Traveling to Madison, WI for a work conference comes with a built‑in perk: it’s a destination with so many unique things to do, you’ll want to stay one more day—or bring someone along to enjoy it with you! While you’re in sessions, your companion or family can explore a safe city that…
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Independent bookstores are having a moment thanks to trends like #booktok and Indie Bookstore Day. In Madison, we've loved our indie bookstores long before it was cool. Different pieces of Madison's identity collide in our indie bookstores. You can find hints of our academic culture, our thriving…
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St. Patrick's Day weekend in Madison is one you won't want to miss. From shuffling down State Street, to sipping on local libations while enjoying a bit of live music, or celebrating the luckiest holiday with the family, there are a lot of memories to make this year. Here’s how you can make this St…
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Madison area hotels, restaurants and shops go all in on making you and your loved ones feel special on Valentine's Day. Skip the stress and use this helpful guide to find all the best Valentine's Day specials, romantic restaurants and date night ideas in Madison. If staying home or in your hotel is…
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Madison has something to offer for every couple's version of romance. It's where you'll find classic date night offerings like dinner and a show. Relaxing retreats like visiting a spa. And the chance to embark on adventures that bring you closer together. A romantic getaway in Madison is the perfect…
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Forget the trinkets. Bring home a new skill. Madison offers a wide breadth of classes, lessons and workshops you can try in a day or a weekend. Do you want to learn how to make a perfectly balanced cheese board? Taste mustard like a pro? Make your own bottle of gin? These ed-ventures (and more) are…
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What will define standout meetings and events in 2026? To help you stay ahead of the curve, we sat down with three seasoned industry leaders to uncover the trends, technologies and attendee expectations shaping the year ahead. From immersive design and personalization to sustainability, A/V best…
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When is the best time to visit Madison? If you ask us, there’s really no wrong time. But we understand picking one of the 52 weekends to plan your trip can feel like a large task. Fortunately, we have some inspiration to help you choose. These 10 event weekends include some of the city’s most…
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Madison has a long history with the James Beard awards — notably one of the most prestigious awards in food, and referred to as the “Oscars of the food world” by TIME magazine. Over the years, Madison restaurants and chefs have earned many different nominations, in a variety of categories. How many…
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Winter in Madison is full of outdoor adventure. The lakes freeze over and are transformed into cold weather playgrounds for all to enjoy. Festivals pop up along the shoreline and even on the ice! Whether you’re cheering on runners in the frozen lake 5K or getting a hole-in-one at frozen mini golf…
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