Get ready, Madison! The countdown to 2025 is on, and we’ve got your guide to the hottest events in the city and beyond. Whether you’re looking for live music, family-friendly fun, or late-night parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as we say goodbye to 2024.

Featured Event

• Showboat Saloon (Wisconsin Dells): DJ Fusion, 9 PM – 4 AM – Keep the dance floor alive all night with electrifying beats and good vibes only.

Madison and Surrounding Area Events

Live Music & Performances

• Alchemy Cafe: Nuggernaut with Robin Lee & Adam Ginsberg, WORT-FM benefit. (10 PM, $15)
• Bierock: Forró Fo Sho. (8 PM)
• Bowl-a-Vard Lanes: Sunset Strip. (8 PM)
• Buck & Honey’s, Sun Prairie: Jerry Fitzpatrick (5:30 PM); James Crockett (9 PM).
• Cafe Carpe, Fort Atkinson: Chris Hanson Band. (5:30 PM, $65 includes dinner; $40 show only. Tickets: cafecarpe.com)
• Cafe Coda: Hanah Jon Taylor, DJ M. White, and more, with comedy by D-Rock and Craig White. (7 PM, $22.50; late session at 10:30 PM, $25. Tickets: cafecoda.club)
• Cardinal Bar: DJs Fuzzy Duck and Sarah Akawa. (9 PM – 3 AM, $10)
• Crystal Corner: Hometown Sweethearts. (9 PM, $20)
• Essen Haus: Gary Beal Band. (9 PM)
• Gamma Ray: Natty Nation, Ghostland Radio, and DJ Harshbeats. (9 PM)
• Garver Feed Mill: “New Year’s Revolution” with Seasaw, Heavy Looks, Cribshitter, and DJ Kayla Kush. (8 PM – 1 AM, intergalactic attire encouraged)
• Harmony Bar: Combo Noir. (9 PM, $20; $15 advance)
• High Noon Saloon: The Kissers (5 PM, $15; free ages 12 and under); Granny Shot (9:30 PM, $18. Tickets: high-noon.com)
• Majestic Theatre: Armchair Boogie, Them Coulee Boys, and Joseph Huber. (8:30 PM)
• North Street Cabaret: Reverend Raven & the Chain Smokin’ Altar Boys featuring Westside Andy. (8 PM, $30 advance. Tickets: eventbrite.com)
• Red Rock Saloon: Garrett Speer. (8 PM, $50. Tickets: redrockmadison.com)

Comedy & Family-Friendly Fun

• Comedy on State: Laugh out loud with Jon Dore. (Shows at 5 PM, 7:30 PM, and 10 PM. Tickets: madisoncomedy.com)
• Monona Terrace: US Bank Eve family activities and fireworks. (5 PM – 9 PM, free)
• Bartell Theatre: “Ball Drop Blitz” short plays created in 24 hours. (8 PM, $25. Tickets: bartelltheatre.org)
• Madison Children’s Museum: Baby New Year Party (9 AM – 10:30 AM), Glow Zone activities (10 AM – 11:30 AM), NYE Dance Party (2 PM – 3:30 PM, $12 admission).
• Keva Sports Center, Middleton: My Family New Year’s Eve with music, games, and performances. (2 PM – 8 PM, $24; free for ages 2 and under. Tickets: kevasports.com)
• New Year’s Eve Cheese Drop, Monroe: Beer garden (3 PM), activities (4 PM), cheese drop (5 PM). Free event.

Plan Your Night!

Whether you’re dancing the night away with DJ Fusion at the Showboat Saloon, rocking out to live music, or enjoying family-friendly events, Madison has the perfect celebration for you. Let’s ring in 2025 with good vibes, great company, and unforgettable memories.

Happy New Year from all of us at JAMZ!