The Lil Drifty is a 3-day, semi-supported bikepacking and paddling adventure hosted by Lost Travel, taking place in Wisconsin’s ruggedly beautiful Driftless Region, August 7-10th. Participants cycle 35 miles through rolling countryside, paddle 20 scenic miles down the Wisconsin River, and ride 50 miles back to the finish—creating one unforgettableContinue Reading
Join Us! Since 1964, the Middleton Good Neighbor Festival has been held on the last full weekend in August before Labor Day. Each year, the festival selects a unique theme. This year the Good Neighbor City is putting all hands on deck for pirates and becoming the Good Matey City. ShiverContinue Reading
Join Us! The 2025 Orton Park Festival will kick off with Family Night on Friday, August 29, featuring activities for the kids, Forward! Marching Band and a mesmerizing performance by Cycropia Aerial Dance. Enjoy full days of music Saturday and Sunday along with the Vendor Village, community arts projects, bingoContinue Reading
GLEAM, an annual outdoor art exhibit, features large scale light installations created by local, regional, and international designers. Take an enchanting stroll through Olbrichs 16-acre garden and tropical Bolz Conservatory after dark and see the Gardens in a whole new light! When:August 30, 2025 Where:3330 Atwood AvenueMadison, WI 53704 Continue Reading
Join us Labor Day weekend, August 30-31, 2025 in downtown Madison as we celebrate the largest picnic on Capitol Square. Taste of Madison presented by COUNTRY Financial is an admission FREE non-profit event that features 80+ food vendors, a variety of beverage options, and live music entertainment all day. Plus,Continue Reading
CREATE. LEARN. CELEBRATE. Presented by PBS Wisconsin and Nancy Zieman Productions, The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show is an exciting three-day event in Madison, Wisconsin, that celebrates the art of quilting. Explore exhibits of truly stunning quilts, shop for the latest offerings from our wonderful vendors and discover new ideas fromContinue Reading
Join Us! Every year on the third Sunday in September, our community comes together for Bike the Barns. Bike the Barns is a full-day cycling adventure that embodies the mission of FairShare. Whether you’re a casual rider or a seasoned cyclist, you’ll travel scenic country roads throughout the ride and stop atContinue Reading
Join Us! World Dairy Expo is home to a world-class dairy cattle show that features the best cattle in North America. Known for its iconic colored shavings and elegant Showring display, Expo’s Dairy Cattle Show had 1,812 owners exhibiting 2,527 head of cattle from 39 U.S. states and 4 Canadian ProvincesContinue Reading
Join Us! Welcome to Madison Vegan Fest! Join us to discover all the ways veganism can impact your life! When:October 4 , 2025 Where: Lunney Lake Farm Park, Madison, WI Continue Reading
Join Us! Go beyond the gallery and into the studios of over 65 artists during this free three day art tour. Open studios, live demos, fall colors, and art for sale at each studio! When:October 17, 18 & 19, 2025 Where: Mineral Point • Spring Green/Dodgeville • Baraboo, WI Continue Reading
Join Us! Bring your people, bring your picnic, and we’ll bring the music. A reserved table gives you the perfect spot to show up, settle in, and enjoy the best things about Concerts on the Square—great tunes, great company, and unforgettable moments. When:Season 2025 Where:321 E. Main Street Madison, WIContinue Reading
Join Us! Check out website below for more information! When:Season 2025 Where: 315 Park St., Sun Prairie, WI Continue Reading
Cave of the Mounds offers a variety of tours in Wisconsin. There’s always something happening. Guided Black Light ToursUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. … Blacklight & Brews TourCave of the Mounds is thrilled to announce theContinue Reading
Join Us! The Wednesday Dane County Farmers’ Market is located between the Madison Municipal Building and the City County Building. While more intimate than the Saturday Market, you will still find many of your favorite DCFM members, as well as a full array of fruits and vegetables, eggs, cheeses, honey, maple syrup, bakeryContinue Reading
Welcome to Overture Center for the ArtsOverture Center features seven state-of-the-art performance spaces and four galleries where Broadway tours, national and international touring artists, nine resident companies and hundreds of local artists engage people in nearly 700,000 educational and artistic experiences each year. Roughly half of the visitors are hereContinue Reading
At Madison Children’s Museum children are the center of our work. We encourage their fullest potential as artists, scientists, inventors, naturalists, explorers, and, above all, empathetic global citizens. We take play very seriously by engaging, challenging, and inspiring every visitor who comes through the Madison Children’s Museum doors. The dedicatedContinue Reading
The Orpheum Theater opened its doors in 1927 and has been a notable landmark in downtown Madison since with its iconic sign towering over State Street. The building’s limestone Art Deco exterior and French Renaissance interior were designed by the architecture firm Rapp and Rapp who also designed other notableContinue Reading
Join Us! The leaves are falling and we’re celebrating all things (brat) autumn and spooky season with fresh announces. Please check website for more awesome event information. When: Season 2025 Where: 701 E Washington Ave, Madison Continue Reading
Events and Activities For Students, By Students The Union is the campus home for learning outside the classroom. Our students plan and offer recreational, cultural, educational, and social opportunities throughout the year. Our student-led programming board, Wisconsin Union Directorate, plans more than 1,000 events within our two buildings and onContinue Reading