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Katrina Montesano
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Katrina Montesano

Katrina loves live music, coffee, hiking and cheese curds. When she's not working as a Senior Content Coordinator at Destination Madison, she can most likely be found hanging out with her dog, crocheting, or spending time with family and friends. 

Frozen Festivals Worth a Trip to Madison

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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Winter Activities for Kids

Days might be the shortest in the winter, but they can feel like the longest for parents or caregivers trying to keep kids active and engaged while cooped up inside the house. Fortunately, the Madison, WI, area has a wide range of family-friendly adventures for kids and parents alike to keep their…

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Things to Do on Madison’s Frozen Lakes

What if you could get the frozen fun of an Up North getaway, with all the comforts and convenience of the city? Enter Madison — ourfive lakes make it easy to enjoy outdoor adventures in every season. Yes, even winter. As the lakes freeze over, they become winter playgrounds. They're perfect for ice…

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5 Reasons Why You Should Check Out Brat Fest

Grills are sizzlin' with brats, people are groovin' to live music and we're kicking off summertime in Madison! For over 40 years, The World's Largest Brat Fest has brought our community together on Memorial Day weekend with a culinary festival you won't want to miss! Brat Fest is an annual…

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