Things to Do in Madison, WI
Madison, Wisconsin hosts around 1,100 upcoming events, with approximately 500 scheduled within the next 30 days. About 20 percent of these listings are free to attend. The largest categories include concerts and live music with roughly 300 options, followed by sports and fitness at about 200 events. Theater and performing arts offer around 150 choices, while business networking, community social gatherings, workshops, and classes provide smaller but varied selections. Key venues featuring the most listings are the Kohl Center, High Noon Saloon, Overture Hall At Overture Center for the Arts, LaBahn Arena, Majestic Theatre, and The Sylvee. Major performers include the University of Wisconsin Badgers womens basketball team, mens basketball team, general basketball squad, mens hockey team, and womens hockey team. Founded in 1836 with a population of about 270,000 according to 2020 data, the city presents a diverse schedule for visitors planning their month.
City facts
- Population
- 269,840 (2020)
- Elevation
- 287 m
- Founded
- 1836
Source: Wikidata
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Frequently asked questions about events in Madison
- Are there free events in Madison?
- Yes, approximately 20 percent of the listed events are free. These opportunities are spread across various categories including sports and community gatherings.
- Which venues have the most upcoming events?
- The Kohl Center, High Noon Saloon, Overture Hall At Overture Center for the Arts, LaBahn Arena, Majestic Theatre, and The Sylvee appear most frequently in the listings.
- What is the most common type of event?
- Concerts and live music are the most common type with about 300 listings. Sports and fitness events follow with around 200 options.
- Which teams have upcoming dates in Madison?
- Upcoming dates feature the University of Wisconsin Badgers womens basketball, mens basketball, mens hockey, and womens hockey teams.