Harmony Bar & Grill

2201 Atwood Ave, Madison

Website ↗(608) 249-4333

Hours: Mon–Thu 11am–12am · Fri–Sat 11am–2am · Sun 11am–12am

Upcoming shows27 listings

Fri, Sep 11

9:00pmNester/Rogue PlanetExperimental indie pop with Rogue Planet opening$10 cover

Sat, Sep 12

9:00pmGypsy VannerTrio with shared love of music and The Beatles$10 cover

Mon, Sep 14

D5:30pmDavid Landau Kid ShowBring your kids to the best show in town. David mesmerizes the the kids with the best kids music around. We’ll have our kid menu in full swing. It’s a good time for the whole family! $5 cover. 5:30 start time.

Tue, Sep 15

S6:30pmMadison Bluegrass RoundaboutMonthly bluegrass series featuring Soggy Prairie and guest artists Old Time NouveauNo cover

Thu, Sep 17

6:30pmDavid RogersClassical and contemporary guitar including Spanish, pop, Bach and original compositionsNo cover

Fri, Sep 18

9:00pmBentle Brontosaurus/Parting BlueIndie-pop and indie/alternative rock$10 cover

Tue, Sep 22

6:30pmBigtoothBluegrass-inspired musicNo cover

Sat, Sep 26

8:00pmVan Orman and HelwinSongs of love and loss with country, blues, folk, and psych-folk elements

Sun, Sep 27

5:00pmThe Cajun StrangersThey’re back! The Cajun Strangers are an award-winning band from Madison, Wisconsin, that plays traditional Cajun dance music, as you would hear down in Southwest Louisiana and East Texas. A Madison institution, they’ve been playing dances, festivals, events, and backyards for nearly 20 years. $10 suggested donation. 5pm start time.

Tue, Sep 29

6:30pm2 For The ShowTwo-guitar team harmonizing covers and original compositions

Wed, Sep 30

6:30pmJohn Masino and Thomas Heiber CobbClassic rock guitarist and singer-songwriter

Thu, Oct 1

D6:30pmDry River GoatsOriginal music blending folk, alt country and Americana

Fri, Oct 2

S9:00pmSean Michael Dargan TrioSean Michael Dargan’s seventh album, “Dazzle Camouflage” is available now. The full-length features twelve new original SMD songs, including a smokin’ co-write with Nick Seward of Flat Atom, “Crush of Snow.” SMD handles the guitars and lead vocals, and is joined by longtime stalwart bandmates: drummer Bill Guestchow, and bassist Joe Lampe $10 cover. 9pm start time. 21+

Sat, Oct 3

8:00pmChris PowersChris Powers, a native of Philadelphia, PA, picked up the guitar at the age of 14, and within a few years knew the chords to every Beatles song. After graduating from Beloit College, he settled in Madison and began organizing a series of successful string bands, including the string-jazz trio Nobody’s Bizness (featuring Mary Gaines plucking bass lines on her cello) and the long-lived Bluegrass Survivors. He toured Wisconsin for many years with the UW-Extension’s Heritage Ensemble – mixing folk music with American History, and played guitar in the orchestra of several Madison Theater productions. No cover. 8pm start time.

Sun, Oct 4

G4:00pmGaines & WagonerGaines & Wagoner is an award-winning musical duo based in Madison, WI, consisting of husband-and-wife multi-instrumentalists Mary Gaines and Chris Wagoner. The duo is known for an eclectic mix of Americana, spanning vintage jazz, blues, folk, bluegrass, and honky-tonk. Their performances are characterized by "high-wire" improvisational chemistry and humorous stage banter. . $15 suggested donation. 4pm start time.

Tue, Oct 6

M7:00pmMixed Open MicJoin our host, Max, and make some beautiful music together. Sign up is 6:30 with performances starting at 7pm. Bring your guitar and show us what you’ve got!

Thu, Oct 8

6:30pmBomber & RedFormed in 2019 when Laura Bomber and (Red) Ben Lila began writing and performing together, the band grew its earthy, heartfelt sound over years of collaboration before expanding in 2024 with the addition of Paul Bannach and Sheilagh Dandy Lyon. Bomber & Red delivers powerhouse vocal harmonies, skillful musicianship, and resonant lyricism—music that draws you in and sends chills up your spine. Their performances blend folk, Americana, and soulful storytelling into a sound that lingers long after the final chord fades, leaving audiences with a deeply personal connection. No cover. 6:30pm start time.

