Wisconsin is known for cheese, and better yet, cheese curds. You know I love a good, deep-fried cheese curd: perfectly battered, melty cheese, served with a side of house-made ranch dressing. I visited Madison recently to try out more of their deep-fried cheese curds AND get some deals by using the…
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An evening with the Madison Night Mares is anything but scary. The capital city's Women's Summer Collegiate Softball League team brings a combination of athleticism and entertainment to Warner Park all summer long. Catching a Night Mares game means seeing some of the brightest future softball stars…
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Here’s the thing about Madison and Pride: we don’t just show up for one weekend in June and call it a day. In Madison, we celebrate who we are all year long and, when August rolls around, we bring it all together in one extraordinary weekend that reminds you why this city is one of the most…
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When it comes to summertime, a Madison Mallards game absolutely fits the … bill. A night at the Duck Pond is whatever you make it: a family weekend excursion, a night out with friends or a nine-inning getaway. The Mallards have called Madison home since 2001 and are a part of the collegiate…
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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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Let's be real. When you're ready for a break from the city, you want a trip that gets you to a state of relaxation in a state that makes it E-A-S-Y. Road trips are totally trending right now, and planning yours from Chicago to Madison is about as easy as it gets: Two hours. Windows down. Music up…
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Gardens have held spaces as special places throughout time and culture. Consider Monet's gardens that inspired some of the greatest Impressionist art of all time, Victory Gardens that kept families fed during World War II or the use of gardens in literature like "Pride and Prejudice " or "Alice in…
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You've seen it while scrolling your Instagram feed, spent several Mondays hearing about your co-workers' spontaneous getaways, and have even seen it cross your daily morning news watch: road trips are so back. That romantic feeling of being on the road—windows down, music up—just hours away from…
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In Madison, Earth Day is more than just a single day on our calendars. It reflects the city's long-standing commitment to sustainability, environmental values and community-driven action. Earth Day is Madison's favorite holiday as it was founded right here in Wisconsin. We make it easy to celebrate…
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For six glorious evenings every summer, Madison locals slow down to sip, savor, and soak up some of the most beautiful live orchestral music you’ve ever heard. This is the magic known as Concerts on the Square, put on by the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra and going strong since 1983. If you could…
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