Live music in Fremont, WI hit a high note on May 9, 2025, when The B-Sides took the outdoor stage at Bridge Bar & Restaurant for a sunny afternoon set that ran from 3 to 7 PM. If you've never made the trip out to 101 W Main Street on the Wolf River, you're missing one of Wisconsin's most laid-back and welcoming live music spots — and The B-Sides gave everyone gathered on that beautiful warm Saturday afternoon exactly the kind of show that makes you grateful you left the couch.
There's something genuinely special about seeing live music before the sun goes down. No elbow-to-elbow bar crush, no squinting at the stage through cigarette smoke — just warm May air, the Wolf River rolling by, and a band cranking out rock and roll on an outdoor stage while people settle in with cold drinks and good food.
The Bridge Bar has been a Fremont institution since 1965, and for this writer, going there is like going home. I've been visiting the Bridge since I was a kid, and there's something comforting about the fact that no matter what life throws at it — including significant flood damage that's had the place rebuilding — it keeps coming back swinging. The patio bar and grill has been going strong, and on this particular Saturday, Wolf River Drive was humming with energy. The outdoor stage was set, the sun was out, and The B-Sides were ready to roll.
The deck is a highlight during the summer months — a relaxing spot to watch boats glide by while enjoying great food, drinks, and live performances. On May 9th, that description wasn't just accurate, it was an understatement. This was the kind of afternoon that reminds you why Wisconsin summers are worth every brutal February we endure to get here.
The B-Sides are a Wisconsin cover band built on a simple but effective promise: "We'll keep ya jamming out to all your favorite tunes!" Covering Rock N Roll from across the decades — Alternative, Pop, and the Blues — they bring something for just about every ear in the crowd.
The lineup features:
That's a well-rounded five-piece with serious genre range. From classic rock to blues to pop, the kind of setlist The B-Sides pull from means you're likely to hear something that hits you right in the nostalgia no matter what decade you grew up in. All members bring veteran experience to the Wisconsin music scene, and it shows in how locked-in and confident they play together.
The B-Sides stepped on stage and kicked it into gear right away — no easing into it, no sound-check fumbling, just straight into the music. That kind of professionalism sets the tone immediately and tells the crowd they're in good hands.
Alysa Ann on lead vocals brought the presence you need to hold an outdoor stage where the sound has to compete with river breezes and patio chatter. Harold's guitar work and harmonies gave the band that classic rock backbone, while Patrick's keyboard added depth and texture that elevated the whole sound. Guy Parker and Donnie held the rhythm section together with the kind of easy confidence that lets everyone else stretch out and play.
A four-hour outdoor set is no small thing, and The B-Sides paced it well — check out the photos and video below to see how it all went down.
Here's the thing about things to do in Fremont, WI — the town punches well above its weight. You've got the Wolf River for tubing, kayaking, and fishing. You've got the kind of small-town Wisconsin charm that doesn't feel manufactured. And you've got Bridge Bar & Restaurant anchoring the live music and dining scene right on the water.
Fremont nightlife isn't loud or pretentious — it's exactly the kind of unpretentious, good-time Wisconsin bar scene that people drive out of the city to find. Customer reviews consistently praise The Bridge Bar for its friendly staff, fast service, and picturesque river views, with many calling it a must-visit when in Fremont. Add a solid live band to that mix and you've got a Saturday afternoon that's hard to beat anywhere in the Fox Valley region.
If you're looking for bars with live music in Fremont, WI, or just want a genuinely great outdoor experience along the Wolf River, Bridge Bar & Restaurant belongs on your list.
Want to catch The B-Sides at their next show? Keep an eye on their Facebook page for upcoming dates around Wisconsin. Follow Bridge Bar & Restaurant on Facebook to stay up to date on their live music lineup — they bring in acts regularly, especially through the summer season when that outdoor patio is in full swing.
And if you want to stay on top of live events, nightlife, and things to do across Northeast Wisconsin, bookmark WiParty.com. We're out at shows every weekend so you don't have to guess what's worth your time.
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