In Madison, we turn winter weather into winter adventure. Our frozen lakes and stunning landscapes bring out our best (and maybe unexpected) ways to enjoy the outdoors. Madison winters are not just for the thrill seekers. There's a snowy sport for all levels of athletic ability. Jump to the map and…
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What if you could get the frozen fun of an Up North getaway, with all the comforts and convenience of the city? Enter Madison — ourfive lakes make it easy to enjoy outdoor adventures in every season. Yes, even winter. As the lakes freeze over, they become winter playgrounds. They're perfect for ice…
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Greater Madison is known for its many miles of biking and hiking trails — all 200 miles of them. But we’re also renowned because we’re one of just five Platinum-Level Bike Friendly Communities in the country! Being on an isthmus and surrounded with scenery sculpted by glaciers makes ours a…
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Badger football. LOVB Madison matches. The thrill of IRONMAN. The pursuit of WIAA glory. Whatever sportscursion brings you to Madison, you’ll find a city that embraces visitors and elevates game day into a full-blown adventure! Sports tourism is on the rise, with more fans and athletes travelling…
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Jumping around at a UW–Madison Badger football game is an experience like no other, but it is just a slice of Madison's best things to do in fall. Gameday is a great anchor for a weekend-long trip to the capital city. Here's a list of experiences to include before and after your journey to Camp…
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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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Stunning views. Now in fall hues. Visiting Madison in fall means experiencing the richness of fall color in a city studded with glittering lakes and surrounded by state parks and natural areas. Exploring Madison's fall colors can take on any form you choose. Want to take a relaxing stroll? There's a…
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It’s fall (in Madison), y’all! That means it’s time to deck out your digs with pumpkins, gourds and fall-flavored treats. Hit the highway or cruise the back roads to get the family to a pumpkin patch. Many offer hayrides and pick-your-own gourds. At some of the spots, you can energize with an apple…
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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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When your tagline is "a city in motion," visitors expect a day on the go, and Fitchburg, WI certainly lives up to expectations. We've broken down the best ways to spend a day in Fitchburg complete with where to bike, what events to plan your trip around and what food and drinks you need to try while…
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