EMO Night Karaoke
Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 – Time: 10:00 PM Start
Venue: The Highball Bar, 122 N 11th Street, Lincoln, NE
Theme / Description:
Break out the eyeliner, shake out your side bangs, and relive your MySpace glory days — it’s EMO Night at The Highball Bar. From My Chemical Romance to Paramore, Fall Out Boy to The Used, tonight is dedicated to the anthems that made us feel everything all at once. Big emotions, big choruses, and the perfect soundtrack for your inner emo kid.
Format Details:
• No cover charge
• Free to join – open to all performers
• Prizes awarded for Best Performance and Most Emo Fit
• EMO-inspired drink specials all night
• New theme every 1st Wednesday of the month
Vibe & Atmosphere:
All voices are welcome — whether you’re screaming your heart out, softly singing something sad, or just here to channel peak 2007 energy. Expect black outfits, heavy eyeliner, neon hair streaks, and nostalgia-fueled sing-alongs all night long.
How to Participate:
Arrive early to sign up, grab a drink, and slip fully into your emo era. Bonus points for studded belts, band tees, and iconic Hot Topic vibes. Karaoke kicks off at 10:00 PM — come ready to scream, cry, and sing like you mean it.
Venue Info / Schedule:
The Highball Bar | 1st Wednesdays | Downtown Lincoln | 21+.
Monthly Karaoke Themes:
1st Wednesday – Theme Night (January: EMO Night)
2nd Wednesday – Classic Karaoke Contest
3rd Wednesday – Sing to Win Raffle
4th Wednesday – Genre Roulette
5th Wednesday (when applicable) – Blindfold Karaoke & Grand Raffle