BadgerBots Summer Camps
Half-day, weeklong series for grades 1-2, 3-4 or 5-8 begin at 8:30 am and 12:30 pm Mondays, 6/15-8/17, BadgerBots, Middleton. $390/$365. RSVP.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Camp Pawprint
Three and five day programs for ages 7-13, starting Mondays, 6/15-8/17, Dane County Humane Society. $445-$220/week. RSVP closes 10 days prior for each session.
Camp WildSide
Five day programs for ages 12-15 starting Mondays, 6/1-8/24, Dane County Humane Society. $445-$$365/week. RSVP required.
RSVP for Forward Thinkers
Summer camp, 9 am-3 pm, 6/22-27. $275. RSVP by 6/15.
WIAA State Baseball Tournament
6/15-18, Fox Cities Stadium, Grand Chute. $11/session ($20/day).
Breese Stevens Field World Soccer Watch Party - Spain v Cabo Verde/Belgium v Egypt
Celebrate the Summer of Soccer at Breese Stevens Field with watch parties presented by Michelob Ultra.
See website.
Black Earth Children's Museum Free Art Week
Come join us for our free Art Week, sponsored by Kohler Foundation, a fun week of family activities at Black Earth Children’s Museum. We have a fun week of hands-on interaction where visiting local
$6
Memory Cafe
Social for people experiencing memory loss or dementia, family and friends, 11 am third Mondays (unless a holiday). Free.
Healthy Living Lunch
Designed for older adults, with talk by Dr. Rachel Bennett. Free.
iGnitE jAzz! Drop-in Sessions
Madison Jazz Society workshops led by regional musicians (click through for topics), 4 or 6:15 pm, 6/15-18, Trinity United Methodist Church. Free/donations.
Mobile Madison Special Event at Brittingham Park
Stop by and visit the Dream Bus, along with other Mobile Madison partners for an evening of fun.Enjoy free snacks, books, art activities, games and more. Bring your blankets and lawn…
FreeParks Alive
Madison Parks all-ages activities. Free.
The Trophy Husbands
Music Monday series, with pay-what-you-can food cart. Free.
Art Cart
MMoCA & MSCR outdoor program for ages 3 & up, 6/11-8/16. Free (groups RSVP: 608-204-3021). Click through for daily schedule and location.
Dairyland Dancers
Open dance, 6-9 pm Mondays. Donations (beginner lesson 5 pm).
Madison Night Mares
Doubleheader vs. Wausau.
David Landau
Family concert, 5:30 pm Mondays. $5.
Breakwater Band
$10.
Lupus Support Group for Women of Color
Foundation for Black Women's Wellness meeting, 6 pm third Mondays, on Zoom. Free. RSVP for link.
[FULL] Making with Mary: Return Address Label Collage
This event is full. Please call staff at 608-266-6385 to be placed on the waitlist.Come learn how to make your own collage using return address labels with…
FreeMTrane
NewBridge Summer Concert Series at the shelter; bring lawn chair/blanket. Free.
Pathways to 2050
Greater Madison MPO public meeting on Regional Transportation Plan update, on Zoom. RSVP for link.
DJ DCVIII
Free.
Concerts at McKee - Armchair Boogie
Concerts at McKee, presented by Oak Bank, is back for 2026! Bring the family or coworkers and enjoy a relaxing evening in the park. Concerts at McKee is a Party in the Park for everyone! A Youth Ban...
Free
Lego Night
Free building session, 6:30 pm Mondays.
Open Studio Night
6:30-8:30 pm Mondays. Free.
Bingo
7 pm Mondays. Free.
Bluegrass Jam
Hosted by Southern Wisconsin Bluegrass Music Association, 7 pm Mondays, Muskellounge.
Classic Movie: Bringing Up Baby
Experience a classic movie in a historic space! Screwball sparks fly when Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn let loose in one of the fastest and funniest films ever made—a high-wire act of invention
$10
2026 USTA Nationals
United States Trampoline & Tumbling Association (USTA) 2026 National Championships Join in person for an exciting display of athleticism and skill as the best trampolinists and tumblers from acr...
