It’s no secret that Madison is an LGBTQIA2S+ friendly haven with queerness touching all aspects of what makes this city great. No matter what you’re experiencing, chances are there’s queer representation in some form or (literal) fashion. Want to see a punk show at Mickey’s? One of the bands…
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Your guide to summer in Madison is here. Nothing beats moving from lake to biergarten to museum to nightlife in just one day. And you can fit even more than that in one weekend. Our vibe is loved by the outdoor enthusiasts and urban explorers alike. We're a Midwest summer vacation destination that…
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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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In Madison, we are passionate about celebrating and acknowledging the importance of arts and culture in our community. For over 25 years, The Wisconsin Film Festival has played an strong role in recognizing our city's creativity and expression by entertaining, educating and enriching hundreds of…
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We can't always control what makes us overwhelmed, stressed and anxious, but we maintain a responsibility to ourselves to address the feelings when they come. Sometimes the antidote is an escape. Traveling is a powerful form of self-care. Removing ourselves from our daily grind can reset our brains…
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The year 2025 offers a variety of opportunities to honor Black History Month with the theme, “African Americans and Labor,” which delves into the diverse forms of work—ranging from free and forced to skilled, unskilled, vocational and voluntary—that have shaped collective experiences and cultures…
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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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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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Food – growing it, processing it, and sharing it with others – has always been a cornerstone of the culture at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Wisconsin home, Taliesin. For more than a century, Wright and his ancestors worked in harmony with the fertile hillsides to raise crops and enjoy the fruits of their…
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Fresh air + fine art = a combination fit for a great trip. Watching a live outdoor performance is the perfect combination of Madison's lake-city-lake landscape and vibrant arts scene. Our outdoor art spaces vary from open outdoor theaters to rooftop sculpture gardens to lakeshore concert stages and…
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