Alliant Energy Center is just a couple miles away from the heart of downtown Madison, Wisconsin, and just steps away from the local establishments, nature and architecture that make Madison unique. Experience the city with these Madison moments, all easily accessible from Alliant Energy Center. Hit…
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Hiking in Madison, Wisconsin is magical year-round, but there's something extra special about those fall colors on a cool, crisp morning. These hiking spots are perfect for taking in the views. Grab your water bottle and a flannel, it's fall y'all. 1. UW Madison Arboretum This nature wonderland…
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How can a 4.5-acre venue hide in plain sight? That’s all part of the magic of Madison’s Breese Stevens Field. Tucked away in Madison’s up-and-coming Capitol East neighborhood, Breese Stevens, or simply “Breese” (pronounced breeze) as the locals affectionately call it, is a historic venue…
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When it comes to summertime, a Madison Mallards games absolutely fit the … bill. A night at the Duck Pond is whatever you make it: a family weekend excursion, night out with friends or a nine-inning getaway. The Mallards have called Madison home since 2001 and are a part of the collegiate Northwoods…
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Forward is kind of our thing in Madison. It’s the name of an iconic Capitol Square statue. It’s the mindset of our community's progressive ideals, and it’s the name of our legendary football (soccer, if you prefer) club. Going to a Forward Madison FC game is about way more than football.…
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Although Madison is known for many things—its five lakes, State Street, America’s largest producers-only farmers’ market—it’s equally famed for one of the best pastimes around: going to sporting events, and lots of ‘em. With our zealous enthusiasm for all-things-sports (the…
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Aahhh, football. Thanksgiving is approaching and to truly be ready for Turkey Day, prep by loading your plate with a feast of football. Cheer on the best high school teams in Wisconsin. See the first postseason college bowl game in Wisconsin state history. Jump Around with the Badgers. All on…
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On any given day in Madison, from below-zero mornings to balmy afternoons, you’ll see people running pretty much wherever you look. It’s a favorite activity here in the Capital City, so it’s no wonder that Madison has been named one of the fittest places in the country time and time again. With more…
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May is National Bike Month, but here in Madison, biking is a beloved, year-round activity. With 75 miles of bike paths, 200 miles of trails and even a “Bike Barometer” next to the Monona Terrace that keeps track of how many bicyclists have passed by daily and yearly, it’s safe to say that our city…
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Venture just 10 minutes south of the Wisconsin State Capitol and you'll find yourself surrounded by acres of prairie, meadows and wetlands — perfect for hiking, biking, fishing or whatever floats your boat (or should we say kayak). Amidst it all is the Lower Yahara River Trail. This trail is part of…
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