Local Motive
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Local Motive is a renovated train car available for your private rental events and is open to the public as a bar most weekend evenings.
We are downtown Madison’s most creative multi-use space and a unique & affordable alternative to larger venues!
09/25/2026
09/22/2026
Alright… this Wednesday is going to be a good one 🎷
We’re doing a pop-up night on the train from 7–12
Live sax over DJ sets — super intimate, super vibey
with local Madison talent 2Pash Shakur
Heading to Mumford & Sons next door? Come through before or swing back after
Skip the car, bike or Uber in and enjoy the fall air 🍂
Next stop updates for this weekend!
Halloween espresso costume run and a Halloween fright train party! All aboard!
09/05/2026
We will be open Saturday, Sept 5th and Sunday, Sept 6th. Closed on Monday!
08/28/2026
Every Friday! No Cover! Music starts at 10 pm!
07/31/2026
Every Friday is a house music night at Local Motive. No Cover. Dj’s on the decks till 1
07/25/2026
Out of respect for our community, we will be closed today.
07/20/2026
Bollywood Dance Night. Round #2!
06/25/2026
Arrive in style and time to our happy hours!
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646 W Washington Avenue #5
Madison, WI
53703
Opening Hours
| Friday | 6pm - 1am |
| Saturday | 6pm - 1am |
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