Milwaukee/ Food & Drinks
Published on November 14, 2019
Milwaukee's 4 favorite music venues (that won't break the bank)Miller High Life Theatre | Photo: Alisha M./Yelp

Wondering where to find the best music venues near you?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable music venues in Milwaukee, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fulfill your urges.

1. Miller High Life Theatre

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Next up is Westown's Miller High Life Theatre, situated at 500 W. Kilbourn Ave. With four stars out of 20 reviews on Yelp, the music venue, civic center and performing arts spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.

The venue has two tiers of sloped seats that can hold up to 4,087 people. From music and theater to comedy and dance, the venue lends itself to an array of performances.

2. Mad Planet

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Riverwest's Mad Planet, located at 533 E. Center St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap dance club, dive bar and music venue four stars out of 50 reviews. 

Mad Planet is a nightclub in Milwaukee that is known for its dance parties. The space lends itself to live music as a concert venue too.

3. Cactus Club

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Check out Cactus Club, which has earned four stars out of 35 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the music venue by heading over to 2496 S. Wentworth Ave. 

The live music venue has featured artists like The White Stripes, Death Cab tor Cutie, The Sword, High On Fire and more.

4. Linneman's Riverwest Inn

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And then there's Linneman's Riverwest Inn, a Riverwest favorite with 4.5 stars out of 18 reviews. Stop by 1001 E. Locust St. to hit up the music venue and dive bar next time you're in the mood for cheap eats.

Linneman's Riverwest Inn offers live music on the weekends and an acoustic open stage night on Wednesdays. A poetry night is held on Mondays.


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