Enjoy Live Music Events All Year Long
Beaver Dam Nightlife and Music Scene
Looking for exciting nightlife and live music in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin? You’ve come to the right place! Beaver Dam is a year-round destination for live music, concerts, and performances, offering something for everyone—from outdoor summer festivals to cozy indoor shows.
Explore a wide range of music venues in Beaver Dam, each with its own unique vibe. Enjoy concerts under the stars at scenic locations like Swan Park and Tahoe Park, or unwind with lakeside views at bars and restaurants featuring live entertainment. Many local restaurants with live music also offer outdoor patios perfect for summer nights.
Beaver Dam is home to popular annual events including the Wisconsin Arts and Peony Festival, Beaverfest, Oktoberfest, and the Dodge County Fair—all known for showcasing top local and regional music talent.
Top venues for live music in Beaver Dam include:
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or just a night out, Beaver Dam nightlife offers the perfect mix of music, atmosphere, and community spirit. Discover why so many visitors return again and again for the best live music in Dodge County.
Summer Nights and Stage Lights: Outdoor Music Venues
Jam By The Dam Concerts
96 La Crosse St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Tahoe Park
A free summer concert series that takes place at Tahoe Park on Beaver Dam Lake one Friday a month in June, July, and August. The concerts are sponsored by generous local businesses and the Beaver Dam Recreation Department.
2026 Summer Concert Series Lineup:
Jam by the Dam at Tahoe Park | 6 PM – 9 PM | Friday Nights
June 26: Frank Childress & The Main Street Band (Blues, Country & Motown)
July 24: TBD
August 28 : Mood Medication (Alternative + Rock)
Swan Park Wednesday Night Concerts
316 E South St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Music in Swan Park Summer Concert Series is free and presented by the City of Beaver Dam Recreation Department on Wednesday nights beginning in June. They also offer free activities before the live music begins including crafts, face painting, giant games, bags, and more! Bench seating is available but feel free to bring your own comfy lawn chair and blanket. Activities for all ages from 6 pm – 8 pm.
2026 Wednesday Night Live Concerts | Swan Park | 7 PM – 8:30 PM
✨ June 10: Eric Diamond Band (Wisconsin’s favorite Neil Diamond tribute)
✨ June 17: Beaver Dam Community Band
✨ June 24: Eddie Rivers & the Wurlitzer Kings (Western swing, rockabilly & vintage country)
✨ July 1: Elwood Lee Band
✨ July 8: Rural Route 3
✨ July 15: Beaver Dam Community Band
✨ July 22: Poverty & Panic
✨ July 29: Beaver Dam Community Band
Edwin Brix Vineyard
N4595 Welsh Rd, Juneau, WI 53039
Edwin Brix Vineyard & Sell Family Wines is located outside of Juneau, Wisconsin and is Dodge County’s first licensed winery. They grow a variety of red and white cold hardy grapes to produce their high quality wines. One hundred percent of their wines are made from grapes they grow.
Every Sunday from 2 pm to 4 pm they feature their Summer Sounds Live Music lineup beginning May 24 – October 13. Visit their website or Facebook page to find a complete list of wines, hours and full schedule of live music.
Ooga Brewing Company
301 S Spring St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Ooga Brewing Company is a small-batch brewery serving a rotating selection of ales, IPAs, lagers, and porters, all brewed on-site. Enjoy indoor and outdoor seating, live music, and a selection of snacks and appetizers—or bring in food from your favorite local restaurant. Don’t miss Holla!, their World Beer Cup Gold Medal-winning brew. They also host an annual Oktoberfest celebration on September 12, making it a must-visit spot for craft beer and music lovers! Visit their Facebook page or website to stay up to date on their music events, new brews, and taproom menu.
Seippel Concert Series
1605 N Spring St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Enjoy an evening of free live music at the Seippel Center for Music and Arts. Bring your picnic blankets, chairs, and snacks! Live music begins at 6:30 pm unless otherwise noted.
June 16: Bobby Evans & The Alimony Band
June 23: Just Us
June 30: Elwood Lee
July 7: UW Marching Band & Elwood Lee
July 14: Band O’Barley
July 21: Joseph Huber
July 28: Reilly
Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre
117 W. Maple Ave., Beaver Dam, WI 53916
The Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre offers live music performances, theatre shows, events and programs throughout the year. View their 2026 schedule and purchase tickets HERE.
2026 Performance Schedule:
March 7: Joseph Huber Band featuring Kenny Leiser
March 7: Complaint Department & Lemonade
March 8: One Voice Children’s Chorus Concert
March 28-29: Wizard of Oz & Toto Too
April 11-12: Loca Vocals “Come Go With Us”
April 16-19: Mission: Improv-able
April 26: Paddle City Big Band
May 13: Sail On Beach Boys Tribute
June 18-28: High School Production TBD
July 8-11: Sally Sells Sea Shells
July 16-18: The SpongeBob Musical
July 31-August 9: Shrek, The Musical
September 18-20: Mission Improv-able
October 9-18: Zombie Temps from Outer Space
October 25: One Voice Children’s Chorus Concert
November 6-15: What the Constitution Means to Me
November 22: Paddle City Big Band
December 3-6: Murd-arrr! Pirates of the Salty Dog (Murder Mystery Dinner Theater)
December 13: One Voice Children’s Chorus Concert
Dodge County Concert Association
https://concertassociation.net/beaverdamwi/
Since 1947, the Dodge County Concert Association has brought outstanding live music to Beaver Dam at an incredible value. Founded by local music enthusiasts, this volunteer-led nonprofit presents five professional concerts each season (fall through spring) at the Beaver Dam High School Auditorium. Through an affordable season membership, audiences enjoy a wide variety of musical styles—from jazz and bluegrass to Broadway, pop, and classical—featuring talented performers from across the country and around the world.
2026–2027 Season Lineup:
- Shake, Rattle & Roll – Step into the electrifying energy of the 1950s
- Garth LIVE! – A high-energy tribute to the music of Garth Brooks
- Tap Into Soul – Multi-octave vocals blended with world-class tap dancing
- Vinyl to Vocal – Six Appeal – A cappella harmonies that take you back in time
- Will Martin – World-class vocalist and entertainer from New Zealand
Experience the power of live performance – right here in Beaver Dam and purchase your season tickets HERE!
Main Stage Magic at the Dodge County Fair
Get ready for three unforgettable nights of music at the Dodge County Fair Main Stage—where the lights shine bright, the crowd comes alive, and the music echoes through the fairgrounds! Whether you’re a fan of classic hits, country rock, or chart-topping talent, we’ve got a lineup that will have you dancing under the stars.
2026 Dodge County Fair Main Stage Schedule:
Wednesday, August 20: Phil Vassar at 8 PM
Thursday, August 21: Vincent Mason at 8 PM
Friday, August 22: George Thorogood & the Destroyers at 8 PM
Main Stage shows are included with fair admission— grab a fair snack, a tasty beverage and enjoy the music! Learn more about all the events and activities happening at the Dodge County Fair and grab your tickets HERE!
Looking for more things to do in Beaver Dam? Spend a day on the water kayaking or fishing Beaver Dam Lake, take a day trip to the Horicon Marsh and hike the trails, or visit one of our many city and county parks. Take the kids to the new Splash Pad at Swan Park or spend the day at one of our golf courses. Explore all of your options and start planning your visit today!