Here’s your guide to live music opportunities for all tastes in Janesville for the rest of the summer!
Written By: Ava Sterbin
🎵Rock County 4-H Fair
Grab a friend or two and check out the oldest 4-H fair in the United States, the Rock County 4-H Fair! This week-long extravaganza holds grandstand entertainment acts with talented, nationally known artists. The fair also showcases youth projects, animals, a carnival, and your favorite fair foods available for purchase.
July 25 | LOCASH
July 27 | Chayce Beckham
🎵Hedberg Harmony: Dulcimer Dozen
Travel to our local Hedberg Public Library and enjoy live dulcimer music in the Fireplace Room. Listen to a wide variety of dulcimer music and try something new.
July 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 28 | Hedberg Harmony: Dulcimer Dozen
🎵Janesville Farmers Market
The Janesville Farmers Market is a perfect place where shopping and tunes collide! Shop this locally sourced-only market and listen to live music or local DJs every Saturday now through October. Bring the whole family, grab breakfast from a nearby food truck, and enjoy the music!
Saturdays | Janesville Farmers Market
🎵Live Music @ Bodacious Brew
Sit back and sip a latte or two while enjoying music with a beautiful view on the Bodacious outdoor patio.
July 25, 26, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | Live Music @ the Bodacious Brew
🎵Live Music @ Fermenting Cellars
Looking to enjoy a variety of different music artists with your favorite glass of wine? Music, wine, and nature collide at Fermenting Cellars Winery! Sit and sip as you watch these talented artists.
August 3, 18 | Live Music @ Fermenting Cellars Winery
🎵Live Music @ Genisa Wine Bar
Order housemade limoncello or tiramisu off Genisa’s delicious, Italian-inspired menu as you listen to live music on their outdoor patio overlooking the Rock River as string lights twinkle overhead.
August 1 & 23 | Live Music @ Genisa Wine Bar
🎵Live Music @ Northleaf Winery
Enjoy your favorite flavors with friends as you listen to live, local musicians at Northleaf Winery. Listen from their gorgeous outdoor deck or inside during inclement weather. Wine, beer, and appetizers are available for purchase at your pleasure. Grab a friend or a few and get to listening!
Fridays | Live Music @ Northleaf Winery
🎵Live Music @ the Looking Glass
Head down to The Looking Glass for some tasty cuisine and drinks on tap as you listen to your favorites. Come early for their Sunday morning brunch with menu favorites like Cheesecake Waffles, Bloody Mary Burger, and the Wisco Skillet.
July 28, August 4 & 18 | Live Music @ the Looking Glass
🎵Live Music @ Retro City Rockade
Admission to Retro City Rockade for this Friday night feature includes performances by Dark Sun, Apex Aura, and Trash Pandas plus unlimited play on all arcade machines and 25-cent pinball.
August 16 | Live Music @ Retro City Rockade
🎵Live Music @ Timber Hill Winery
Summer afternoons are meant for exquisite wines, enchanting melodies, and unforgettable moments as you listen to live music performed by local musicians.
July 28, August 4, 11, 18, 25 | Live Music @ Timber Hill Winery
🎵Lunch & Tunes
The Lunch & Tunes series is something for the entire family to enjoy! Take a trip to our beloved town square and enjoy good eats from local food trucks and great music at Festival Street. Bring your kids and partake in kids entertainment from 11:30 AM – 12 PM, then sit back and experience live music from 12 PM – 1:30 PM.
July 26, August 2 & 9 | Lunch & Tunes
🎵Music at the Marv
Experience this favorite summertime tradition brought to you by the City of Janesville Recreation Division and Downtown Janesville, Inc. This series showcases local and regional acts from all of your favorite genres. Beer and food will be available for purchase.
July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27 | Music @ the Marv
🎵Music on the Patio
Join Acoustic Reverie at Sammy’s Hilltop for live music on the patio – playing a variety of country, rock, and pop acoustic covers.
July 28 | Live Music at Sammy’s Hilltop
🎵Night on Festival
Take on the town with Night on Festival! Take a trip to our beloved Town Square and enjoy good eats from local food trcuks and music by Floyd & Associates. Enjoy yard games and cool off in The Bubbler as you and your family experience this musical event.
August 15 | Night on the Festival
🎵Summer Classics Music Series at Rotary Botanical Gardens
Experience and walk through nature at Rotary Botanical Gardens while listening to timeless classical instruments including harp, violin, flute, and more. The majority of this 20-acre garden is wheelchair and stroller accessible with paths and benches for everyone to take in the breathtaking sights.
August 11 | Summer Classics Music Series at Rotary Botanical Gardens
Be sure to check our events calendar for more Janesville events and dates! Our calendar is updated consistently for your convenience and for the best experience.
