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

Weather

45°F · Clear · High 53° / low 40°F · 28% precip

Population

269,840 (2020)

Elevation

287 m

Founded

1836

Source: Wikidata