# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The First Wave - 80's New Wave/Alt band at Jazz in the Park in downtown Milwaukee
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: The First Wave brings their amazing WAMI-nominated 80's New Wave & alternative music tribute to Jazz in the Park, in downtown Milwaukee's Cathedral Square Park! 

The First Wave's sets feature the music of great 80's alternative artists such as Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, New Order, The Cure, Billy Idol, Tears For Fears, and much more.

The band has performed high-profile shows in the past at legendary local venues such as Turner Hall and Shank Hall, as well as big festival shows at Summerfest, Bastille Days, and Wisconsin State Fair. Join us for a celebration of 80's New Wave music in this beautiful downtown setting.

Jazz in the Park has been a Milwaukee summer tradition since 1991. Every Thursday evening from June through September, Cathedral Square Park comes alive with free live music in the heart of downtown Milwaukee. At its core a jazz series, Jazz in the Park has grown to celebrate a wide range of genres — from salsa and swing to blues, funk, tribute nights, and fan favorites that get you moving. Produced by East Town Association and presented by Johnson Financial Group, it’s one of the most beloved free events in the city.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/milwaukee/the-first-wave-80s-new-wave-alt-band-at-jazz-in-the-park-in-downtown-milwaukee/200030432556140
- **Event Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Festivals, dance
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Milwaukee
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Cathedral Square Market
- **lat**: 43.04191
- **long**: -87.90499
- **full address**: Cathedral Square Market, 520 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202-3806, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The First Wave - 80's New Wave/Alt band at Jazz in the Park in downtown Milwaukee being held?
  - **A:** The First Wave - 80's New Wave/Alt band at Jazz in the Park in downtown Milwaukee takes place on Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Cathedral Square Market, 520 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202-3806, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The First Wave - 80's New Wave/Alt band at Jazz in the Park in downtown Milwaukee?
  - **A:** The First Wave - 80's New Wave/Alt band at Jazz in the Park in downtown Milwaukee is organized by The First Wave.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The First Wave - 80's New Wave/Alt band at Jazz in the Park in downtown Milwaukee is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Milwaukee, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The First Wave - 80's New Wave/Alt band at Jazz in the Park in downtown Milwaukee sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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