Waukesha · Waukesha County, WI

Live music in Waukesha

Scout analyzed 65 Waukesha places and surfaced the ones that actually fit live music.

Places analyzed

65

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Scout-verified spots

Waukesha County Expo Center

Arts & Culture

Waukesha County Expo Center

The Waukesha County Expo Center is a large venue for various public events like craft fairs, animal shows, or conventions. Plan for a 3-hour visit, with entry fees and potential purchases ranging from $10-$50 per person.

Live musicShoppingSports
$10–$50 typical3 hr visiteasy parking
K1 Speed Milwaukee

Family

K1 Speed Milwaukee

K1 Speed is an indoor go-karting venue perfect for an energetic outing, especially with a group or for a birthday. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-70 per person for racing and basic food.

FoodSportsAdventurous
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Springs Water Park

Family

Springs Water Park

This water park is a good half-day outing for families, often paired with an overnight stay at an attached hotel. Expect to spend $30-70 per person on entry and concessions.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Sunset Playhouse

Arts & Culture

Sunset Playhouse

Sunset Playhouse is a classic indoor theater experience, ideal for an evening show as a date night or family outing. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $25-60 per person for tickets, potentially more for concessions.

Live musicArtsShopping
$25–$60 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Tally's Tap & Eatery

Food & Drink

Tally's Tap & Eatery

Tally's Tap & Eatery offers casual American comfort food and craft beer in a gastropub setting, suitable for an easy meal with family or friends. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Good Eats Cafe

Food & Drink

Good Eats Cafe

Good Eats Cafe is suitable for a casual brunch or breakfast, often paired with a morning errand run or a weekend start. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$15–$30 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Coffeeville Company

Food & Drink

Coffeeville Company

Coffeeville Company is suitable for a quick breakfast or a casual coffee break, often pairing with errands or a quiet work session. Expect to spend $8-25 per person for a typical visit lasting less than an hour.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$8–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Dady-Oh's Restaurant

Food & Drink

Dady-Oh's Restaurant

This old-fashioned diner is a good spot for a casual breakfast or brunch with family. Expect to spend an hour and around $10-25 per person for a meal.

FoodHistoryRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Magellan’s On Main Street

Food & Drink

Magellan’s On Main Street

Magellan's is a casual spot for pizza and local brews, good for a relaxed meal or watching a game. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit of about 90 minutes.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Stone Creek Coffee - Delafield

Food & Drink

Stone Creek Coffee - Delafield

This coffee shop is good for a casual solo stop or a quick meet-up, easily paired with errands. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sobelman’s of Waukesha

Nightlife

Sobelman’s of Waukesha

Sobelman's is a casual spot for burgers and Bloody Marys, suitable for a relaxed lunch or dinner outing. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Joey's Diner

Food & Drink

Joey's Diner

Joey's Diner is a classic American spot for a casual and affordable meal, suitable for a quick breakfast or lunch. It's a good place to grab a bite with family or on your own, typically costing $10-$25 per person for a visit of under an hour.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Mom's Kitchen Waukesha

Food & Drink

Mom's Kitchen Waukesha

Mom's Kitchen is suitable for a casual meal, whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person for a typical meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Crossings Restaurant

Food & Drink

The Crossings Restaurant

The Crossings Restaurant is a classic diner for a casual and affordable meal, especially breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend under $25 per person and stay for about 45 minutes.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Michael's Italian Restaurant

Sunset Heights

Michael's Italian Restaurant

Michael's Italian Restaurant is a classic choice for a dinner outing, offering traditional Italian food and wine. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person for a full meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Mainstream Bar and Grill

Nightlife

Mainstream Bar and Grill

Mainstream Bar and Grill is a good spot for a casual evening out with friends, especially if you enjoy sports, karaoke, and custom burgers. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $15-35 per person for a meal and a drink.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Tofte's Table

Food & Drink

Tofte's Table

Tofte's Table is a good choice for a dinner out, offering refined American comfort food. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person, making it suitable for a date or a family meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Mama D's Coffee - Wales

Wales Station

Mama D's Coffee - Wales

Mama D's Coffee is a casual stop for a quick coffee and a bite to eat, suitable for a relaxed morning or afternoon. Expect to spend 30 minutes to an hour and around $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Steaming Cup

Food & Drink

The Steaming Cup

This coffee shop is a good spot for a casual solo or small group visit for coffee and a light bite, perhaps before or after exploring downtown Waukesha. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and around $10-25 per person.

FoodShoppingArts
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Goddess and the Baker, Corners of Brookfield, WI

Food & Drink

Goddess and the Baker, Corners of Brookfield, WI

Goddess and the Baker is a good spot for a casual breakfast or lunch, offering cafe fare and baked goods. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit of about an hour.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Rox Bar & Grille

Nightlife

Rox Bar & Grille

Rox Bar & Grille is suitable for an evening out with friends, offering bar food, craft beers, and entertainment like karaoke or pool. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for drinks and a meal.

FoodCocktailsSports
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Boscos Social Club

Nightlife

Boscos Social Club

Boscos Social Club is a casual spot for an evening drink, often featuring live music and outdoor games. Expect to spend $10-$30 per person for an hour or two of relaxed socializing.

CocktailsLive musicSports
$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Frame Park

Outdoors

Frame Park

Frame Park is a great spot for a free outdoor excursion, perfect for a couple of hours of walking or relaxing. It can be paired with a nearby picnic or a coffee shop visit before or after.

OutdoorsViewsWellness
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts

Arts & Culture

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts

This venue is good for an evening of live performance or art viewing. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and tickets typically range from $25-$100 per person.

Live musicArtsRelaxed
$25–$100 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 37 of the 65 analyzed Waukesha places fit live music.
  • 30% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 73% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Social, Relaxed, Playful, Adventurous, Scenic, Educational.

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