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Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins performs on stage, pointing with his left hand and playing a guitar.
Smashing Pumpkins
Oct 11 • 8:00PM
Kohl Center
Madison, WI
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the head and the heart singer performing on stage
The Head and The Heart
Jul 21 • 8:00PM
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Man playing a guitar on stage with a red curtain backdrop.
Phish
Jul 7 • 7:00PM
Kohl Center
Madison, WI
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modest mouse electric guitarist performing on stage
Modest Mouse
Sep 29 • 8:00PM
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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A musician plays guitar on stage in front of a blurred audience with warm stage lighting.
Noah Gundersen
Nov 2 • 7:30PM
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Sammy Rae and The Friends & Melt
Sammy Rae and The Friends & Melt
Oct 24 • 8:00PM
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Guitarist with colorful sweater on stage with bright lights
Snail Mail & Soccer Mommy
Oct 9 • 7:00PM
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Nitzer Ebb
Nitzer Ebb
Aug 23 • 8:00PM
Majestic Theatre Madison
Madison, WI
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A band performs on stage, with the lead singer in the foreground playing a red acoustic guitar.
American Aquarium
Oct 26 • 8:00PM
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Madison Alternative Schedule

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Jul 7
Tue • 7:00 PM
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Jul 7
7:00 PM
Phish
Kohl Center
Madison, WI
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Jul 8
Wed • 7:00 PM
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Jul 8
7:00 PM
Phish
Kohl Center
Madison, WI
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Jul 21
Tue • 8:00 PM
Tue
Jul 21
8:00 PM
The Head and The Heart
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Jul 30
Thu • 8:00 PM
Thu
Jul 30
8:00 PM
Slow Joy
The Annex At The Red Zone - Madison
Madison, WI
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Aug 1
Sat • 8:00 PM
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Aug 1
8:00 PM
Bit Brigade
Majestic Theatre Madison
Madison, WI
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Aug 1
Sat • 8:00 PM
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Aug 1
8:00 PM
Chuck Prophet
Atwood Music Hall
Madison, WI
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Aug 9
Sun • 6:00 PM
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Aug 9
6:00 PM
Six Feet Under, Kataklysm & Wormhole
The Annex At The Red Zone - Madison
Madison, WI
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Aug 14
Fri • 6:30 PM
Fri
Aug 14
6:30 PM
American Vanity
The Annex At The Red Zone - Madison
Madison, WI
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Aug 19
Wed • 8:00 PM
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Aug 19
8:00 PM
Jeffrey Nothing
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Aug 20
Thu • 8:00 PM
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Aug 20
8:00 PM
Dizgo & Hot Like Mars
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Aug 23
Sun • 8:00 PM
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Aug 23
8:00 PM
Nitzer Ebb
Majestic Theatre Madison
Madison, WI
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Aug 25
Tue • 7:30 PM
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Aug 25
7:30 PM
G. Love & Special Sauce
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Sep 3
Thu • 8:00 PM
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Sep 3
8:00 PM
Joe Crookston
The Bur Oak
Madison, WI
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Sep 15
Tue • 8:00 PM
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Sep 15
8:00 PM
Pokey LaFarge
Atwood Music Hall
Madison, WI
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Sep 26
Sat • 8:00 PM
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Sep 26
8:00 PM
The Disco Biscuits
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Sep 29
Tue • 8:00 PM
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Sep 29
8:00 PM
Modest Mouse
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Oct 1
Thu • 8:00 PM
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Oct 1
8:00 PM
Cheekface
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Oct 3
Sat • 8:00 PM
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Oct 3
8:00 PM
Cracker
Majestic Theatre Madison
Madison, WI
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Oct 5
Mon • 8:00 PM
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Oct 5
8:00 PM
Our Lady Peace
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Oct 7
Wed • 8:00 PM
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Oct 7
8:00 PM
Amelie Farren
Atwood Music Hall
Madison, WI
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Oct 9
Fri • 7:00 PM
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Oct 9
7:00 PM
Snail Mail & Soccer Mommy
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Oct 10
Sat • 8:00 PM
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Oct 10
8:00 PM
Katie Pruitt
Atwood Music Hall
Madison, WI
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Oct 11
Sun • 7:30 PM
Sun
Oct 11
7:30 PM
INOHA
Majestic Theatre Madison
Madison, WI
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Oct 11
Sun • 8:00 PM
Sun
Oct 11
8:00 PM
Smashing Pumpkins
Kohl Center
Madison, WI
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Oct 17
Sat • 7:00 PM
Sat
Oct 17
7:00 PM
The Menzingers
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Oct 18
Sun • 8:00 PM
Sun
Oct 18
8:00 PM
Eggy
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Oct 23
Fri • 8:00 PM
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Oct 23
8:00 PM
Dice
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Oct 24
Sat • 8:00 PM
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Oct 24
8:00 PM
Sammy Rae and The Friends & Melt
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Oct 26
Mon • 8:00 PM
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Oct 26
8:00 PM
American Aquarium
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Nov 2
Mon • 7:30 PM
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Nov 2
7:30 PM
Noah Gundersen
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Nov 6
Fri • 8:00 PM
Fri
Nov 6
8:00 PM
West 22nd - Band
Majestic Theatre Madison
Madison, WI
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Nov 7
Sat • 8:00 PM
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Nov 7
8:00 PM
Eivor
Atwood Music Hall
Madison, WI
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Nov 11
Wed • 8:00 PM
Wed
Nov 11
8:00 PM
Low Cut Connie
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Nov 12
Thu • 8:00 PM
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Nov 12
8:00 PM
Mustard Plug
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Nov 20
Fri • 8:00 PM
Fri
Nov 20
8:00 PM
The Jayhawks
Majestic Theatre Madison
Madison, WI
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Nov 22
Sun • 8:00 PM
Sun
Nov 22
8:00 PM
Craig Finn
Atwood Music Hall
Madison, WI
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Nov 22
Sun • 8:00 PM
Sun
Nov 22
8:00 PM
The Gringos
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Dec 16
Wed • 6:30 PM
Wed
Dec 16
6:30 PM
Little High, Little Low
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI
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Find the Best Alternative Concerts in Madison for 2026