Paint & Sip: Resin Trinket Tray
We are so excited to host you for this resin event! Come spend some time with your friends and family, listen to music, sip, snack and have some fun!! Please note: All resin projects must stay in our
$75
Movement Exploration
Caregivers and children (5 & under) are invited to come and play together in a movement friendly environment. Different play prompts will be set up each week to encourage crawling, climbing,…
FreeRead a Book and Learn to Cook
Join The Kids Chef, Lily Kilfoy, for a fun series geared towards the preschool age: Read a Book and Learn to Cook! We'll start with a story and then make a recipe based on the book. Siblings and…
FreeToddler Time
Come for a short storytime filled with rhymes, songs and movement designed especially for little ones. Then stay to play and connect with other children and caregivers.Recommended ages…
FreeBaby Time
Come for a short storytime filled with rhymes, songs and bounces designed especially for little ones. Then stay to play and connect with other babies and caregivers.Recommended ages…
FreeGrowing Voices Music Class
Growing Voices Music Class is an interactive class for caregivers and their children, birth-5, to play, learn, and bond with music. In our classes we sing, play instruments, dance, and have fun…
FreeOne-on-One Computer Assistance
Get help brushing up on essential computer skills, safely browsing the internet, creating and using an email address, filling out online applications, or even writing resumes and cover letters.…
FreeQigong at Meadowridge
Participate in Qigong, a practice which combines mindfulness, breathing techniques and physical movements in a set of exercises. This traditional wellness art is meant to harmonize your inner…
FreeHold & Release: Fabric Binds Us
About This Event:How can sewing, quilting and fabric collage help us to move through challenging life experiences? Whether you’re dealing with a life transition, unresolved…
Free[FULL] Tai Chi for All
You might know Tai Chi as an ancient Chinese exercise that has been called "meditation in motion" (Harvard School of Medicine), but did you know that regular Tai Chi practice is an evidence-based…
FreePersonal Archiving Lab: Drop-In Tutorials
The Personal Archiving Lab at Central Library is a collection of equipment that can be used to digitize at-risk analog materials like home movies video tapes audio cassettes photographs and more.…
FreeWE READ Art with Bubbler Artist Care: D.I.Y. Pencil Toppers
Children learn by creating and doing. Express yourself through a variety of affirming, mixed-media projects for all ages with artist Care! Care is a Madison based mixed-media artist who loves to…
FreeWe Make: Glass Jar Dioramas
Join fellow creative kids, teens, and caregivers for a relaxing art project. Basic guidance about the materials and project will be provided. Take what you make with you when you leave.Make…
FreeFree Mending at Goodman South Library
Do you have clothes or fabric items that need repair? Volunteers from the Sewing Machine Project offer free mending at Goodman South Library every Monday from 4-6 pm.Volunteers can fix…
FreeMinecraft Club
Play Minecraft in both survival and creative worlds!Recommended for ages 8 and up. Ability to fully use a computer mouse and keyboard required.There is a limited…
FreeMadison Writing Assistance at Lakeview
The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing…
FreeAshman All Ages Chess Club
Chess meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month from 4-5:45 p.m. Come and learn chess basics in the library with a 30 minute introduction of the game and then play a friendly game of chess with…
FreePen Pals Writing Group
Are you struggling to carve out time to write that novel, screenplay, or other work of fiction you've always been meaning to write? Are you battling writer's block? Are you looking for people to…
FreeMonday D&D @ Noble Knight Games
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons Adventurers' League @ **Noble Knight Games!!** **New to Madison D&D Tales from the Badger Den?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation gui...
Trivia @ Schwoegler's Park Towne Lanes
Join Team Random Facts for our usually weekly west side Monday night trivia at **Schwoegler's Park Towne Lanes**. (Occasional Mondays may be at other locations.) Note the 7:00 start time, but try to ...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Lakeside Cafe
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vi4CY1...
