Summary: PJ’s Live on the patio is a must this summer for casual family outings or get-togethers with a larger group.
Free music on the PJ’s patio
One of our favorite summer traditions is our PJ’s Live free concert series. On Wednesday nights throughout the summer, you can experience an awesome regional band, the stunning SentryWorld grounds, and the fun of gathering with friends and community members.
PJ’s Live is a free event open to people of all ages with food and beverages available for purchase. PJ’s full dinner menu is available for dine-in during the performance or visit the food and beverage station for more portable options like brats and burgers. All you need is a blanket or lawn chair and you can enjoy a classic summer evening in Wisconsin.
If you’ve got a large group, you can even rent a Gallery on the Lawn tent for PJ’s Live performances. Packages can accommodate up to 60 people and include tables, chairs, linen setup, and private food and bar servers. For pricing, menus, and more information, please email sentryworldsales@sentryworld.com.
Why not play a round before relaxing at PJ’s Live?
There’s music for everyone at PJ’s Live
When we put together the summer lineup, we reach out to the region’s best musical acts, spanning a range of styles. So no matter what kind of music you love, you can enjoy the PJ’s Live experience.
If you ask us, you’ll have a great time no matter who’s playing. But here’s a breakdown of the 2026 acts by genre to help you find the best fit.
Country
Kevin Troestler is a Wisconsin-raised blues, folk, and country artist with a soulful twang. Join us for a fun night of song and stories.
Rooted in country, blues, bluegrass, and show music, this talented band performs a hearty swamp of original music, as well as select covers from some of time's finest rock n' rollers (Little Feat, The Band, Jerry Jeff Walker).
Country roots, rock attitude, and a show that will have you on your feet all night long. This is not just a concert—it’s a party.
Enjoy this high-energy band from central Wisconsin playing the best country music, mixed with popular pop, pop-punk, and rock hits—all from the ‘90s and today.
Ready for some serious boot-scootin’? Enjoy a blend of modern and traditional country music with a touch of rock when the Jerry Schmitt Band hits the stage.
Rock
Hear Wisconsin's premier ‘80s rock cover band! Cherry Pie plays all of the biggest "hair band" hits and ballads of the ‘80s, in addition to a few anthems from other eras.
Always a crowd favorite, get ready for a good time when MoJoe & Flipside combine blues, R&B, and rock to bring their funky, blue Americana vibe to the patio.
A perennial favorite, this upbeat regional trio will perform country and rock covers from the 1940s to the present.
Back by popular demand, this rock 'n' roll party band draws you in with multiple lead vocals and a variety of instrumentation, including harmonica, saxophone, and trumpet.
Reggae, swing, and more!
Wax & Wane is a genre-blending band that reimagines classic songs through a reggae-inspired lens. Drawing on the laid-back rhythms and grooves of reggae, the band transforms well-known tracks into fresh, soulful interpretations while still honoring the originals.
Hailing from central Wisconsin, Hip Pocket will rock PJ’s Live with their contemporary blues and swing music. Powerful harmonies, an awesome four-piece horn section, and rockin' rhythms are sure to get you dancing.
This popular cover band hails from northeast Wisconsin. They put nonstop energy into each performance, with a surprising variety of genre- and decade-spanning hits that bring an evening full of fun.
