UPCOMING EVENTS

Want to perform at the Cardinal Bar? Email us at info@thecardinalbarmadison.com

The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Sep
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

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Sep
18
to Sep 19

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Sep
25

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Sep
25
to Sep 26

The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu

Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar every 2nd and 4th Thursday!

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Oct
2

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Oct
2
to Oct 3

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!

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Hot Flash: An Early Dance Party
Oct
3

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 & Rotating Guest DJ’s

**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.**

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Oct
9

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Oct
9
to Oct 10

The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu

Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar every 2nd and 4th Thursday!

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Oct
16

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Oct
16
to Oct 17

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Oct
23

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Oct
23
to Oct 24

The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu

Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar every 2nd and 4th Thursday!

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Oct
30

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

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Nov
6

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Nov
6
to Nov 7

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!

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Hot Flash: An Early Dance Party
Nov
7

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 & Rotating Guest DJ’s

**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.**

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Nov
13

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Nov
13
to Nov 14

The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu

Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar every 2nd and 4th Thursday!

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Nov
20

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Nov
20
to Nov 21

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Dec
4

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Dec
4
to Dec 5

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!

View Event →
Hot Flash: An Early Dance Party
Dec
5

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 & Rotating Guest DJ’s

**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.**

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Dec
11

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Dec
11
to Dec 12

The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu

Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar every 2nd and 4th Thursday!

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Dec
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

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Dec
18
to Dec 19

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!

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The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Sep
11
to Sep 12

The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu

Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar every 2nd and 4th Thursday!

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Sep
11

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

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Back to School Bash!
Sep
6
to Sep 7

Back to School Bash!

School is back in session, and we are celebrating with a Back to School Bash!

9pm | $5 cover | 21+ event

DJ Femme Noir

Themed drinks, specials, and great music!

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Hot Flash: An Early Dance Party
Sep
5

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 & Rotating Guest DJ’s

**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.**

View Event →
The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Sep
4
to Sep 5

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!

View Event →
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Sep
4

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Aug
28
to Aug 29

The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu

Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar every 2nd and 4th Thursday!

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Aug
28

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

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Kinky Bingo at the Cardinal Bar
Aug
26

Kinky Bingo at the Cardinal Bar

Join us at the Cardinal Bar in downtown Madison! This bingo is 21+ and includes sex toy prizes, booze, and more!

10 rounds of bingo

Hosts: Bambii Banxs, Kayos Lynn Mirage, and Bianca Lynn Breeze

Time: 6:30pm

Cost: $5 for 10 rounds, $8 for two cards

Reserve your spot om biancalynnbreeze.com

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Aug
21
to Aug 22

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!

View Event →
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Aug
21

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu
Aug
14
to Aug 15

The Capitol Social Presents: Rebulu

Rebulu at the Cardinal Bar every 2nd and 4th Thursday!

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Aug
14

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

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Bill Roberts Combo
Aug
8

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

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The Capitol Social Presents: La Combi
Aug
7
to Aug 8

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!

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The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
Aug
7

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

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