# Live Music in Wauconda, IL | Gigs, Bands & Nights Out

- **Subtitle**: Find live music in Wauconda, Illinois tonight, tomorrow and this weekend. Discover gigs, bands and open-mic nights at bars and venues near you.
- **Category**: Live Music
- **Type**: other

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## About

For the ones whose heart beats for music, live music events are something that you will absolutely enjoy. Groove on the most upbeat songs and enjoy the best of live music in Wauconda. You will find music of all kinds and genres, discover the ones that fit your interests and enjoy the spellbinding surroundings near you. You will be in a constant dilemma what to choose and what to drop, because there is music beating all around the city. From jazz nights at the jazz clubs to soulful musical events at the best live music venues in Wauconda.
Discover all the mesmerizing and all the heavy & loud music events near you.

## Live Music Events in Wauconda

- **Event Name**: Bangin' BBQ and Bargains
  - **Description**: Enjoy a fun day at Wauconda Plaza. What’s Happening at the Event:BBQ Competition: Local teams can test their smoker skills for $50 per category (Pork Ribs and Chicken Wings).
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wauconda/bangin-bbq-and-bargains-tickets/80001713649522
  - **Venue**: Bungalow Printing, West Liberty Street, Wauconda, IL, USA
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: workshops, music, entertainment, contests, fourth-of-july-bbq-festivals, live-music, food-drinks, dog
- **Event Name**: Susan Williams Trio @ Main St. Outfitters
  - **Description**: Darryl and Susan will be coming with a special guest for a fun evening of blues, old rock, and originals!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wauconda/susan-williams-trio-main-st-outfitters/200030560170816
  - **Venue**: Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental
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- **Event Name**: Harry Hmura
  - **Description**: Blues from Chicago!
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 08:00 pm – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wauconda/harry-hmura/200030639127610
  - **Venue**: Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental
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- **Event Name**: This little piggy goes to market - BETTER WITH BACON at Wauconda Farmer's Market!
  - **Description**: We couldn't find a date for a final (rescheduled due to rainout) Phil's Beach concert so weeee are sending them to market.

Celebrate the season's last Farmers Market with us and enjoy the sizzling sounds of BETTER WITH BACON band,
5:00-7:00pm on the side
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  - **Date**: Thu Oct 01 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu Oct 01 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wauconda/this-little-piggy-goes-to-market-better-with-bacon-at-wauconda-farmers-market/200030687731451
  - **Venue**: 118 S Main St, Wauconda, IL 60084-1859, United States
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, farmers-markets
- **Event Name**: Susan a williams & The Wright Groove
  - **Description**: .
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wauconda/susan-a-williams-and-the-wright-groove/200030639126906
  - **Venue**: Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental
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- **Event Name**: Go to Eleven at Docks
  - **Description**: Grab your friends and join GO TO ELEVEN for an unforgettable night of live music, great drinks, and an incredible atmosphere!

We bring the soundtrack to your night with the biggest rock, pop, and party favorites from the ’80s, ’90s, 2000s, and today—the
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 21
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 30 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wauconda/go-to-eleven-at-docks/200030494320623
  - **Venue**: Docks Bar and Grill
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, parties, pop
- **Event Name**: Ironwood at MSO!
  - **Description**: It shall be a marvelous night for a moondance!

Donna Brooks & Nick Horcher are IRONWOOD.
They bring a solid repertoire of music from the landscape of their lives.
Contemporary & classic folk-rock-Americana.
Soulful music spanning genres and gener
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 18
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 at 08:00 pm – Fri Oct 16 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wauconda/ironwood-at-mso/200029897971853
  - **Venue**: Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental
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## Trending Events in Wauconda

- **Event Name**: Corks & Kegs: Tasting Event Fundraiser @ Phil's Beach
  - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE - September 19th, 3:00-7:00pm.

Join The Wauconda Parks Foundation and The Side Lot for an evening of wine, beer, food, raffles, and live music! 

All proceeds benefit future park improvements. 

General Admission:
Includes wine & beer t
  - **Venue**: Phil's Beach
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- **Event Name**: Family Fall Extravaganza (free family fun)
  - **Description**: In collaboration with Wauconda Area Public Library, join us for an evening of family fun.  Pumpkin Craft, Games, Balloon Artist.

