Live music in Baraboo, WI

Live music at C2 Juicery comes with a lively atmosphere and a menu of juices. This performance features Shawndell Marks, a Madison Area Music Award recipient, singer-songwriter, and pianist whose style recalls Norah Jones and Stevie Nicks. She has six albums, with Broken Dam named 2019 Album of the Year, and she blends heartfelt originals with inventive takes on well known songs. Outside of performing, she teaches at private studios in Baraboo and Waunakee. Her favorite item at the juicery is the Morning Pick Me Up Smoothie.

A cozy fall celebration features a fish fry, beer tasting, and chili tasting, along with live music by Andy Braun. The canteen will be open.

A night of live music at Ferry X-ing Bar & Grill featuring Chris and Aiden Bengry. The performance is a split show with solo sets from each and a couple of songs performed together.

Wo Zha Wa fest brings live music to Riverwalk Pub Food & Spirits, where a rustic setting and wide timber decks offer plenty of outdoor seating with views of the upper Dells stretch of the Wisconsin River. Take in the fresh air and the show with food and drinks available. The Last Minute Heroes deliver radio-friendly party rock powered by seasoned Midwest players who have performed across Minnesota and the surrounding five-state region in bands such as Hitfaced, Aultimate Ozzy, Under the Covers, Rock Godz, and RadioNation. Their set is packed with danceable, singalong favorites like TNT, My Own Worst Enemy, Billie Jean, Smells Like Teen Spirit, All the Small Things, Sweet Home Alabama, Hard to Handle, Sweet Child O Mine, All Summer Long, We’re Not Gonna Take It, Basket Case, Enter Sandman, Joy to the World, Rock and Roll, Fight for Your Right to Party, Blister in the Sun, and Faith.

The District hosts a live solo set by Taylor Schereck, a Madison area performer with a powerful voice. Expect a crowd-responsive mix centered on hits from the 90s and 2000s, with 80s throwbacks and pop favorites woven in as the mood fits. Schereck is also a songwriter, currently developing a twelve song album that blends rock, alternative, pop and metal. The experience comes with views and a menu that includes smash burgers, quesadillas, chicken and milkshakes.

Mama's Garage hosts SWING CREW with additional musicians onstage, bumper stickers, and beer. A beer special named for the band is available for three dollars, and there is no admission charge.

Skillet Creek Campground hosts a live performance by singer-songwriter Andy Braun, featuring folk-rock favorites and contemporary originals. The set spans music from the 1950s through today, with familiar tunes connected to Johnny Cash, CCR, the Beatles, Jimmy Buffett, Tom Petty, Elvis, Neil Young, and others. Braun also showcases original material from his albums Shameless Attempts and 22, available on major streaming platforms. The event is open to everyone.

The District hosts live blues from Dave Potter and his hometown combo. After years performing across southern Wisconsin and backing touring blues artists throughout the Midwest with a rotating support group, Dave has returned to Wisconsin Dells to lead local musicians and share a broad mix of blues. The experience pairs live music with views and comfort food favorites like smash burgers, quesadillas, chicken, and milkshakes, offering a hangout for fans of live tunes and tasty bites.

An evening devoted to rock and roll, with music carrying through the night.

Boomtown Saloon, a country music bar established in 2015, serves Nashville inspired food to a steady country soundtrack and regularly welcomes live performers. Jack Willems brings an energetic show shaped by early voice lessons, a guitar picked up in middle school, and a lifelong connection to country music. His songs reflect themes of the outdoors, family, and faith, and he first built his set list by entertaining friends in basements and around backyard campfires. A house party rendition of Wagon Wheel recorded on a friend’s phone went viral on TikTok, earning more than 3.5 million views in two weeks. On stage he aims to get the crowd singing along to his outdoor-influenced, Midwest style of rocking country.

A daylong celebration of consciousness, community, and play comes to Common Gardens in Dane, Wisconsin, with 16 artists sharing music with heart, inspired by love, nature, humanity, and life’s big questions. The roster features Cassidy Lund, Jeff Burkhart, Candace Griffin, Dana Perry, Melissa Kieler, Paul Otteson, Jeffrey James, Kevin Mason, Old Oaks Duo, Whitney Rose, Uncle Jim, Kelly Hepper, Sam Ness, Derek Ranmarace & Friends, M Shays, and Def Sonic. Admission follows a pay-what-you-can approach with a suggested contribution of $20 to support the artists and the space. No alcohol is provided, though attendees may bring their own beer, and the Banzo food truck will be onsite. Guests are asked to help care for the land by using trash and recycling stations, parking only in designated areas, keeping track of belongings, and leaving dogs at home.

Ukulele enthusiasts from around the Midwest gather at Smokey Hollow Campground in Lodi, Wisconsin for several days of music and camaraderie. The event features plenty of strumming and sing-alongs, opportunities to build skills, and a mix of playful activities. Participants can step up for open mic sessions and enjoy shared potluck meals, creating a relaxed atmosphere focused on playing, learning, and connecting.

Miss Tamara leads a playful session of music and movement with singing, rhyming, counting, and other engaging activities. The program helps children practice social and cooperative skills, strengthens language and communication, nurtures musical awareness and a sense of rhythm, supports early literacy and phonics skills, deepens understanding of counting and patterns, and builds confidence with group play. It offers an outlet for energy and laughter through play-based learning. Participation is included with admission.