Visual & Performing Arts

Why Meet in Madison?

Madison is full of vibrant venues. Energetic, eclectic performances. Works of art, and spaces that might as well be. 

Home to renowned institutions like the Overture Center for the Arts and the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, Madison offers a rich cultural landscape where creatives can connect, collaborate and be inspired. Our welcoming arts community, walkable downtown and mix of historic and modern venues provide the perfect backdrop for creative meetings, performances and exhibitions.

Make your meeting a masterpiece. Meet in Madison.

Number of Speakers

UW-Madison has 13 expert speakers in the arts and music industries, available to book for your program. Save on speaker costs and tap into top talent through their Badger Talks program. For a full list, visit Badger Talks.

Major Venues

• Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center
• Alliant Energy Center
• Overture Center for the Arts
• Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
• Chazen Museum of Art
• The Orpheum Theater
• The Sylvee
• Majestic Theatre
• Breese Stevens Field
• The Center for Black Excellence and Culture
• Kohl Center

Notable Acts & Exhibits Hosted in Madison

• Hamilton: An American Musical
• Disney's The Lion King
• Wicked
• The Book of Mormon
• Moulin Rouge! The Musical
• Kacey Musgraves
• Nathaniel Rateliff
• Mitski
• Smashing Pumpkins
• Dan + Shay

Submit an RFP

Interested in bringing your visual or performing arts event to Madison? We can't wait to work with you to create the perfect event. Submit your RFP here.

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