UPCOMING EVENTS
Want to perform at the Cardinal Bar? Email us at info@thecardinalbarmadison.com
INSTAR 3
INSTAR 3: A Celebration of Musicians and Makers
12-9:30pm
Local vendors will be selling from 12-6pm with a sensory friendly shopping hour from 12-1pm.
6pm: raffle drawing
Musical acts from 2-9:30pm
$5-$10 tickets
Dreaming of a Disco
DREAMING OF A DISCO
10PM $10 Cover
DJ Tommaso (CHI, Italy)
DJ DH
DJ Moorhaus (MIL)
Premier Trivia Presents: Trivia Wednesdays
TRIVIA EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE CARDINAL BAR
Host: Premier Trivia
Time: 7pm
Teams of up to 5
Prizes for the top 3 teams
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Wisconsin’s premiere Latin Jazz Band for over 20 years, Tony Castañeda and his band have been honoring and keeping alive the music of what some call the Golden Age of Latin Jazz. Winner of 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band annual awards The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band has opened for legendary Latin jazz artists such as Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo and John Benitez.
EVERY THURSDAY 5:30 - 7:30PM, FREE EVENT
The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar!
Join us right away at 8:30pm for a progressive SALSA dance lesson with The Capitol Social until 9:30pm.
Live/DJ music follows from 9:30pm until 1am. DJ LUIS will take care of partner dance music between band sets.
Cover is just $10 (18+) and that includes dance lesson, live/DJ music, full bar (with small plates), and event photography
See you on the dance floor!
The Capitol Social Presents: La Rumba
The Cardinal Bar and The Capitol Social are pleased to welcome you to the revival of Latin night at Madison's original Latin dance spot for over 40 years!
**FEATURING 2 HOURS OF LATIN DANCE LESSONS**
WHEN:
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 from 8:00pm-2:00am
WHERE:
THE CARDINAL BAR
418 E Wilson St
Madison, WI 53703
$10 (21+) COVER
WHAT:
Experience *the* original and most inclusive Latin dance spot in Madison, now re-opened and revitalized with a new ownership and management team! LA RUMBA is stacked with amenities--all included with the cover charge:
-Two complimentary Latin dance lessons by Luis & The Capitol Social crew from 8-10 p.m. We will cover BACHATA for the first hour and SALSA for the 2nd hour. We will have 2 levels (Beginner and Intermediate) taking place simultaneously--each group with its own set of instructors!
-Smoothly dance to classic and current hits in the Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, and Merengue genres with DJ Luis from 10:00pm - 2:00am
-Event photography by @armacanqui.photo
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*We strongly recommend bringing a small washcloth-size towel and an extra change of top/shirt/face covering... it may get a bit sweaty!
*The Cardinal Bar and The Capitol Social are inclusive local businesses. All patrons are welcome and will be able to enjoy our party in a safe and joyful environment. Whether it's during the dance lesson or open dancing, please be respectful of others' preferences when it comes to dance partners.
Jumptown Swing Dance: Balboa
Join us at the Cardinal Bar for a monthly Balboa Social!
1-2pm: Beginner friendly class
2-4pm: Social dancing with DJed music
$10 donation is suggested ($5 for students), payable by cash or card
18+
Premier Trivia Presents: Trivia Wednesdays
TRIVIA EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE CARDINAL BAR
Host: Premier Trivia
Time: 7pm
Teams of up to 5
Prizes for the top 3 teams
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Wisconsin’s premiere Latin Jazz Band for over 20 years, Tony Castañeda and his band have been honoring and keeping alive the music of what some call the Golden Age of Latin Jazz. Winner of 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band annual awards The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band has opened for legendary Latin jazz artists such as Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo and John Benitez.
EVERY THURSDAY 5:30 - 7:30PM, FREE EVENT
The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
LA COMBI Latin Band is finally back at Madison's classic Latin haven: The Cardinal Bar!
We play a bit of everything; but primarily Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, and Changüí--all the great stuff that Latin dance lovers enjoy!
Join us right away at 8:30pm for a progressive SALSA dance lesson with The Capitol Social until 9:30pm.
Live/DJ music follows from 9:30pm until 1am. DJ LUIS will take care of partner dance music between band sets.
Cover is just $10 (18+) and that includes dance lesson, live/DJ music, full bar (with small plates), and event photography
See you on the dance floor!
