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Downtown Winter Events to Warm Your Spirit

'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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Not Your Average Nightlife Spots in Madison

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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5 Parent Pro Tips for UW Family Weekend

There’s so much to love about Madison in the fall, including watching the city come alive as UW–Madison students return to campus. If your own student has been too busy to follow up on your not-so-subtle “call me” hints and texts, fall also brings a don’t-miss tradition that will help you…

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Best Road Trip from Minneapolis: Madison, WI

You've felt it on your Instagram feeds, around the watercooler and even during your daily morning news watch: road trips are so back. Romanticizing that feeling of being on the road, an arm's length from your favorite people, as anticipation builds for your next few days of adventure is all we're…

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Best Road Trip: Chicago to Madison, WI

Let's be real. It's time to get out of the city. Planning a huge vacation might not be on your BINGO card this year, and that's OK because the perfect, easy road trip from Chicago is waiting for you in Madison, WI. Madison is a great getaway from Chicago because it's affordable, easy to get to and…

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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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