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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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, Wisconsin is always evolving, and 2026 is no exception! This year brings exciting new cultural attractions, a dozen new restaurants (and counting!) and events that make our city an even more vibrant destination. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned local, read on to discover…
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Looking for something to do this winter? Why not try 20 things? And why not do them in Madison, Wisconsin, where frozen fun meets cozy memories and there's never a dull moment. Of course, you can't do all these things in one day. Make your adventures last by booking an overnight stay in the capital…
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Saturdays in Madison just don't feel the same without the farmers' market on the Capitol Square. Luckily, the Dane County Farmers' Market hosts a Late Winter Market at Garver Feed Mill on Madison's eastside throughout the chilly season. The weekly market kicks off Saturday, January 3 and is held…
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There are so many great ways to celebrate the holiday season in Madison. Take your pick of tree lightings and parades happening in neighboring towns. Or head out for some holiday shopping, seasonal adventures at the Henry Vilas Zoo or even the Wisconsin State Capitol to get your festive fill. You’ll…
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'Tis the season to grab your favorite people and enjoy the holidays in Madison. One of the capital city's hubs for holiday spirit is downtown Madison, where you can find festive celebrations and holiday shopping. From holiday lights and the famous tree in the Capitol to carolers and a holiday…
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The locals will tell you: Nightlife in Madison is where the city truly shines. Nights out in Madison offer something for every mood – energetic and adventurous, laid-back and chill, comedic and fun. You’ll find countless places to party with your closest friends and, perhaps, meet a few new ones…
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A city with rich history like Madison is bound to have a few ghost stories, creepy-crawly tales and legends of things that go bump in the night. Reading spooky stories or watching scary movies is fine, but experiencing the scary things to do in Madison is the best way to celebrate the Halloween…
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The city of Madison's energy on Badger gamedays is infectious. It's a day full of celebration, tradition, Big Ten pride and more. Whether or not you have tickets to the game, there's somewhere in the city that'll feel just as electric as jumping around at Camp Randall Stadium. Join in the fun and…
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