We are recording a live album with YOU!
$10 at door, $14.42 in advance
The Menards: “All by Heart” Released January 3rd, 2026!
Upcoming Gigs
Previous events
We’ll be debuting some new originals! Make a free reservation below. Enjoy a slushy drink (we recommend the Paloma) and some delicious BabyGold BBQ.
Free show, tips greatly appreciated!
Free!
Join us for a long set kicking off right at 5 pm -- grab a slushy drink and get the weekend started RIGHT!
It's back! Join us for a celebration of all things Gretsch, including a raffle for a fantastic Gretsch guitar and other fun swag. Details and lineup of musicians to come, but save the date!
Two very intimate sets!
The Menards are excited to be playing the AMF again! This year we’re playing on Saturday, July 4th at 3:25 pm in the Club.
The Menards are excited to be a part of this annual event put together by Lawrence Peters. Bluegrass / Cowpunk legends Split Lip Rayfield will headline the day, supported by a gaggle of country, honky tonk & Americana acts: Brandon Good, Lydia Cash, Mike Gianinni, Orillia, QueerCountry Bandwagon, The Lawrence Peters Outfit, The Menards, Tobacco City (duo), Trophy Wife, Wicked Drawl, Wild Western Avenue
BBQ by BabyGold BBQ | Homemade pie by Bang Bang
The Menards is on the back stage at 3 pm.
Tickets are $25, $60 VIP ticket holders receive a silk screened poster for the event by Ryan Duggan and a Hideout t-shirt the day of the show.
We're back on the patio, with a LATER START TIME! Join us at 7 pm — grab a slushy drink and some snacks from BabyGold BBQ and get the weekend started off RIGHT!
Free
Cathie & Tim on the Reclaimed Patio
Reclaimed Bar and Restaurant, 3655 N Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
Join Tim & Cathie on the beautiful Reclaimed patio for an evening of delicious drinks and food and Americana music! Don’t miss the Deviled Eggs, if you like yourself :-)
$5
Our wonderful hosts, Blue Lorraine Quartet [Jason Batchko, Josh Piet, Gabriel Stutz, Linda Weseman] kick off the night at 8 pm. The Menards [Paul Bivans, Michael Krayniak;,Tim Menard, Cathie Van Wert, Gabriel Stutz] take the stage around 9 pm. Hope to see you there!
Join Tim with special guest, the remarkable Jason Batchko for an intimate afternoon of music at the Friendly.
Free show, tips greatly appreciated!
Join us for a full band happy hour! Enjoy delicious hand crafted cocktails (NA: ask for the Golden Elixir!) and BabyGold BBQ at your table. Aaron Nowakowski joins us on drums!
Join Tim and Cathie at one of our favorite restaurant/bars in Chicago. Reclaimed is a Southern gastropub featuring amazing food, fantastic cocktails and a bespoke wine collection. Stop in, order something delicious, and settle in for a fun evening! $5 cover.
Join Tim with special guest, the fantabulous Rebecca Jasso for an intimate afternoon of music at the Friendly.
Free show, tips greatly appreciated!
Join us for a full band happy hour! Enjoy delicious hand crafted cocktails (NA: ask for the Golden Elixir!) and BabyGold BBQ at your table. Jason Batchko joins us on drums.
Free reservations:
Let's celebrate the end of an era ... 18 years of our beloved Lizard's Liquid Lounge and the end of Tim's 16 year residency. It will be a night to remember!
8:00 pm The Menards (Duo) 9:00 pm LMW Trio featuring Laura Lopardo, Sydney Meyer and Jodi Walker with Andon Davis, Michael Krayniak, Jim Basten and Ryan Shepherd
Featuring: Phil Angotti, Gerald Dowd, Casey McDonough, Tim Menard, Rachel Swain & Linda Weseman Come SPIN THE WHEEL and listen to 6 local singer/songwriters — acoustic guitars in hand — as they dig into the catalogs of their (and your) favorite musicians! Part game show, part intimate listening experience. Will Rachel Swain sing Emmylou? Will Phil Angotti sing McCartney? Might Tim Menard play Willie? Should Casey McDonough sing The Everlys? Who knows what Gerald Dowd will sing?!? (Levon?) Audience participation will dictate! With guidance from your Master of Ceremony for the evening, Mr. Jason Batchko!
Join Tim each month for an intimate show with special guests! This month he is honored to welcome Rebecca Jasso as his guest.