Also, it's a great time to stroll along the Cook Park walking path and vote for YOUR FAVORITE scarecrow!
  - **Venue**: 600 N Main St, Wauconda, IL, United States, Illinois 60084
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- **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Bangin' BBQ and Bargains
  - **Description**: Come out for a day of fun at the Wauconda Plaza and check out the businesses within the complex. 
Lots of great things to do:
Shopping ∙ Food ∙ Drinks ∙ Vendor Booths ∙ & More
BBQ Competition $50/category CASH PRIZES and TROPHIES
People's Choice Compe
  - **Venue**: 423 W Liberty St, Wauconda, IL, United States, Illinois 60084
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- **Event Name**: Bangin' BBQ and Bargains
  - **Description**: Enjoy a fun day at Wauconda Plaza. What’s Happening at the Event:BBQ Competition: Local teams can test their smoker skills for $50 per category (Pork Ribs and Chicken Wings).
  - **Venue**: Bungalow Printing, West Liberty Street, Wauconda, IL, USA
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- **Event Name**: Empty Bowls 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for the Empty Bowls Fundraiser: Enjoy soups from local restaurants, live music, raffle baskets and take home your own handmade bowlAbout this EventEmpty Bowls FundraiserJoin us for the second annual
  - **Venue**: 29245 N Callahan Rd
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- **Event Name**: Perronas Outdoors Pack Walk
  - **Description**: Grab your furry friends and join us for a chill pack walk to enjoy some fresh air and good vibes together.About this EventWe’re doing TWO aventuras in one morning — join us for one, or ma
  - **Venue**: Lakewood Forest Preserve
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- **Event Name**: Kids Cafe -Kitchen Explorers Cooking Classes at Frassati
  - **Description**: Three weeks of delicious exploration! Young chefs will collaborate to create a delicious balance of everyday favorites & healthier twists.About this EventIn these fun, hands-on cooking classes, young c
  - **Venue**: Frassati Catholic Academy
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- **Event Name**: Partners For Progress NFPs' Annual Hoedown Fundraiser
  - **Description**: Join us on Saturday, September 19th for an incredible evening hosted by the staff and volunteers of PFP, whose proceeds will fund multiple programs supporting Individuals with special needs and their therapy horses! There will be:

-  A delicious BBQ dinn
  - **Venue**: Partners For Progress NFP Therapeutic Equestrian Center
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- **Event Name**: Holly Jolly Holiday (family friendly)
  - **Description**: Enjoy the Holly Jolly Holiday festivities taking place at Wauconda Park District's Community Center, inside and outside.

Featuring....
Photo opportunity with Santa and Mrs. Clause
Local Vendor Market
Gingerbread House Contest
Train Ride (behind Community
  - **Venue**: 600 N Main St, Wauconda, IL, United States, Illinois 60084
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Live Music events in Wauconda?
  - **A:** Bangin' BBQ and Bargains (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 11:00 am at Bungalow Printing, West Liberty Street, Wauconda, IL, USA), Susan Williams Trio @ Main St. Outfitters (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm at Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental), Harry Hmura (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 08:00 pm at Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental), This little piggy goes to market - BETTER WITH BACON at Wauconda Farmer's Market! (Thu Oct 01 2026 at 05:00 pm at 118 S Main St, Wauconda, IL 60084-1859, United States), Susan a williams & The Wright Groove (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm at Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental).
- **Q**: What are the top free Live Music events in Wauconda?
  - **A:** Bangin' BBQ and Bargains (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 11:00 am at Bungalow Printing, West Liberty Street, Wauconda, IL, USA).
- **Q**: What Live Music events are happening in Wauconda in September 2026?
  - **A:** Bangin' BBQ and Bargains (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 11:00 am at Bungalow Printing, West Liberty Street, Wauconda, IL, USA), Susan Williams Trio @ Main St. Outfitters (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm at Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental), Susan a williams & The Wright Groove (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm at Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental).
- **Q**: How can I find Live Music events in Wauconda?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Live Music events in Wauconda on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Live Music events in Wauconda?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Live Music events in Wauconda?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Live Music events in Wauconda include Bungalow Printing, West Liberty Street, Wauconda, IL, USA, Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental, 118 S Main St, Wauconda, IL 60084-1859, United States.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Live Music events in Wauconda?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Live Music events in Wauconda include Tracy Lehmann, Susan Williams Band, Main Street Outfitter - Bike Stop- Kayak Rental.
- **Q**: What types of Live Music events can I find in Wauconda?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of live music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Live Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Live Music events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Live Music events in Wauconda?
  - **A:** Follow the Live Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Live Music events are listed in Wauconda.

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