Local Motive

Local Motive 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!

Every Friday! No Cover! Music starts at 10 pm!
08/28/2026

Every Friday! No Cover! Music starts at 10 pm!

Every Friday is a house music night at Local Motive. No Cover. Dj’s on the decks till 1
07/31/2026

Every Friday is a house music night at Local Motive. No Cover. Dj’s on the decks till 1

Out of respect for our community, we will be closed today.
07/25/2026

Out of respect for our community, we will be closed today.

Bollywood Dance Night. Round #2!
07/20/2026

Bollywood Dance Night. Round #2!

07/19/2026
Bar hours: 9 pm to close!
07/04/2026

Bar hours: 9 pm to close!

Arrive in style and time to our happy hours!
06/25/2026

Arrive in style and time to our happy hours!

Yes, we heard you… and we delivered 🍻Happy Hour is officially here!Enjoy $2 OFF everything on our menu — because good ti...
06/19/2026

Yes, we heard you… and we delivered 🍻
Happy Hour is officially here!

Enjoy $2 OFF everything on our menu — because good times should come with great deals.

Grab your crew, raise a glass, and let’s cheers 🥂

Bar open on Thursday, Fri & Sat at 6 pm!
06/18/2026

Bar open on Thursday, Fri & Sat at 6 pm!

Bar open till 11 tonight!
06/11/2026

Bar open till 11 tonight!

Address

646 W Washington Avenue #5
Madison, WI
53703

Opening Hours

Friday 6pm - 1am
Saturday 6pm - 1am

Telephone

+16089608446

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