UPCOMING EVENTS

Bootleggers Lodge is excited to host monthly events that are open to the public, ticketed or reservation encouraged.

Keep an eye out on this page to be the first to know about our next Chef guest, Special events, or other happenings on Lake Nokomis.


Music with Bradley Sperger
Sep
6

Music with Bradley Sperger

Join us for dinner or drinks and take in music by Bradley Sperge, a dynamic multi-instrumentalist and live-looping artist based in Wausau, Wisconsin. Blending vocals, hollow-body guitar, and electronic looping, he crafts immersive performances that build songs in real time, offering audiences a unique and engaging musical experience. His album Modern Day Nostalgic showcases his talent for capturing moments through layered sounds and thoughtful songwriting. Check him out here: https://www.facebook.com/bradleyspergermusic/

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Music with Jeff Calhoun
Aug
30

Music with Jeff Calhoun

Join us for dinner and drinks and the music of local legend Jeff Calhoun, a seasoned guitarist and a prominent figure in the Tomahawk, Wisconsin music scene. He is best known as a founding member of the rock band STORM, which has been a staple in the local music community since the late 1970s. Calhoun's exceptional guitar skills have earned him a dedicated following, and he continues to captivate audiences with his performances. Check him out here: https://www.facebook.com/jeff.calhoun.961/

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Music with Abby Spencer
Aug
23

Music with Abby Spencer

Join us for dinner or drinks and take in the sounds of Abby Spencer, a rising Midwest country music star! Known for her gritty, heartfelt sound and powerful stage presence, Abby has opened for national acts like Shenandoah and Jamie Lin Wilson, and fronts the popular band The Holler. Check her out here: https://abbyspencer.com/

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Music with Jeff Calhoun
Aug
9

Music with Jeff Calhoun

Join us for dinner and drinks and the music of local legend Jeff Calhoun, a seasoned guitarist and a prominent figure in the Tomahawk, Wisconsin music scene. He is best known as a founding member of the rock band STORM, which has been a staple in the local music community since the late 1970s. Calhoun's exceptional guitar skills have earned him a dedicated following, and he continues to captivate audiences with his performances. Check him out here: https://www.facebook.com/jeff.calhoun.961/

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Music with Kevin Troestler
Aug
2

Music with Kevin Troestler

Join us for dinner or drinks and take in music by Kevin Troestler, a Wisconsin raised Blues/Country Artist.  Growing up in Sauk City, Wisconsin, Kevin found his love for music at a young age.  Starting at age 4, he began this journey on his first drum set.  Big influences like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Allman Brothers Band, and other great blues artists helped push him in the right direction. He travels around the country playing acoustic shows, and occasional full band shows. Check out his original music at: http://kevintroestler.com/

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Music with Isiah Driessen
Jul
26

Music with Isiah Driessen

Join us for dinner and drinks and take in the stylings of Isiah Driessen, a visionary Western psychedelic folk musician whose compositions weave together haunting melodies and transcendent storytelling. As the frontman of “Isiah and The New People,” his music is deeply inspired by the ancient wisdom of the 7 Fires Prophecy and his own spiritual journey. Isiah’s work transcends the conventional boundaries of folk music, merging it with rich, personal experiences that create an evocative and immersive soundscape. Check him out at: https://isiahandthenewpeople.com/

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Pontoonpalooza 2025!
Jul
19

Pontoonpalooza 2025!

Sponsored by the Northwood Riders Snowmobile Club, join us for festivities on the water, including contests and prizes. The Hideout and the bar will be open for service during the event and we’ll be open for our regularly scheduled dinner service. Enjoy the festivities from the best deck on the lake with live music by The Tamaracks. More details to come.

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Music with Seth James
Jul
12

Music with Seth James

Join us for dinner or drinks and take in the music of Seth James, a singer songwriter based in Wisconsin. A student of music history, Seth James covers well known songs from a broad spectrum of music. A skilled singer, and an award winning guitar player, Seth began operating as a solo artist in 2020, playing shows all around Wisconsin as a solo artist. Check his music out here: https://www.sethjamesartist.com/

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Music with Brandon Frizzell
Jul
5

Music with Brandon Frizzell

Join us for dinner or drinks and take in the music of Brandon Frizzell, a singer-songwriter blending raw emotion with heartfelt storytelling. Inspired by family and fatherhood, his music captures life’s highs and lows. Passionate about the creative process, he crafts songs that connect on a deeply human level. Check out his original EP: https://brandonfrizzell.weebly.com/

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Fourth of July Fireworks
Jul
4

Fourth of July Fireworks

Celebrate the night with dinner and fireworks at our annual Fourth of July firework show. Enjoy the display from the deck and enjoy drink specials throughout the evening, with service to boats in full swing. Fireworks begin at dusk. Hideout opens at noon, weather permitting.

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Music with Zach Day
Jun
28

Music with Zach Day

Join us for dinner or drinks and enjoy music by traveling artist Zach Day. Zach Day is a self-taught musician, singer, songwriter and businessman.  Zach has completed solo tours in Canada and across the U.S. multiple times and has also performed as a headliner in the Blues Alive Festival in the Czech Republic in 2019.  You can find his album "Mississippi Heat" on all streaming platforms and in three separate independent films produced in Mississippi.Zach is now living and performing full time in Austin, Texas as a solo act and with his band The Texas Horse Pirates.  Check him out at: https://zachdaymusic.net/

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Music with Brett Winters
Jun
7

Music with Brett Winters

Join us for dinner or drinks and take in the sounds of Brett Winters, a Northern Wisconsin indie folk artist whose music is rooted in lakeside stillness, pine forests, and vintage soul. Inspired by artists like Novo Amor and Paul Simon, Brett crafts original songs and unique covers with a “folkified” one-man-band style — reimagining everything from Michael Jackson to Red Hot Chili Peppers through his warm acoustic lens. Check him out here: https://brettwintersmusic.com/

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Memorial Day
May
26

Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day! As we welcome the warm weather with a weekend on the water, we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Veterans, we toast to you with a drink on us.

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Mother's Day Brunch
May
11

Mother's Day Brunch

There is nothing more special than celebrating the most important Mom in your life! Join us for our annual Mother’s Day brunch, featuring a delectable buffet menu and music by local artist Jeff Calhoun. Participating Moms receive a complimentary mimosa. More details to come.

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First Turn Derby Party
May
3

First Turn Derby Party

Join us this year for our annual First Turn Derby Party. Celebrate with us in your favorite Derby hat and enjoy mint juleps and a special menu full of fancy delights as well as a contest for best dressed with prize. Appetizers and mint juleps will be available to purchase all evening during regularly scheduled dinner service.

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Easter Brunch
Apr
20

Easter Brunch

Gather with family and friends for a truly elegant Easter celebration. Set against the beautiful Lake Nokomis backdrop, our brunch experience offers the perfect setting to connect, indulge, and savor the moment. Enjoy a beautifully curated buffet of decadent offerings while music by Jeff Calhoun sets the perfect tone for a memorable gathering. Reservations are highly recommended.

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Valentine's Day Dinner
Feb
14

Valentine's Day Dinner

Join us this Valentine’s Day for an unforgettable evening with your special someone. Indulge in a specially curated menu featuring delectable dishes and treat yourselves to handcrafted specialty cocktails. Whether it’s your first Valentine’s together or your 50th, let us make it a night to remember. ❤️

Reservations recommended—secure your spot today!

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