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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Pumpkin spice everything. Chai + apple cider. Maple lattes. These are the fall flavors that abound in Madison, Wisconsin this season. No matter what your fall vibe is, you’ll find something you love when you walk into these coffee shops. Here are four must-try fall drink flavors. Pumpkin Spice…
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Open-air shopping at deep discounts is the name of the game in downtown Madison each year on the third weekend of July during Maxwell Street Days. The epic sidewalk sale has been a Madison tradition on State Street for more than 45 years and continues to uphold the expectation of being Madison's…
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The Dane County Farmers’ Market feels like the highlights of a festival and family reunion combined. Fresh food, happy folks chatting about their favorite finds and green space galore makes for the perfect Saturday morning on the Capitol Square. The 2024 farmers’ market season returns Saturday…
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The holidays in Madison are merry, bright and just right for an overnight getaway. In one shopping trip, you can see the Wisconsin State Capitol tree aglow, dine in a winter dome, discover a Miracle on King Street and still find time to get all the best gifts for your loved ones. Our 2023 featured…
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Madison is home to five lakes, over 200 miles of bike paths and 270 public parks. Here, sustainability isn’t a trend, it’s a tradition. The capital city has been home to environmental pioneers including Aldo Leopold and Gaylord Nelson, who founded Earth Day. The tradition those pioneers and many…
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Back, back, back again! The first Madison Night Market of 2023 is Thursday, May 11, along State Street – the vibrant, quirky hub of downtown Madison. The night market serves up all the big energy of the farmers’ market but in a more chill, maker-and-craft-centric way. Great ready for eclectic…
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It’s the little things in life. Tiny houses. Miniature golf. Mini Memorial Union Terrace chairs. You read that right. Madison, Wisconsin’s favorite colorful summer seats are available in pocket-sized perfection. Pick one up at Memorial Union in the Badger Market (or on their website – look for the…
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