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Live karaoke every week at bars across NW Indiana and Chicagoland. No cover. Just show up and sing.

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NW Indiana's only veteran-owned mobile karaoke service · 75,000+ songs

Our Karaoke Bar Residencies

Three great venues. One incredible show. All free to attend.

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El Capitán
327 Main St, Hobart, IN · (219) 947-3355
📅 Every Friday 🕗 8pm – 12am

Seafood & cocktails meets karaoke chaos. The most packed show in Hobart — come early for a good seat.

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18th Street Brewery
5725 Miller Ave, Gary, IN · (219) 939-8802
📅 Every Wednesday 🕖 7pm – 10pm

Award-winning craft beers and karaoke in the historic Miller Beach neighborhood. Laid-back, friendly crowd.

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Flights Taproom
839 169th St, Hammond, IN · (219) 554-3380
📅 Every Tuesday 🕗 8pm – 11pm

Cocktails and craft beer in Hammond. Karaoke Tuesday nights bring out all the regulars — competitive and fun.

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Upcoming Karaoke Nights

Summer 2026 — all shows free to attend

Date Venue City Time
Fri, Jun 13El CapitánHobart, IN8pm – 12am
Tue, Jun 17Flights TaproomHammond, IN8pm – 11pm
Wed, Jun 1818th Street BreweryGary, IN7pm – 10pm
Fri, Jun 20El CapitánHobart, IN8pm – 12am
Wed, Jun 2518th Street BreweryGary, IN7pm – 10pm
Fri, Jun 27El CapitánHobart, IN8pm – 12am
Wed, Jul 218th Street BreweryGary, IN7pm – 10pm
Fri, Jul 4El CapitánHobart, IN8pm – 12am
Tue, Jul 8Flights TaproomHammond, IN8pm – 11pm
Wed, Jul 918th Street BreweryGary, IN7pm – 10pm
Fri, Jul 11El CapitánHobart, IN8pm – 12am
Wed, Jul 1618th Street BreweryGary, IN7pm – 10pm
Fri, Jul 18El CapitánHobart, IN8pm – 12am
Tue, Jul 22Flights TaproomHammond, IN8pm – 11pm
Wed, Jul 2318th Street BreweryGary, IN7pm – 10pm
Fri, Jul 25El CapitánHobart, IN8pm – 12am

Schedule continues through September 2026. Follow us on social for real-time updates.

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Why Our Shows Are Different

Not all karaoke is created equal. Here's what you get with PopUp Karaoke.

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Pro Host
Daniel keeps the energy high, rotates singers fairly, and hypes every performer like a headliner.
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Concert Sound
Professional PA system and monitor so you actually sound good. Not a laptop + Bluetooth speaker.
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75,000+ Songs
Every genre, every decade. Pop, country, hip-hop, rock, Spanish, K-pop — we've got your song.
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Always Free
No cover charge. No ticket. Just show up to the bar, order a drink, and get your name in the rotation.
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Veteran-Owned
PopUp Karaoke is veteran-owned and operated. We show up on time, every time, no excuses.
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5-Star Rated
23 Google reviews averaging 5 stars. Real people, real nights, real fun.

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Book PopUp Karaoke for your private party, bachelorette, birthday, or corporate event. We bring the full setup anywhere in NW Indiana or Chicagoland.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your first karaoke night.

Where can I find karaoke near me in NW Indiana?
PopUp Karaoke runs weekly shows at three bars: El Capitán in Hobart (Fridays), 18th Street Brewery in Gary (Wednesdays), and Flights Taproom in Hammond (Tuesdays). All shows are free to attend — see the schedule above.
Is there a cover charge?
No cover charge, ever. Our bar karaoke nights are completely free to attend. Just show up, grab a drink, and put your name in for a song.
How do I sign up to sing?
Walk up to the PopUp Karaoke host, write your name and song on a slip, and we'll call you up when it's your turn. We rotate singers throughout the night so everyone gets a chance.
What songs do you have?
75,000+ songs — pop, country, hip-hop, rock, R&B, oldies, Spanish, K-pop and more. Browse the full list at popupkaraoke.net/catalog.
Can I book a private karaoke event at a bar?
Absolutely. We do venue buyouts, bachelorette parties, birthday nights, corporate events, and more. Fill out our booking form or email us at booking@popupkaraoke.net.
Do you travel to Chicago?
Yes — we serve all of Chicagoland and NW Indiana for private events. Bar residency nights are currently in Indiana only, but we're expanding. Follow us to stay updated.
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