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Ashley Pettay

Ashley loves walking her dog, playing Dungeons and Dragons, and baking. She's a former journalist and ice cream enthusiast who loves all things pop culture. You can catch her working as the Content Manager at Destination Madison.

What's New in Madison in 2025

The new year is a great time to seek out new experiences. Fortunately in Madison, you'll be able to do that all year long. 2025 is set to be an exciting year for the capital city filled with new sports teams, events, restaurants and some big anniversaries worth celebrating. New things are happening…

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Middleton Itineraries to Match Your Friend Group

Is your group chat buzzing with anticipation of your next great hangout? Middleton has a solution. There's no uniform way to experience Madison's neighbor to the west, which is why we broke down our recommended Middleton itineraries based on what kind of trip your group is looking for. Whether your…

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Dining Around the World in Madison

Madison's diverse community and its love for fresh, quality food come together to create a beloved global food scene. You can find authentic international food all around town, from James Beard award-winning restaurants to hidden gems in unsuspecting locations. The amount of global fare in Madison…

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How to Enjoy Bleisure Travel in Madison

Remote and hybrid work schedules have expanded our idea of what a workplace is. Can you work your desk job from a shoreline, a shop or a shanty? Absolutely. It's your opportunity to see more of the world while maintaining the normalcy of a steady career. If your job allows you to work around the…

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Places in Madison to Enjoy Stunning Architecture

Madison is a beautiful city. But it's not just the five lakes and 270+ parks that add to the city's stellar visuals. The architecture in Madison, WI is wow-worthy. The beautiful buildings that put Madison on the map are a mix of historic landmarks, colorful campuses and innovative designs that make…

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Your Guide to Madison Night Mares Gameday

An evening with the Madison Night Mares is anything but scary. The capital city's Women's Summer Collegiate Softball League team brings a combination of athleticism and entertainment to Warner Park all summer long. Catching a Night Mares game means seeing some of the brightest future softball stars…

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