Madison is a hub for exciting live entertainment. We've analyzed our sales data to bring you the most popular alternative concerts so you can easily plan your next outing.

Top 2026 Summer Alternative Concerts in Madison

Summer is the perfect time for live events in Madison! Check out this list of the top alternative concerts happening from May through September.

Event Name Date Venue Lowest Price
Phish Jul 7 Kohl Center $64
The Head and The Heart Jul 21 The Sylvee - WI $136
Slow Joy Jul 30 The Annex At The Red Zone - Madison $64
Bit Brigade Aug 1 Majestic Theatre Madison $45
Six Feet Under, Kataklysm & Wormhole Aug 9 The Annex At The Red Zone - Madison $76
American Vanity Aug 14 The Annex At The Red Zone - Madison $62
Nitzer Ebb Aug 23 Majestic Theatre Madison $68
G. Love & Special Sauce Aug 25 High Noon Saloon $81
Pokey LaFarge Sep 15 Atwood Music Hall $56
Modest Mouse Sep 29 The Sylvee - WI $116

Top Venues in Madison, WI

Modern hotel with glass facade and wood accents at sunset.
The Sylvee - WI
Madison, WI
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Art deco theater facade with elaborate detailing and large windows, illuminated by string lights.
Coronado Performing Arts Center
Rockford, IL
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A grand pipe organ and piano on a wooden stage in a concert hall.
Orpheum Theatre - Madison
Madison, WI
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Outdoor amphitheater with a curved roof at sunset, surrounded by rolling green hills and trees.
Alpine Valley Music Theatre
East Troy, WI
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Hard Rock Live - Rockford
Hard Rock Live - Rockford
Rockford, IL
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A historic theater with a marquee stands on a street at dusk, with modern buildings and trees in the background.
Majestic Theatre Madison
Madison, WI
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Outdoor concert at dusk with a band on stage, screens on the sides, and an audience seated at picnic tables.
Breese Stevens Field
Madison, WI
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Overture Hall At Overture Center for the Arts
Overture Hall At Overture Center for the Arts
Madison, WI
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Brewery with large copper kettles, stainless steel tanks, and a bar area with glassware.
Wisconsin Brewing Company Park
Oconomowoc, WI
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A silhouetted figure with arms raised in a crowd at a vibrant, colorful concert.
Oshkosh Arena
Oshkosh, WI
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