Goth Barge

A dark wave DJ collective best known for their boat dance parties.
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08/30/2026

Milwaukee’s biggest street festival is back, and Goth Barge is taking over the 91.7 WMSE Stage to close out the night!

Catch us headlining on Kinnickinnic Avenue with a full evening of darkwave, goth rock, post-punk, and alternative dance favorites to wrap up Bay View Bash 2026. The festival is 100% free, all ages, and packed with local vendors, food, and incredible live music all day long.

Come early, support local radio on 91.7 WMSE, grab some food, and stick around to dance the street down with us under the night sky.

Full 91.7 WMSE Stage Schedule:
12:00 PM - Boogie Bang Gang
3:30 PM - Human Ant Farm
4:45 PM - Emmitt James
6:00 PM - Seances
7:15 PM - Tuff Sudz
8:45 PM - Goth Barge

KK Ave (between Potter & Clement)
Milwaukee, WI
Free Event
All Ages

08/03/2026

Goth Barge is taking over Cathedral Square to wrap up this year's Jazz in the Park season. For the first time in the 35th year event history, East Town Association is bringing DJs into the mix, and we're honored to represent. Huge thanks to East Town for opening up Milwaukee’s staple Thursday night tradition to our sound.

Jazz in the Park has been a Downtown Milwaukee anchor for decades, building a legacy of bringing the community together through music every summer. We're closing out the lineup by ushering in spooky season out on the lawn with darkwave, post-punk, and gothic dance tracks.

Goth Barge residents Dance Commandr and XdominionX join forces with special guest Scary Lady Sarah, from Chicago. As the mind behind Nocturna, the longest-running goth event in North America, Sarah is absolute scene royalty. Having her join us in Cathedral Square as the sun sets and the park goes dark will be an unforgettable night for Milwaukee.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
CATHEDRAL SQUARE PARK (520 E WELLS ST)
FREE ENTRY
ALL AGES

Market opens at 3 PM. Music starts at 6 PM sharp. Grab your spot on the lawn.

07/20/2026

POST MODERN SLEAZE INDIE VIDEO DANCE PARTY at X-RAY ARCADE is taking over X-Ray Arcade on Saturday, August 22, 2026!

DJ Ferngully and Dance Commandr will be spinning the definitive anthems and deep cuts that defined a decade of messy, sweat-soaked dance floors, set to retro high-energy visuals.

Get ready for genres like:
Indie sleaze
Electroclash
Bloghouse
Dance-punk

Featured artists include:
LCD Soundsystem
Justice
Crystal Castles
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Daft Punk
MGMT
Peaches
Death From Above 1979
The Gossip
Cut Copy
MSTRKRFT
Fischerspooner
Ladytron..and so many more.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
X-RAY ARCADE
18+ EVENT
$5 COVER

06/22/2026

Goth Barge is taking to the water across the border for our Toronto maiden voyage, a four-hour darkwave dance cruise on the Jubilee Queen featuring Mistress McCutchan and the Goth Barge DJ crew.

If you’ve been waiting for us to make our international debut, now is your chance to catch the dark energy live on Lake Ontario. Toronto’s Mistress McCutchan will join Goth Barge’s XDominionX and Dance Commandr for a night of darkwave, industrial, and postpunk rhythms.

The Jubilee Queen offers the perfect setting for an evening cruise, featuring a dual-deck layout that splits into a spacious enclosed lower lounge with a massive dance floor and an open upper deck offering panoramic views of the Toronto skyline. The ship comes equipped with a fully stocked cash bar serving up a selection of beer, wine, and liquor to keep you moving all night long. Between sets, you can step out onto the deck to take in the waterfront views. Put on your best dancing boots, bring your energy, and let's show Toronto how we set the vibe on the water.

Make sure to arrive early so you don't get left behind. Gates open and boarding begins at 7:00 PM sharp, with the boat leaving the dock at 8:00 PM. The cruise returns to land at 12:00 AM, and final disembarkation runs until 12:30 AM.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29TH, 2026
BOARDING AT 7:00 PM
DEPARTURE AT 8:00 PM
RETURN TO DOCK AT 12:00 AM
THE JUBILEE QUEEN, TORONTO, ON
$55 ADVANCE // $65 GENERAL ADMISSION

06/15/2026

The turnout for the Goth Barge Blood Rave was absolutely unreal, and we want to express our deepest appreciation to everyone who came out and brought so much intense energy to the dance floor.

