Live music in Manitowoc, WI

A celebration of Patti’s 55th birthday featuring live music by Smoke Road.

Up From The Skies presents a Jimi Hendrix tribute at PetSkull Brewing, spanning iconic periods from Woodstock through Electric Ladyland. Guitarist Dennis Shepherd and Friends lead the performance, delivering favorites like All Along the Watchtower, Hey Joe, Stand Next To Your Fire, Purple Haze, and Redhouse alongside deeper cuts from across his catalog. This concert is part of PetSkull's Summer Music Program sponsored by Hubbartt Electric.

Nicholas Goeman performs at Salute To Everyone with an energetic country set shaped by his roots in Juneau, Wisconsin. Raised around farm life and guided by traditional country values, he blends plainspoken, heartfelt lyrics with his Gibson Hummingbird guitar.

PetSkull Brewing hosts DOWNPOUR, an AC/DC tribute that captures the band’s raw power with pounding rhythms, searing guitar solos, and vocals in the spirit of Bon Scott and Brian Johnson. The performance leans into the classic look as well, featuring schoolboy uniforms and rock attire reminiscent of Angus Young, while delivering fan favorites like Highway to Hell, Back in Black, and Thunderstruck. This is a free concert. No outside food or beverages are allowed. Guests under 21 are welcome with a parent. Part of the PetSkull Summer Music Schedule sponsored by Hubbartt Electric.

Stolen Sidekicks is a rock duo from Sheboygan County, Wisconsin that draws on influences like The Black Keys, The White Stripes, and Royal Blood. Their two-piece format does not limit their range, as they move through alternative, blues, country, pop rock, and a wide span of sounds in between. The set blends covers with original songs for a distinctive, high energy performance.

A beachside performance features Ask Your Mother with a high energy mix of rock, pop, and country favorites. It takes place on Neshotah Beach beneath the Rotary Pavilion. If weather becomes an issue, the show will move to the community house in Downtown Two Rivers. Support is provided by Braun Building Center as the major sponsor and Community First Credit Union as the corporate sponsor.

The Dweebs bring their multi generational family act to The Wharf Manitowoc. Founded in 1987 by Michael "Papa Dweeb" Blue, the band expanded in 2004 when his three children joined, and in 2024 the grandchildren stepped in, creating a third generation lineup. They travel the country performing at fairs, festivals, private parties, and company parties, continuing a long tradition of playing together and sharing what they love with audiences.

Enjoy live music by The Droors, a Doors tribute, at PetSkull Brewing. This is a free event featuring a great lineup of songs for fans of the classic sound.

Sunday Funday brings daytime celebration to Salute To Everyone in Manitowoc with Black Knight performing hair metal and rock and roll. Instead of a midnight party, this gathering centers on all-day fun with live music leading the way.

PetSkull Brewing hosts a Tuesday Food Truck Rally featuring food trucks, live music, and craft beer and cocktails. This edition highlights Russ Reiser performing a variety set. The series runs every Tuesday from May through September with support from River North Apartments and Nicolet Bank Manitowoc. Participating vendors include Holla on Wheels with elevated street food, Vues Thai Street offering Thai and Asian bites, El Tequila with Mexican favorites, Grizzlys serving barbecue, Nina’s Pita Hut with pitas and gyros, Linda Loves Cheesecakes for desserts, Rawlz Dawgz with Chicago style options, TR Bubble Tea, Ma’s Kettlekorn with gourmet kettle corn, and Kitzgarbo offering American classics.

Biscuit Creek brings lively bluegrass to Washington Park in Manitowoc. This event is presented by the City of Manitowoc Parks and Recreation.

Enjoy live bluegrass at Washington Park on the Metro Stage. Bring a lawn chair and settle in for an evening of music from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Drum Circle with Heather L. takes place at Balance on Buffalo’s SoundSpace USA. Guests are gently smudged with sage upon arrival, then sacred space is opened to create a grounded container where connection and presence can unfold. The session centers on simple rhythms, shared sound, and quiet pauses, allowing the body to reconnect with an ancient practice. No prior experience is required, and guidance is provided. Bring a drum or use one that is available.

Enjoy Thirsty Thursday with a live set from Steve Peterson.

Two Rivers Community Band presents “Highlights of 2026” at the Schmitt Brothers Stage in Central Park West in Downtown Two Rivers. This free outdoor concert brings together powerful performances and familiar favorites to celebrate the year’s standout moments in music. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and friends. Weather updates will be shared on the TR Parks and Recreation Facebook page, and if it rains the performance will move indoors to the J.E. Hamilton Community House Gymnasium. Support for the concert series is provided by Friends of the Two Rivers Senior Center as the major sponsor and Community First Credit Union as the corporate sponsor.

Enjoy live classic rock music with Dr. Bombay at PetSkull Brewing. It’s a great chance to catch a live set while you’re out for drinks and good vibes.

Pyromania brings an electrifying Def Leppard tribute to The Wharf Manitowoc, showcasing soaring lead vocals, blazing guitar solos, a rock-solid rhythm section, and tight harmonies that mirror the classic sound. For over two decades the band has toured internationally, earning a spot on AXS TV’s The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands in season 4. Early in their journey, members collaborated with Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen to help organize a fan convention in Las Vegas that supported his Raven Drum Foundation, drawing coverage from MTV and VH1, with Def Leppard promoting the event on their website. Their performance history spans casinos, parks, cruise ships, and major stages, including Summerfest in Milwaukee, New Year’s Eve on Fremont Street in Las Vegas, and the Monsters on the Mountain festival presented by Monsters of Rock Cruises. Some members have also performed and recorded with Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell. Celebrating the legacy of a band with 100 million records sold worldwide, Pyromania delivers the hits with arena-ready energy. VIP table seating is available and includes a personal food and drink server, an official VIP lanyard, either a bucket with six domestic beers or a bottle of wine, and an after-show meet and greet. All six seats at a VIP table must be purchased together. Non-VIP tables also require purchasing every seat at the table.