 seats, in a continental seating style, the
theater maintains an intimacy while comfortably holding a large number of people.
Currently the theater hosts student performances for the Madison College's
Performing Arts department as well as local and national touring productions. 

Mother Fool's Coffeeshop- website 
1101 Williamson St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)259-1301 Calendar of Events

Natt Spill- website 
211 King St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)258-8787 Live DJ Music Calender

Nau-Ti-Gal- website 
5360 Westport Rd. Madison, WI. 53704 (608)246-3130 Thurs. & Fri. Live Music

Orpheum Theater- website  
216 State St, Madison, WI 53703 (608) 250-2600
Links / FaceBook / Calendar 
The Orpheum Theater is a live performance and musical theater on State
Street, one block from the State Capitol building.

Otto's Restaurant & Bar- website 
6405 Mineral Point Rd. Madison, WI. 53705 (608)274-4044

Overture Center for the Arts- website 
201 State St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)258-4177 Look at the Calender for Free Events

Pooley's Sports Bar & Event Center- website  
5441 High Crossing Blvd. Madison, WI. 53590 (608)242-1888
Links / FaceBook 
Great Food - Indoor Volleyball - Group Functions - Live Music on Pooley's Patio
Where else can you watch any game imaginable while enjoying your favorite foods
and beverages? We are the largest bar in the Madison area & have everything
you need to have a great time with family, friends, colleagues, and strangers!
Pooley's strives to bring a great atmosphere for all occassions. While we're
known for our TV's, sports memorabilia, and indoor volleyball we think you'll
find that we're much more than that. It's not uncommon to find an after
work party, bachelorette party, and birthday party all in the same night
mingling with the rest of the patrons.

Redamte Coffee House- website 
449 State St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)819-8650 Calender & Events

The Red Zone & The Annex- website  
1206 Regent St. Madison, WI. 53715 (608)251-6766
Links / FaceBook / Menu / Booking / Music/Event Calender 
The Red Zone Madison has risen from the ashes of the former Regent St. Retreat.
We offer a full on sport junky’s dream bar with over 35 flat screens playing every
sport package available in the US. We also offer a separate but connected
entertainment venue. It contains its very own stage with full sound system and
lights, as well as, full service bar.

Rev. Jim's Roadhouse- website 
6402 Millpond Rd. Madison, WI. 53718 (608)310-4230 Weekley Events

Rex's Innkeeper- website 
301 N. Century Ave. Waunakee, WI. 53597 (608)849-5011 Event/Entertainment

The Rigby Pub & Grill- website 
119 E. Main St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)442-1112 Live Music & Events

Segredo- website FaceBook  Events/FaceBook
624 University Ave. Madison, WI. 53715 (608)257-1122

The Sh*tty Barn- website  FAQs  Listen to Bands  
506 E Madison St. Spring Green, WI 53588 (608)588-6213 Live Music Calendar

Stoughton Opera Houser- website   Events/FaceBook 
381 East Main St. Stoughton, WI. 53589 (608)877-4400  
On the 2nd floor of the Stoughton City Hall. Experience your favorite performers
in the atmosphere of an era gone by in WI's most charming theater!

Tempest Oyster Bar- website 
120 E. Wilson St. Madison, WI. 53703 (608)258-1443 Live Music

Tuvalu Coffee House & Gallery- website 
300 S. Main St. Verona, WI. 53593 (608)845-6800 Live Music

Up North- website  
150 S. Blair St. 53703 (608)250-1730
Links / FaceBook / Specials / Events / Live Music Schedule 
We are a quaint yet rocking little bar with a Northwoods feel nestled in the
heart of downtown Madison. We feature local bands and the occassional rougue
musician Monday thru Friday nights with styles ranging from bluegrass to funk.
A great deck with friendly folks hanging out on a regular basis and excellent
drink specials await you. We are located a few blocks from the Capital Sqaure
& UW Madison campus.

University Theatrer/Mitchell Theatre- website  
UW-Madison  821 University Ave. Madison, WI. 53706 (608)262-6551
Links / FaceBook / Donate/Give / Buy Tickets/Up Coming Shows 
The Department of Theatre and Drama is a collaborative community of artists and
scholars – faculty staff & students, aiming to achieve the highest level of excellence
in their teaching, learning, research, creative endeavors and outreach to the
community and state.

The Verona Area Performing Arts Series- website  
300 Richard St. Verona, WI. 53593 (608)848-2787
Links / FaceBook / About Us / About Verona / Contact / Donate/Sponsor / Tickets/Shows 
Verona Area Performing Arts Series is a nonprofit, community-centered arts organization
which strives to bring a vast array of topnotch music to the Hometown Stage. We hope
you enjoy each of our shows.

Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center- website   Weekly Calendar
Conduct business, attend a concert, learn a dance, or stay in shape & much, much more.
953 Jenifer St.

Wisconsin Union Theater- website   
800 Langdon St. Madison, WI. 53706 (608)262-2202 
Links / FaceBook / About / Parking / Rent The Theater 
/ Buy Tickets / Donate / Event Calendar
The WI Union Theater is Madison’s historic hall located on Lake Mendota right next to
the Memorial Union’s famed Terrace. The greats have been playing and speaking here
since 1939. The Union Theater remains warm, lively and inviting, while the magic of great
performances and the ferment of ideas continue to fill it.

WUD Music Committee- website   WUD Music Calendar  
An organization through the UW that is devoted to bringing great live shows to
campus and the community.

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