We owe a massive debt of gratitude to The Miramar Theatre and their entire staff, who handled a wild, fully drenched venue with incredible professionalism. From security and bartending to the sound and light crew, they took care of us completely and proved why they are absolutely first-class.

A shout-out also goes to the awesome talent capturing the night behind the lens for catching all the chaos perfectly, special shout out to videotographer rodisrodmke for the videos in this post. And to our amazing Goth Barge crew for grinding behind the scenes to make it all run smoothly.

Huge props to DJ FernGully, Dominion, and the Dance Commandr himself for delivering the perfect, heavy-hitting mixture of darkwave and acid house that kept the floor moving all night.

We are already back in the lab plotting the next mutation and preparing to bring this back to the city as an ever-evolving experience. For the next round, we are raising the stakes with significantly more blood and a brand-new custom blood mix perfected for maximum visual chaos.

Thank you all so much for trusting the vision, showing up, and making the night what it was. We will see you in the next downpour.

06/13/2026

CLEVELAND: THE NIGHT DOESN’T END WHEN WE DOCK. Cleveland Gothic East & Goth Barge present the official AFTER BARGE: FREE GOTH DANCE PARTY!

Whether you’re stepping straight off the ship or meeting us directly on land, we’re keeping the energy alive and moving into the shadows of the city.

FRIDAY, JULY 3RD, 2026
9:00 PM-1:00 AM
RIFFS TREMONT, CLEVELAND, OH
NO COVER
21+ EVENT

MISSING THE MAIN VOYAGE?
Don't just watch us sail away from the shore. Tickets are STILL AVAILABLE for the boat!

Before we take over Riff's, we are setting sail for Goth Barge: A Darkwave Dance Cruise on The Holiday. Grab your spot on deck to catch Bizarre Dance Triangle and Dance Commandr spinning darkwave, industrial, and post-punk against a backdrop of city skyline fireworks.

CRUISE TICKETS: Hit the link in our bio to grab your boarding pass before they're gone for good!

AFTER PARTY:No ticket needed. Just show up, dress to depress, and dance until they turn the lights on.

See you on the water... ⚓🦇

06/12/2026

THE BLOOD WILL FLOW. ARE YOU READY? 🩸

This Saturday, June 13th, Goth Barge transforms the Miramar Theatre into a full-scale Blood Rave. The pumps are primed, the rigs are set, and the main dance floor is about to become an absolute bloodbath.

This is high-intensity immersive production. To keep you safe and the venue covered, we are doing things by the book. Here is your essential Pre-Event Checklist so you can survive the night:

WAIVER REQUIRED FOR ENTRY
Entry to the building requires a signed liability waiver. Do not wait until you’re in line! Scan the QR code in our slides, fill it out with your full legal name, and keep that "Waiver Recorded" confirmation screen open on your phone. Your ID name must match your submission exactly.

👉 HIT THE LINK IN OUR BIO TO PRE-SIGN RIGHT NOW AND BYPASS THE LINES.

BLOOD EFFECTS ACTIVE
The heavy theatrical blood drop will be active over the main dance floor. The fluid is non-toxic and washable, but it WILL stain clothing and shoes. Wear gear you do not mind ruining. If you’re dressing to impress, stay outside the Splash Zone.

COAT CHECK AVAILABLE
Protect your valuables, dry clothes, and jackets. We highly recommend utilizing the dedicated coat check inside the venue before heading to the floor.

THEMED DRINKS (LIMITED)
Fuel the night with Syringe Jello Shots and Blood Bags, available at the bar while supplies last. Get to the bar early before they run out!

The music is dark, the atmosphere is relentless, and the bloodbath is guaranteed. Secure your belongings, sign your waiver in advance, and prepare for a legendary night.

Saturday, June 13th
The Miramar Theatre
9PM - 2AM
$15 | 18+ Only

Address

5036 S Packard Ave
Cudahy, WI
53110

Website

https://www.gothbarge.com/

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