Badgerland Bluegrass Music Association

bluegrass jam at the gig- Milwaukee
2026-03-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-01 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-22 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | The Gig
Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Jam, Sundays 1-4pm at The Gig, 1132 E Wright St. Milwaukee, WI. Bluegrass instruments (banjo, mandolin, guitar, Dobro, string bass, fiddle) & singers of acoustic Country songs are welcome. New participants are expected to be able to play/accompany some standard fiddle tunes, breakdowns and songs from the core Bluegrass repertoire, a post under Units provides titles, artists & keys for typical material played at the Jam. Those who wish to simply listen are also welcome!
Start time of jam may vary on Sundays that the Packers play at noon. For more info about the Bluegrass Jam at the Gig, see Bluegrass Jam @ the Gig on facebook.

ROUTE 20 BLUEGRASS JAM - STURTEVANT
2026-03-05 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-02-19 18:00 - 20:30 | ROUTE 20 MUSIC BAR AND GRILL, 14001 WASHINGTON AVE, STURTEVANT, WI, 53117, United States
The Route 20 Bluegrass Jam in Sturtevant, WI is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 6-8:30pm and is hosted by the KR Bluegrass Band.

Sugar Bush at OPE - West Allis
2026-03-04 19:00 - 21:00 | OPE Brewing Company, 6751 W. National Ave, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Sugar Bush will be playing at the Ope Brewing Co. in West Allis on March 4 starting at 7pm. Free admission.

602 CLUB APPLETON BLUEGRASS JAM
2026-03-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-18 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00 | 602 Club, 602 N Lawe St, Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
You’re invited to a Bluegrass and fiddle picking session hosted by Fox Valley Pickers 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month. If you love the sound of banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar and bass this jam is for you.We get together every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at the 602 club in Appleton, WI to jam bluegrass and fiddle music.
All levels welcome. Acoustic instruments only, no percussion please. Listeners are welcome if there is room. Please do not attend if you have a cold or do not feel well.
If you want to play and practice picking bluegrass and fiddle music in a welcoming and supportive group, please join us.
Small sample of the type of tunes we jam:Cripple Creek, Roll In My Sweet Baby’s Arms, Sitting On Top Of The World, Blue Ridge Cabin Home, Foggy Mountain Breakdown, Red Haired Boy, Nine Pound Hammer, Will The Circle Be Unbroken, Whiskey Before Breakfast, Worried Man Blues, Arkansas Traveler, Bury Me Beneath The Willow, Soldiers Joy.
Jam starts at 6pm on the first Wednesday of the month. Jam starts at 6:30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

MARTY'S RESTAURANT BLUEGRASS JAM- WATERFORD
2026-03-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00 | MARTY’S RESTAURANT, 201 W. MAIN STREET, WATERFOR, WI, 53185, United States
BLUEGRASS JAM IN WATERFORD, WI. 1ST AND 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

SHOWMAN & COOLE- ANODYNE COFFEE MILWAUKEE
2026-03-01 18:00 - 21:00 | ANODYNE COFFE, 224 W. BRUCE STREET, MILWAUKEE, WI, United States
John Showman (fiddle) and Chris Coole (Clawhammer banjo) of the Lonesome Ace Stringband make a tour stop in Milwaukee on March 1 at Anodyne Coffee. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Here is a you tube link of John and Chris playing the John Hartford song Back In the Goodle Days. https://youtu.be/iyEDZ7KMs3k?si=7bJAo5CskwySoW2R

Chris Coole & John Showman Anodyne Coffee- Milwaukee
2026-03-01 18:00 - 21:00 | ANODYNE COFFE, 224 W. BRUCE STREET, MILWAUKEE, WI, United States
$15 adv / $20 at the door (advance sales until 3pm day of show, then available at the door). Doors at 5:00pm, showtime 6:00pm. ALL AGES! General Admission ticket includes a combination of limited seating and standing room. Seating is first come first serve. Tickets are nonrefundable.
Chris Coole + John Showman
Through twenty-five years and thousands of shows together in bands such as The Foggy Hogtown Boys and The Lonesome Ace Stringband, John Showman and Chris Coole have developed a deep and instinctual musical bond. Their music lurks in a truly unique space that is somewhere on the outskirts of old-time, bluegrass, and folk. The songs of John Hartford, Hank Williams, Dock Boggs, and The Band share space with the fiddle tunes of Eck Robertson and Ed Haley. The duo’s original songs and tunes take in all these vistas and paint something both personal and timely.
They have performed across North America and Europe at festivals such as Merlefest, Rockygrass, Winnipeg Folk Festival, Mariposa, Wintergrass, Gooikroots, and the John Hartford Memorial Festival. In 2022, the duo released two albums; Afield a collection of old-time fiddle tunes, and Much Further Out than Inevitable – A Tribute to Some Music of John Hartford. They are currently writing and releasing a steady stream of new and original singles and videos and have compiled this new music for a January 2026 release on CD and vinyl titled Big Wing.

BLUEGRASS SUNDAY at JACKASS SALOON- EAGLE
2026-03-01 14:00 - 17:00 | Jackass Saloon at Jennings Holler, W379 S9674, County Rd S, Eagle, WI, 53119, United States
Every Sunday, join us for an afternoon of foot-stompin’, picken & grinin Bluegrass Sundays at the Jackass Saloon.Hosted by Luke M Cerny & friends, this weekly gathering brings live bluegrass music to the saloon every Sunday afternoon, featuring rotating musicians, special guest performers, and a welcoming community vibe.Stay tuned for weekly updates announcing featured artists and event-specific drink specials tied to each Sunday’s showcase.
Time: 2:00–5:00 PMLocation:Jackass Saloon at Jennings HollerW379 S9674, County Rd SEagle, WI
Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and settle in for a Sunday tradition rooted in live music and good company.

YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND- COOPERAGE MILWAUKEE
2026-02-27 19:00 | COOPERAGE, 822 S. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

CHICKEN WIRE EMPIRE- LANDMARK CREDIT UNION LIVE MILWAUKEE
2026-02-25 18:30 - 21:30 | Landmark Credit Union Live, 1051 N Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Milwaukee! come check out this new venue! February 25 CHICKEN WIRE EMPIRE will be playing at Landmark Credit Union Live, at an exclusive community preview event.

They play 8:30-9:30. $10
100% of ticket proceeds will be donated to Grace Weber’s Music Lab, supporting music and arts education for Milwaukee area students.

https://www.ticketmaster.com/landm…/event/0700643DB3B96A38

BLUEGRASS SUNDAYS at JACKASS SALOON- EAGLE
2026-02-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Jackass Saloon at Jennings Holler, W379 S9674, County Rd S, Eagle, WI, 53119, United States

BARRED OWL STRING BAND THE GIG MILWAUKEE
2026-02-20 21:00 - 23:30 | The Gig

BLUEGRASS WHATEVERS- NASHVILLE NORTH MILWAUKEE
2026-02-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Nashville North, 1216 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Final show at Nashville North.

BLUEGRASS SUNDAYS at JACKASS SALOON- EAGLE
2026-02-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Jackass Saloon at Jennings Holler, W379 S9674, County Rd S, Eagle, WI, 53119, United States
Starting every Sunday February 15th, join us for an afternoon of foot-stompin’, picken & grinin Bluegrass Sundays at the Jackass Saloon.Hosted by Luke M Cerny & friends, this weekly gathering brings live bluegrass music to the saloon every Sunday afternoon, featuring rotating musicians, special guest performers, and a welcoming community vibe.Stay tuned for weekly updates announcing featured artists and event-specific drink specials tied to each Sunday’s showcase.
Time: 2:00–5:00 PMLocation:Jackass Saloon at Jennings HollerW379 S9674, County Rd SEagle, WI
Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and settle in for a Sunday tradition rooted in live music and good company.

Bluegrass Jam at the Gig - Milwaukee
2026-02-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-01 13:00 - 16:00 | The Gig

Sierra Hall & The Milk Carton Kids- Appleton
2026-02-14 19:00 | Poplar Hall – APPLETON, WI, 141 S. Riverheath Way, Appleton, WI, 54915, United States
Celebrate love, friendship, and great music this upcoming Valentine’s Day with two of Americana’s most captivating acts. Sierra Hull, a two-time Grammy nominee and six-time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year, brings her signature mandolin mastery and heartfelt style back to Poplar Hall. But this time she’ll be joined by The Milk Carton Kids, the acclaimed duo known for their stunning harmonies and sharp wit. Together, they’ll fill Poplar Hall with warmth, laughter, and acoustic music magic. It’s sure to be an extra special Valentine’s night on the river.

NEWFOUND ROAD- THE ARGO WHITEFISH BAY
2026-02-12 20:00 | The Argo, 334 E. Silver Spring Drive, Whitefish Bay, WI, 53217, United States
For over two decades, NewFound Road has been known for powerful harmonies, world-class musicianship, and songs that reach deep into the heart of American roots music. Founded in 2001, the band quickly carved out a reputation as one of the most dynamic groups in bluegrass and acoustic music.
With a sound built on soulful vocals, tight arrangements, and instrumental firepower, NewFound Road became a favorite on stages across the country, releasing a string of acclaimed albums and earning respect from fans and peers alike. Along the way, the band has shared their music everywhere from intimate listening rooms to major festivals, to the legendary stage of The Grand Ole Opry, leaving lasting impressions with their blend of tradition and innovation.

SAWDUST SYMPHONY DUO TIMBER CLUB CEDARBURG
2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Timber Club, W61N520 Washington Ave, Cedarburg, WI, 53012, United States
The Sawdust Symphony Due with Mike Mueller on the banjo will be playing at the Timber Club in Cedarburg. This venue features a bar, restaurant anad live music and is located behind the Stagecoach Inn Bed and Breakfast.

ROUTE 20 BLUEGRASS JAM -STURTEVANT
2026-02-05 18:00 - 20:30 | ROUTE 20 MUSIC BAR AND GRILL, 14001 WASHINGTON AVE, STURTEVANT, WI, 53117, United States

BLUEGRASS WHATEVERS- NASHVILLE NORTH MILWAUKEE
2026-02-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Nashville North, 1216 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Come check out some of Milwaukee’s finest Bluegrass players every Tuesday at Nashville North! They feature members of Chicken Wire Empire, The Milbillies and special guests along the way!

Bluegrass All Stars- Orson's Saloon Cudahy
2026-01-31 14:00 - 17:00 | Orson’s Saloon, 3558 E. Barnard Ave, Cudahy, WI, 53110, United States
The All Stars are a collection of fun-loving veteran musicians who grew up in bluegrass music. As the years rolled on, other forms of music and steadier paychecks helped stretch their sound. Returning to their bluegrass roots, these musical experiences melded to produce the All Star’s sound. Scruggs, Crow, Hank, and Haggard are all represented in any given show. Featuring Tom Schwark on mandolin and fiddle, Dan Nimphius on hard driving banjo and dobro, Steve Hajduch on the Gibson guitar, and long tall Jimmy Meyers slapping the old stand up bass. When the Bluegrass All Stars turn it on, you’ll find your face a-smilin’ and your toes a-tappin. Four guys singing bluegrass harmonies that are sure to hit that high lonesome spot in your heart.
