Madison Event & Tourism Information
With four lakes, terrific festivals and plenty of summertime activities and attractions, the Madison area offers countless ways to make the most of the warm weather months. Shop for fresh local produce at one of the area’s many open-air farmers’ markets, dance the night away to live music, go hiking at a local park, visit the Wisconsin Dells or just relax and grab a delicious dinner al fresco with a breathtaking view of the Capitol. Visit the Madison Visitor Center to learn about our fantastic city. Often voted the #1 place to live in America, you'll soon discover why...
Eat fresh and local. Every Wednesday or Saturday in the summertime, enjoy one of the country's largest Farmers' Markets. Even in the winter, there is one every Saturday morning, with live music and a breakfast!
Dance the night away. Try the Monona Terrace or UW Madison Memorial Union Terrace for live music indoors, or outdoors under the stars.
Dine out and Dine well. Madison has every type of restaurant you could imagine. Try Thai, Indonesian, Ethiopian, Afghan, Russian and more! Or just stick with the old Wisconsin favorite, "Fish Fry". For restaurants downtown, download a PDF map and descriptive listing.
Book a date with The Bard. A short drive takes you to a night out at the unique outdoor American Players Theatre in Spring Green.
Hit the links. Take some time for a round of golf at one of Madison's many golf courses.
Splash and Ride. Visit the Wisconsin Dells - loads of waterparks, amusement rides and family-friendly fun within an hour of Madison!
Lace up your boots. There are three fantastic state parks for biking, cycling or swimming within an hour of Madison! Devil's Lake, Governor Dodge and Blue Mounds.
Or blow up your tires. Rent a bicycle and cruise some of Madison's many miles of bike trails. Try the trail that goes around Lake Monona!
Questions about Madison? Contact Lacinda Athen at 800.236.3724 x4210 or lathen@farin.com