Boardwalk Empire Cocktail Mix | Vintage Jazz & Speakeasy Wedding Vibes for Oshkosh & Fox Cities Weddings

If you’re planning a wedding in Oshkosh, Appleton, Green Bay, or the Fox Cities and want to transport your guests back to the glamorous Roaring 20s, nothing sets the mood quite like vintage jazz and speakeasy vibes. Our Boardwalk Empire Cocktail Mix is the perfect soundtrack for your wedding cocktail hour or elegant reception — a timeless, sophisticated blend of jazz, swing, and blues hits inspired by the iconic Prohibition-era ambiance.

Why Choose a Vintage Jazz & Speakeasy Cocktail Playlist?

The appeal of vintage jazz at weddings goes far beyond nostalgia. These rich melodies and swinging rhythms create a warm, intimate atmosphere where guests can mingle, chat, and sip their cocktails in style. For couples who love a classic, timeless vibe or are hosting their celebration at historic venues, barns, or speakeasy-style locations around Oshkosh and the Fox Cities, this playlist instantly adds charm and class.

What’s Inside the Boardwalk Empire Cocktail Mix?

This 2-hour curated playlist features legendary artists like Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, and many more. From upbeat swing tunes like “Sing, Sing, Sing” to soulful ballads like “Stormy Weather,” it’s designed to keep your guests enchanted without overpowering conversation.

Highlights include:

• Ain’t Misbehavin’ by Fats Waller — a quintessential jazz staple
  
• Cheek to Cheek by Ella & Louis — perfect for romantic slow dances or mingling
  
• The Charleston by The Golden Gate Orchestra — to bring a touch of the flapper-era energy
  
• Sophisticated Lady by Duke Ellington — adding refined elegance to your event
  
  

Each track is carefully selected to evoke the speakeasy feel reminiscent of Boardwalk Empire’s stylish and mysterious jazz clubs.

Perfect for Local Wedding Venues

If you’re hosting your wedding or cocktail hour at popular venues like the Howard, The Gather on Broadway in Green Bay, The 513 in Appleton, Venue 404 in Oshkosh, or wherever your celebration is, whether indoors or at outdoor garden spaces, tying your event to a unique, unforgettable vibe.

Other Wedding Playlist Ideas

For couples who want to extend their music variety, consider pairing this vintage jazz mix with:

• Smooth 90s Groovers Cocktail Playlist for an R&B & chill vibe later in the night
• Soft Rock & Country Cocktail Mix — ideal for blending laid-back modern vibes with classic tunes
• Fifty Shades of Grey Mix — featuring timeless classics from legends like Sinatra and Dusty Springfield

Each playlist offers a unique flavor to keep your wedding music dynamic and your guests engaged throughout the celebration, need more ideas, check out the Ultimate Spotify Playlist Hub for hundreds of Playlists for every element of your day!

How to Use This Playlist for Your Wedding

• Cocktail Hour: Set the tone as guests arrive and mingle with soft jazz in the background.
• Dinner Service: Keep the energy elegant but relaxed, making conversations flow naturally.
• Reception Warm-Up: Use this playlist as a warm, classy lead-in before transitioning to dance hits later.
  
  

By timing your playlist segments strategically, you create a layered experience that matches each wedding phase perfectly.

Ready to Bring Vintage Jazz & Speakeasy Vibes to Your Oshkosh or Fox Cities Wedding?

If you want your wedding cocktail hour to feel like a scene from the Roaring 20s, the Boardwalk Empire Cocktail Mix is your go-to soundtrack. With decades of experience curating music that connects guests and elevates events, Sound Sensations Entertainment can help you craft the perfect wedding soundtrack tailored to your style and venue.

Book a free consultation with us today to discuss your wedding music needs and how we can bring timeless elegance and modern professionalism to your big day.

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