Isthmus Presents: Wisconsin Fest 2025

Starting in 2013, Wisconsin Fest has allowed us to showcase the state’s diverse musical artistry that makes us prouder than any beer or cheese ever could. Now in its 12th year, the Fests have expanded to five unique genres across three Madison, WI venues – The Sylvee, Majestic Theatre and High Noon Saloon. 

Funk Fest at Majestic Theatre
Featuring Hot Like Mars, Mama Digdown’s Brass Band, and The Funkee JBeez
Saturday, January 11th

Metal Fest at High Noon Saloon
Featuring The Faith Hills Have Eyes, Yotuma, The Central and Errors of Humanity
Saturday, January 11th

Punk Fest at High Noon Saloon
Featuring Direct Hit!, We Should Have Been DJ’s, Wristwatch and The Up & Up
Friday, January 17th

Hip-Hop Fest at High Noon Saloon
Featuring King Kamonzi (of Def Kali), Wave Chapelle, NilexNile, Flame The Ruler, LaTure & G Stylez
With DJ Pain 1 and DJ Vilas Park Sniper
Saturday, January 18th

Bluegrass Fest at The Sylvee
With Horseshoes & Hand Grenades
Featuring Pert Near Sandstone and Chicken Wire Empire
Saturday, January 18th