Waukesha's Friday Night Live

06/04/2026

Friday Night Live is Back in Waukesha! 🎶

Summer nights are heating up in Waukesha as Friday Night Live kicks off its first week with an incredible lineup of local talent!

• Windy Hope
• Lindsay & Jon
• Boba Beats Bash
• Sadie & Fredneck
• Sound Therapy
• Block Party
• Hot Reds
• Katie Mack & The Moan

Grab your friends, enjoy downtown, and kick off the weekend with great live music, food, and summer energy all night long!

06/02/2026

🍻 NEW FOR 2026: Friday Night Live D.O.R.A.! 🎶

For the first time ever, Friday Night Live attendees can enjoy adult beverages outdoors within the designated Downtown Waukesha D.O.R.A. (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area) during the event.

Before you head downtown this Friday for a historical Friday Night Live event, take a moment to review this helpful info!
A few important reminders:
🔹 You must be 21 or older
🔹 No outside alcohol is permitted within the D.O.R.A.
🔹 Beverages must be purchased from participating establishments
🔹 Drinks must remain within the posted D.O.R.A. boundaries
🔹 D.O.R.A. beverage sales end at 9:00 PM
🔹 Patrons may continue enjoying beverages until 9:30 PM

Scan the QR code in the graphics for additional information.

We look forward to celebrating a safe, fun, and successful Friday Night Live season with you!

06/01/2026

New this year!!

05/29/2026

Shirts at both Distinktive Merch Co and Burlap & Lace Marketplace !

🎶 Waukesha's Friday Night Live shirts are here! 🎶

Show your Waukesha pride and celebrate another season of Friday Night Live with the official 2026 tie-dye tees!

Available now at Distinktive Merch Co. or Burlap & Lace Marketplace while supplies last. Stop in and grab your favorite color before they're gone.

📍 Distinktive Merch Co. 380 W. Main St.
📍Burlap & Lace - 272 W. Main St.

Which color is your favorite? 💚💙🧡💜🖤

05/27/2026

Sarah and her team at Distinktive Merch Co do an amazing job for us every year! This years design screams 70's Partridge Family vibes!

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our country. This Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude for their sacrifice and the freedoms they helped protect.

05/09/2026

****UPDATED*****
🎶 IT'S HERE 🎶
The Friday Night Live 2026 lineup has officially dropped- and it's better than ever!
🗓 Every Friday Night from June 5 to August 28.
❌️ No event July 3rd
🎤 8 stages across Fowntown Waukesha.
Check out the full schedule, save the dates and bring the crew Downtown

04/11/2026

It's time to make room for 2026 merchandise....coming soon! Hurry in to Burlap & Lace Marketplace for the deals!

****BLOW OUT SALE ALERT!!****
All remaining 2024 & 2025 Waukesha's Friday Night Live T's and Tanks $5.00!!!
Hurry in! Not much left!

01/01/2026

We wish you a Happy New Year 🎉
Cheers to another year of music, community, and unforgettable Friday nights in downtown Waukesha ✨

2026 — we’re ready for you.

12/27/2025

We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas! 🎄
Thank you for continuing to support downtown Waukesha and our incredible local businesses — we’re grateful for this community and excited for what’s ahead. ✨