NFL Draft Weekend in Madison, WI

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.

If you'll be in Madison during draft weekend, grab your pals to enjoy local watch parties and special events. Heading to Green Bay? Stop by Madison on the way home to keep the good times rolling.

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Where to watch the draft in Madison

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County

BBBS is hosting The BIG Draft Party to celebrate mentorship in the community. Join the org at TPC Wisconsin golf course on April 24 for a fun-filled evening. Enjoy football-themed activities, learn more about becoming a mentor and connect with current Bigs and agency staff.

Those who apply to become a Big can attend for free; tickets are also available for purchase.

Courtyard Madison West/Middleton

The Courtyard is celebrating its 15th year as the official hotel brand of the NFL. The Courtyard Madison West/Middleton is hosting a watch party at their onsite restaurant The Bistro, where you can enjoy great gameday-inspired food and drinks.

Lone Girl Brewing

Free popcorn and $10 pitchers? It doesn't get better than that! Lone Girl Brewing will host an NFL Draft watch party with specials on their Lone Girl Lite beer all weekend. Enter the Lone Girl Draft Pool for a chance to win prizes!

Badger fan favorites

Catch the draft at some of Badger fans' favorite Madison bars and restaurants.

Jordan's Big Ten Pub
Lucky's 1313
Nitty Gritty
Red Zone
Sconnie Bar
State Street Brats

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Draft weekend specials

Starkweather Brewing Company

Starkweather Brewing Company is teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County to make a special beer for a great cause. The Big Draft, a refreshing Maibock-style brew, will be available April 22-26. One dollar from each pint sold will benefit BBBS.

Tricky Foods

Getting a group together to watch the draft? Take the legwork out of feeding your friends by ordering a grazing table or charcuterie board from Tricky Foods.

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Extend your football getaway

If you're a football fan, you need to add Camp Randall and the UW-Madison campus to your bucket list of places to visit. Our gameday experience is considered one of the best in the country, but our city beams with Badger pride year-round.

Get a peek of Camp Randall by visiting Bucky's Locker Room inside Gate 1 of the stadium. The apparel store is open year-round with fantastic views of the field from the store's patio. See the iconic sports venue and grab some Badger merch as a souvenir from your football weekend.

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