Premier Trivia Presents: Trivia Wednesdays
TRIVIA EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE CARDINAL BAR
Host: Premier Trivia
Time: 7pm
Teams of up to 5
Prizes for the top 3 teams
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Wisconsin’s premiere Latin Jazz Band for over 20 years, Tony Castañeda and his band have been honoring and keeping alive the music of what some call the Golden Age of Latin Jazz. Winner of 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band annual awards The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band has opened for legendary Latin jazz artists such as Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo and John Benitez.
EVERY THURSDAY 5:30 - 7:30PM, FREE EVENT
FREE FIRST FRIDAYS W/ DJ DRIPSWEAT
Every FIRST FRIDAY is NO COVER at the Cardinal Bar!
w/ DJ Dripsweat
10pm
21+
Hot Flash: An Early Dance Party
Wanna get your dancing shoes on but don't wanna be out too late? HOT FLASH is the party for you!
Every first Friday at the Cardinal Bar in Madison
7-9:30pm - NO COVER - 21+
Enjoy club hits from the '70s, '80s, '90s, '00s and more - and get home in time for a reasonable night's sleep (or consider this your pre-party for whatever comes next)! WE SEE YOU. xoxo
DJ Millbot
**THIS IS A LGBTQ+ AFFIRMING SPACE. No harassment, no racism, no groping, no B.S. Ask for consent every time. You will be asked to leave if you violate these terms.**
The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
LA COMBI Latin Band is finally back at Madison's classic Latin haven: The Cardinal Bar!
We play a bit of everything; but primarily Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, and Changüí--all the great stuff that Latin dance lovers enjoy!
Join us right away at 8:30pm for a progressive SALSA dance lesson with The Capitol Social until 9:30pm.
Live/DJ music follows from 9:30pm until 1am. DJ LUIS will take care of partner dance music between band sets.
Cover is just $10 (18+) and that includes dance lesson, live/DJ music, full bar (with small plates), and event photography
See you on the dance floor!
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Wisconsin’s premiere Latin Jazz Band for over 20 years, Tony Castañeda and his band have been honoring and keeping alive the music of what some call the Golden Age of Latin Jazz. Winner of 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band annual awards The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band has opened for legendary Latin jazz artists such as Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo and John Benitez.
EVERY THURSDAY 5:30 - 7:30PM, FREE EVENT
Premier Trivia Presents: Trivia Wednesdays
TRIVIA EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE CARDINAL BAR
Host: Premier Trivia
Time: 7pm
Teams of up to 5
Prizes for the top 3 teams
BIRD YEAR BASH: Celebrating the Cardinal Bar One Year Anniversary
BIRD YEAR BASH
It’s officially the ONE year anniversary of the Cardinal Bar re-opening!
Let’s celebrate with a night of dancing, free giveaways and FREE ENTRY.
Early dance party with DJ Sarah Akawa: 7:00-9:30pm
Dancing the night away with DJ RogerRoger: 9:30pm - close
Shoobie x Chapped Lips Tour
Shoobie x Chapped Lips Tour
ft. Lunar Moth and Eat Turf
8:00pm doors
8:30pm show
$10
18+
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Wisconsin’s premiere Latin Jazz Band for over 20 years, Tony Castañeda and his band have been honoring and keeping alive the music of what some call the Golden Age of Latin Jazz. Winner of 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band annual awards The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band has opened for legendary Latin jazz artists such as Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo and John Benitez.
EVERY THURSDAY 5:30 - 7:30PM, FREE EVENT
Premier Trivia Presents: Trivia Wednesdays (Copy)
TRIVIA EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE CARDINAL BAR
Host: Premier Trivia
Time: 7pm
Teams of up to 5
Prizes for the top 3 teams
VIVA Saturday with DJ Chamo
Viva Saturday!
Salsa - merengue - bachata - reggaeton - cumbias and more!
DJ Chamo is hear to bring the heat!
10pm
$10 cover
Nick's House with DJ Nick Nice
It’s Nick’s House and we’re just dancing in it!
Stop by the Cardinal Bar every 4th Friday for Nick’s House with DJ Nick Nice
9:00pm
$5 cover
The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
LA COMBI Latin Band is finally back at Madison's classic Latin haven: The Cardinal Bar!
We play a bit of everything; but primarily Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, and Changüí--all the great stuff that Latin dance lovers enjoy!
Join us right away at 8:30pm for a progressive SALSA dance lesson with The Capitol Social until 9:30pm.
Live/DJ music follows from 9:30pm until 1am. DJ LUIS will take care of partner dance music between band sets.
Cover is just $10 (18+) and that includes dance lesson, live/DJ music, full bar (with small plates), and event photography
See you on the dance floor!
