Think the Dells is just for water slides and fudge shops? Think again. The local music scene is alive and well — from classic rock cover bands on the patio to acoustic sets by the river, here are the top places to catch live music in Wisconsin Dells.
1. 🍺 The Showboat Saloon
Why it’s great:
A true Dells institution, Showboat is known for its laid-back vibe and consistent lineup of live music on weekends, ranging from local rock and country to the occasional open mic night. The stage area has great energy without being overcrowded.
📍 24 Broadway, Downtown Dells
🔗 Showboat Facebook
🎶 Best nights: Friday & Saturday
💡 Bonus: Great selection of local craft beers
2. 🎤 Crystal Grand Music Theatre
Why it’s great:
Looking for bigger acts? The Crystal Grand is your venue. It draws national touring artists in country, rock, and comedy, all in an intimate, 2,000-seat theater. Acts like Chris Janson, Foreigner, and Tracy Lawrence have played here — and there’s not a bad seat in the house.
📍 430 W Munroe Ave, Wisconsin Dells
🔗 crystalgrand.com
🎶 Best for: Headliner shows and date nights
💡 Tip: Check the website for upcoming concerts — many sell out in advance.
3. 🎸 Spring Brook Sports Bar & Grill
Why it’s great:
Not just a restaurant, Spring Brook is a hidden gem for live music, often hosting bands on their large patio or inside during cooler months. It’s family-friendly, spacious, and the Bloody Marys are a highlight.
📍 242 Lake Shore Dr, Wisconsin Dells
🔗 Spring Brook’s Facebook Events
🎶 Best nights: Friday’s and Saturdays in the Summer
4. 🌅 Bobber’s Island Grill
Why it’s great:
With a casual island vibe, Bobbers mixes seafood, cocktails, and live acoustic or rock music on the patio during summer weekends. Fire pits, yard games, and thatched-roof bars give it a tropical energy perfect for relaxing.
📍 750 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy
🔗 bobbersislandgrill.com
🎶 Best for: Outdoor acoustic sets with dinner
💡 Tip: Follow them on Facebook for updated music schedules.
5. 🎤 Grateful Shed Truckyard
Why it’s great:
A totally unique venue — part food hall, part beer garden, part music venue. Grateful Shed hosts DJs, live bands, and themed events inside an old warehouse filled with retro buses and neon. The vibe is equal parts quirky and cool, and it’s perfect for groups who want something different.
📍 1470 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy
🔗 gratefulshed.com
🎶 Best for: Dance nights, alt vibes, or something new
💡 Tip: Great spot to catch music during Dells events and holidays
📝 Honorable Mentions:
- Red’s Piano Bar – Live music at the Kalahari resort
- Fawn Creek Winery – Live music with wine & cheese on select weekends
- The Keg – Occasional solo performers downtown
🎵 Tips:
- Follow your favorite venues on Facebook — they often post lineups weekly
- Summer weekends offer the best variety
- Tip the band 🎸
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