Live music in Waukesha, WI

An Irish music session where participants are welcome to bring instruments and play together. Dancing may accompany the tunes. The gathering celebrates community music-making and helps keep Irish traditions alive.

This car show showcases vehicles alongside live musical performances, adding a soundtrack to the experience.

Floor It brings a high-energy mix of 1950s and 1960s favorites, rockabilly, and surf to Schmidty’s Car Night in Brookfield. This top Milwaukee area car show band pays tribute to artists such as the Beatles, Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, Ricky Nelson, the Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison, the Beach Boys, the Legends, and Petula Clark. Expect dance friendly renditions of blazing surf instrumentals and rockabilly favorites connected to the Stray Cats, Carl Perkins, Eddie Cochran, and Brian Setzer. Classic car owners are welcome.

The Neverly Brothers deliver a high energy rock and roll tribute that traces the path from Elvis to the Beatles across the decade from 1955 to 1965. The show unfolds like a guided virtual road trip through the rise, lull, and comeback of the genre, pairing a chronological setlist with short tales about the artists and the songs. Expect classic looks with period costume changes and powerhouse performances of early favorites by Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, and more. Music history and concert excitement come together in a spirited celebration of the roots of rock.

The Souvenirs bring a live set to Hop Harvest & Vine featuring narrative-driven Americana woven with rich vocal harmonies. This semi-acoustic group draws from folk and roots traditions, shaping a warm, engaging sound built on seasoned musicianship, strong vocals, and solid instrumentation. Expect a thoughtful mix of favorites inspired by artists like John Prine, The Wood Brothers, Patty Griffin, Watchhouse, and Bonnie Raitt. Their music fits intimate listening spaces and relaxed outdoor settings, with this performance set in the Hop Harvest backyard. There is no cover charge. Happy Hour includes discounts on pints of beer and glasses of wine, and the kitchen offers dinner options to enjoy alongside the music.

Swing Set, featuring Tom Wood and friends, brings a smooth, polished, classic sound to Let It Be in Waukesha. Expect relaxed vibes and clear, soulful vocals that set an easygoing, refined atmosphere for sharing time with friends or simply enjoying live music. The lineup includes Tom Wood, Jeff Schouten, Sam Steffke, Bailey Strasser, Hal Miller, and Mike Matrise. Food service is available. Tickets are $15 online or at the door.

Copper Box performs polka-infused rock classics at Waukesha Oktoberfest.

Discover more than seventy local makers, alongside food trucks and music. The event is stroller friendly.

Rustbucket returns to Maddy’s Bar and Music Lounge for a homecoming show on the stage where the group got its start. The performance leans into sing along moments and a celebratory vibe. A birthday salute for longtime Rustbucket Brigade member Jaz is part of the evening, and early arrivals may find refreshments connected to the celebration.