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Wisconsin’s premiere Latin Jazz Band for over 20 years, Tony Castañeda and his band have been honoring and keeping alive the music of what some call the Golden Age of Latin Jazz. Winner of 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band annual awards The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band has opened for legendary Latin jazz artists such as Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo and John Benitez.
EVERY THURSDAY 5:30 - 7:30PM, FREE EVENT
Premier Trivia Presents: Trivia Wednesdays
TRIVIA EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE CARDINAL BAR
Host: Premier Trivia
Time: 7pm
Teams of up to 5
Prizes for the top 3 teams
DIRTY THIRTY: 30 Year Anniversary of Fetish Night at the Cardinal Bar
DIRTY THIRTY: LEATHER FOREVER
It's the 30th Anniversary of FETISH NIGHT at The Cardinal Bar!
THEME: LEATHER FOREVER
Friday August 16th | 9p-close | 21+ only
Music by original Fetish Night DJ, Nick Nice! Accompanied by DJ Fuzzyduck
Gogo dancing, pole performances, enthralling visuals, drink promotions, and more
Let's get weird like it's 1994!
Hosted by Carrie Tobias & the Cardinal Bar
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Zero tolerance for harassment.
No photography allowed.
RACK: Risk-aware consensual kink.
Cover is CASH ONLY. ATM available.
$10 in gear, or with a friend in gear. NO NON-CONSENSUAL VOYEURISM.
Good Vibes: A Comedy Show
FRIDAY, August 16: Good Vibes brings together a ridiculously funny lineup of the Midwest's best comics for the perfect date night, group hang, or a simple night out on the town. Join us for a great comedy show headlined by LIAM NELSON:
Liam Nelson is a New York City-based comedian from Atlanta, Georgia. With more than a lifetime's worth of tales to share standing 7 feet tall, he has taken a combination of stories from his life as a walking spectacle and sharp commentary of what its like to live as a disabled man all over the country: opening for Sam Morril, Dusty Slay, Gianmarco Soresi, Kate Willett, and more. He is also a club favorite at some of the biggest clubs in the country, including Laugh Factory Chicago, Zanies Nashville, and the Improv club chain. Liam recently recorded his first Drybar comedy special, which will be released later on this year.
With supporting performances by:
Ty Colgate
Lahiru Samarasinghe
Hosted by:
Tido Maldonado
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August 16, 2024
Doors open at 6:30PM, show starts at 7PM
The Cardinal Bar
418 E Wilson St
Madison, WI 53703
Seating is first come, first served.
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Tickets $15 in advance on Eventbrite, $20 day of show.
SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR STUDENTS (CASH ONLY): $5 cover with a student ID!
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Recommended for ages 18+.
Seating is first come, first served, so we suggest arriving when doors open officially at 6:30pm.
We do not offer refunds, but if you purchase a ticket and are unable to attend, please contact Cheshire Cat Comedy at cheshirecatcomedyco@gmail.com to redeem for free admission to a future show of your choice.
The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
LA COMBI Latin Band is finally back at Madison's classic Latin haven: The Cardinal Bar!
We play a bit of everything; but primarily Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, and Changüí--all the great stuff that Latin dance lovers enjoy!
Join us right away at 8:30pm for a progressive SALSA dance lesson with The Capitol Social until 9:30pm.
Live/DJ music follows from 9:30pm until 1am. DJ LUIS will take care of partner dance music between band sets.
Cover is just $10 (18+) and that includes dance lesson, live/DJ music, full bar (with small plates), and event photography
See you on the dance floor!
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Wisconsin’s premiere Latin Jazz Band for over 20 years, Tony Castañeda and his band have been honoring and keeping alive the music of what some call the Golden Age of Latin Jazz. Winner of 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band annual awards The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band has opened for legendary Latin jazz artists such as Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo and John Benitez.
EVERY THURSDAY 5:30 - 7:30PM, FREE EVENT
Premier Trivia Presents: Trivia Wednesdays
TRIVIA EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE CARDINAL BAR
Host: Premier Trivia
Time: 7pm
Teams of up to 5
Prizes for the top 3 teams
The Capitol Social Presents: La Rumba
The Cardinal Bar and The Capitol Social are pleased to welcome you to the revival of Latin night at Madison's original Latin dance spot for over 40 years!