Sat, Oct 10

D9:00pmThe DroorsThe Droors are a Doors cover band with dedicated members from the Sheboygan, Milwaukee, and Madison areas of Wisconsin. It started as a fun side project, but quickly grew into an act with an enthusiastic following that continues to gather momentum. The Droors take pride in their reputation for sounding as good as The Doors. The Doors are a universally loved classic rock band and tribute bands for them are rare. The Droors have been playing in rock bands for the majority of their lives. The one thing they have in common is a mutual love of The Doors. If you are a Doors fan, their hope is to awe you. If you are not familiar with The Doors, our goal is to make you a fan. $10 cover. 9pm start time. 21+

Tue, Oct 13

6:30pmRobert JRobert J. is an award-winning singer/songwriter/recording artist who has been a mainstay in the Wisconsin music scene for decades. 2026 has been especially rewarding for the Madison troubadour. The Madison Area Music Association honored him with its Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the local music scene and for founding Mama Cares, a program that supports musicians during medical emergencies and family crises. At the annual awards show, he also won five MAMAs, including Album of the Year for Miscellaneous Me, Singer/Songwriter Performer of the Year, and Song of the Year in both the blues and jazz categories. This spring marks 40 years since he released his first LP, Boys Town, recorded at Smart Studios with producer Butch Vig. 6:30 start time. No cover.

Wed, Oct 14

6:30pmAnnie & the OakiesBlend of country, roots, bluegrass and folk

Thu, Oct 15

6:30pmStop And ListenThe Stop and Listen plays old-time stringband music with a unique set of instruments and voices. We specialize in fiddle tunes, old-time songs, jug band numbers, and country blues. They bring some serious drive and groove with harmonicas (sometimes a couple at once), extraordinary improvisation on cello and fiddle, banjos of uncompromising size, and a bass with a chip on its shoulder. Songs are sung with an old-time swagger, harmonies included. No cover. 6:30 Start time.

Sun, Oct 18

4:00pmThe Cajun StrangersThe Cajun Strangers are an award-winning band from Madison, Wisconsin, that plays traditional Cajun dance music, as you would hear down in Southwest Louisiana and East Texas. A Madison institution, they’ve been playing dances, festivals, events, and backyards for nearly 20 years. Start time 4pm. $10 suggested donation

Tue, Oct 20

M6:30pmMadison Bluegrass RoundaboutMadison's hardest working Bluegrass band, Soggy Prairie, is proud to host the Madison Bluegrass Roundabout, a monthly Tuesday night series highlighting Southern Wisconsin's Bluegrass scene. The series will feature new and upcoming bands, as well as well-established groups. Each month will feature a set from Soggy Prairie followed by a set from guest artists Ham ‘n Eggers. No cover. 6:30pm start time.

Thu, Oct 22

H6:30pmHarmonious: A Songwriters’ ShowcaseSeason two begins tonight! The “Harmonious” songwriter’s showcase at Harmony Bar & Grill will feature Madison favorites musicians. Host and organizer JT Spartz (Dogtown Hollow) will emcee the round-robin style showcase. 6:30pm start time. No cover

Sat, Oct 24

N9:00pmThe New Roots RockersThe New Roots Rockers are a reggae roots band with a slice of Latin, Playing originals & covers with 2 vocalists, guitar, keys, bass, drums. A well seasoned foursome who have played in many groups, banded together 3 years ago to create Madison's very own The Real Roots rockers! Paul Backstrom- Bass, Peter Johnston-Drums, Alusine Kamara-Keys & Vocals, Sergio Nute Fornes-Guitar & Vocals. 9pm start time. $10 cover. 21+

Tue, Oct 27

6:30pmBigtoothAfter years of sharing festival bills and bumping elbows at open jams, Starr Moss, Trent Cuthbert, Michael Falk, Claire Kannapell and Paul Kienitz have convened to make their own brand of bluegrass-inspired music. Bigtooth, the culmination of this shared history, keeps one hand on the book of bluegrass standards and the other on the songwriting pen. Count on a distinctive repertoire that intertwines traditional material and original compositions, delivered with precision, finesse, and style. This month, Bigtooth will be joined by TBD! 6:30 start time. No cover

Wed, Oct 28

C4:00pmCork ‘n Bottle String BandCork 'n Bottle String Band is a Madison-based bluegrass band known for their lively performances that blend traditional bluegrass music with humor and storytelling. They often perform at local venues and events, showcasing their talent in instrumental music and three-part harmony singing. 6:30 Start time. No cover

Genres:Indie / Alt Rock Folk / Americana Country Classical

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