Madison Wisconsin Festivals & Events

From the fine arts to fun Halloween celebrations, Madison, is home to exciting events on State Street and at the University of Madison. Check out the UW Badger action at a football, basketball or hockey game, or one of the many other sporting events at the University. No matter what kind of festivals or events you’re looking for, you’ll find it all in Madison. Don’t miss out! Check out our calendar of festivals and events to learn more.

Wisconsin Calendar of Events

• Dane County Farmers Market - May through November.  The Dane County Farmers Market offers all kinds of fresh fruits, veggies and home-made goodies straight from the growers and producers. Starting in May and running through the first weekend in November, stop by the farmers market on Saturdays.

• Concerts on the Square - June-July.

  Concerts on the Square featuring the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra takes place Wednesday Evenings beginning in June-July.
   

• April 20-22   Midwest Horse Fair
• April 28   Crazy Legs
• May 18-20   UW Graduation
• May 25-28   Brat Fest
• May 27   Madison Marathon
• July 13-14   Art Fair on the Square
• July 21   Paddle and Portage
• July 18-22   Dane County Fair
• August 11   Midwest Brew Fest
• September 1-2   Taste of Madison
• September 1   UW Football vs. Northern Iowa
• September 15   UW Football vs. Utah Statea  
• September 22   UW Football vs. UTEP
• October 2-6  World Dairy Expo
• October 6   UW Football vs. Illinois
• October 20 UW Football vs. Minnesota
• October 27   UW Football vs. Michigan State and Freakfest
• November 17  UW Football vs. Ohio State