Did you know the internationally celebrated day, Earth Day, got its start right here in Wisconsin? There's so much to do to celebrate our favorite holiday. Rentable e-bikes. Park clean-ups. Hiking Gov. Nelson State Park. (Fun fact: Gaylord Nelson is the founder of Earth Day.) One thing's for sure…
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The NFL Draft is coming to Wisconsin! Whether you're a lifelong cheesehead or taking your first ever trip to Lambeau, the Badger State welcomes you to plan the ultimate football-lovers getaway. From Badgerland to Titletown, there's dozens of opportunities to build an itinerary fit for the gridiron…
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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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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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What comes to mind when you think of a downtown and what you'll find in Madison are two different things. Downtown Madison stands apart from bustling concrete jungles as a vibrant, walkable, bikeable stretch of city flanked by two glittering lakes and focused around one of the nation's most…
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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 the frozen lake 5K or getting a hole-in-one at frozen mini golf, Madison is…
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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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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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When the air cools down and the leaves blaze into vibrant oranges and reds, it’s a sign that it’s time to head out of the city for a fall family must-do: fun at the farm. From apple orchards and pumpkin patches to petting ponies and zig-zagging through corn mazes, the best fall activities in Madison…
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