**FEATURING 2 HOURS OF LATIN DANCE LESSONS**
WHEN:
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 from 8:00pm-2:00am
WHERE:
THE CARDINAL BAR
418 E Wilson St
Madison, WI 53703
$10 (21+) COVER
WHAT:
Experience *the* original and most inclusive Latin dance spot in Madison, now re-opened and revitalized with a new ownership and management team! LA RUMBA is stacked with amenities--all included with the cover charge:
-Two complimentary Latin dance lessons by Luis & The Capitol Social crew from 8-10 p.m. We will cover BACHATA for the first hour and SALSA for the 2nd hour. We will have 2 levels (Beginner and Intermediate) taking place simultaneously--each group with its own set of instructors!
-Smoothly dance to classic and current hits in the Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, and Merengue genres with DJ Luis from 10:00pm - 2:00am
-Event photography by @armacanqui.photo
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*We strongly recommend bringing a small washcloth-size towel and an extra change of top/shirt/face covering... it may get a bit sweaty!
*The Cardinal Bar and The Capitol Social are inclusive local businesses. All patrons are welcome and will be able to enjoy our party in a safe and joyful environment. Whether it's during the dance lesson or open dancing, please be respectful of others' preferences when it comes to dance partners.
Bill Roberts Combo
Founded in 2014, the Bill Roberts Combo brings a tight, nuanced, and rhythmically powerful presentation to blues-jazz unlike anything you've heard before. The Combo performs both as an instrumental unit, and in a full band with a vocalist and other instrumentation, allowing the Combo to shine in many different kinds of events and venues. Bill Roberts has been voted best electric guitarist in the Madison area, and his award-winning album Blues Rides Shotgun has received critical claim as best blues album of the year. Backing Bill is a band of veteran players who have performed nationally and internationally in such places as France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Mexico, and elsewhere. Closer to home, the Bill Roberts Combo plays many top venues in Madison and the upper Midwest. BRC delivers grace, subtlety, power and passion in their unique and mesmerizing take on the jazz-blues tradition every time they take the stage.
Every 2nd Friday
5:30pm
FREE EVENT
The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar!
Join us right away at 8:30pm for a progressive SALSA dance lesson with The Capitol Social until 9:30pm.
Live/DJ music follows from 9:30pm until 1am. DJ LUIS will take care of partner dance music between band sets.
Cover is just $10 (18+) and that includes dance lesson, live/DJ music, full bar (with small plates), and event photography
See you on the dance floor!
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Wisconsin’s premiere Latin Jazz Band for over 20 years, Tony Castañeda and his band have been honoring and keeping alive the music of what some call the Golden Age of Latin Jazz. Winner of 14 Isthmus Madison Favorite Jazz Band annual awards The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band has opened for legendary Latin jazz artists such as Poncho Sanchez, John Santos, Giovanni Hidalgo and John Benitez.
EVERY THURSDAY 5:30 - 7:30PM, FREE EVENT
Premier Trivia Presents: Trivia Wednesdays
TRIVIA EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE CARDINAL BAR
Host: Premier Trivia
Time: 7pm
Teams of up to 5
Prizes for the top 3 teams
Sappho's Secret: Stripped
Sappho’s Secret Dyke Dance Party: STRIPPED
Dyke Underwear Party
DJ Exgirl & DJ Femme Noir
10pm
$10 on theme
FunkIt Friday
For everyone who wants to dance the night away on our only FREE FIRST FRIDAYS, keep the vibe going with Funkit Friday!
DJ Dripsweat
10pm
NO COVER
Hot Flash: An Early Dance Party
Wanna get your dancing shoes on but don't wanna be out too late? HOT FLASH is the party for you!
Every first Friday at the Cardinal Bar in Madison
7-9:30pm - NO COVER - 21+
Enjoy club hits from the '70s, '80s, '90s, '00s and more - and get home in time for a reasonable night's sleep (or consider this your pre-party for whatever comes next)! WE SEE YOU. xoxo
DJ Millbot
**THIS IS A LGBTQ+ AFFIRMING SPACE. No harassment, no racism, no groping, no B.S. Ask for consent every time. You will be asked to leave if you violate these terms.**
The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
LA COMBI Latin Band is finally back at Madison's classic Latin haven: The Cardinal Bar!
We play a bit of everything; but primarily Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, and Changüí--all the great stuff that Latin dance lovers enjoy!
Join us right away at 8:30pm for a progressive SALSA dance lesson with The Capitol Social until 9:30pm.
Live/DJ music follows from 9:30pm until 1am. DJ LUIS will take care of partner dance music between band sets.
Cover is just $10 (18+) and that includes dance lesson, live/DJ music, full bar (with small plates), and event photography
See you on the dance floor!