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Singles Wine Tasting (35-55)
MPT is hosting an open singles meet-and-greet at Square Wine Co. Wine tasting and human bingo included. Bingo Prizes!.
Storytime for the Very Young
Read and play with your favorite baby or toddler! Engaging with books, songs and playful experiences all help children develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and pre-reading skills and…
FreeMadison Writing Assistance at Goodman South
The Madison Writing Assistance (MWA) program offers free, one-to-one writing support for community members at library branches throughout the city. Our friendly, experienced writing…
FreeBilingual Multi-Age Storytime
Join Teacher Barbara for a fun bilingual storytime! This storytime is meant for preschoolers and younger, but older kids are welcome to join!¡Únase a la maestra Barbara para disfrutar de…
FreeBaby Storytime
READ and PLAY with your favorite baby, ages birth to 17 months! Reading, singing, talking, and playing with your baby from the beginning is important because the roots of language are developing…
FreeOne-on-One Computer Assistance With Marcus
Free, hour-long, one-on-one computer and tech assistance.Openings at 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:00 pm.Call Hawthorne Library 608-246-4548 to make an appointment.Marcus can help…
FreeMunch Mobile Meals
The River Food Pantry's Munch Truck will be stopping outside Hawthorne onTuesdays from 12:50 pm - 1:10 pm.About River Food Pantry & Munch Truck…
FreeMusical Math
Rhythmic sequences that shape our music inherently contain math! This early childhood oriented class brings an intuitive feel to the fundamentals of math through music, instrument playing, dancing…
FreeAdult Knitting Group
Come on in and share tips or get advice. This group is not limited to knitters--crocheters and other fiber artists are welcome! Please bring your own supplies. All skill levels welcome.
FreeCaring Well: A Caregiver Education and Resource Event
Caring for someone with dementia or cognitive changes at home can be both rewarding—and challenging. This community education event will share best practices for daily routines and home safety,…
FreeBilingual Author Visit to Lakeview Library: Así Respiro
Así Respiro - “Breathe, Move, and Feel”Author Samira Álvarez Gretzinger will share her bookAsí Respiroand guide families through playful breathing…
FreeSequoya Kids' Chess Club
Kids' Chess Club is for school-aged kids who know the basic moves of chess and want to practice their skills. Sessions begin with a 30 minute strategy or tactics lesson, followed by open game time…
FreeTrivia Meetup @ Me&Julio in Fitchburg
Do you enjoy eating delicious TexMex cuisine while a stranger asks you random questions? Great! Come on in and join us for trivia night at Me&Julio! There's more than just Mexican food too. With burg...
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Google Ads That Actually Make Money for Small Businesses
Eagan Heath (founder of Silver Path Marketing) will walk through what it really takes to run Google Ads that drive profit, not just clicks.
Trivia Night at The Lone Girl Brewing Company
Your Weekly Bar Trivia Challenge! Drink a beer, munch some food, and compete for glory & prizes! FREE to play!
Hands-On History Workshop: Blacksmithing
Forge, Craft and Become a Blacksmith Forge your skill and prove your merit as an 1800s metalworker when you step into the heat...
Free
Wednesday D&D @ Pegasus Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Pegasus Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site ...
Open Men's Circle 🌊
**Room 201** We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the do...
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Concerts on the Rooftop - KINFOLK (R&B/ Soul)
Concerts on the Rooftop Thurs. June 4, 7-9PM, Gates & Bars Open 5:30PM, Rooftop, Monona Terrace
Celebrating 50 years of Trek
You’ve always been part of our story. Come celebrate 50 years with us.
Thursday D&D @Misty Mountain Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Misty Mountain Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger De...
Shut up and Write! -- Madison North/East
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woe...
Shut Up & Write!® in Beaver Dam
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeti...
Friday, June 19, 2026
Comedian ZANE LAMPREY in Waunakee, WI
Amazon Prime comedian ZANE LAMPREY • The Lone Girl Brewing • Waunakee, WI
Dressed to Kill
A dragged-up stand-up show.
A Kuumba Kickback
Join ULGMYP's Kuumba Kickback — a free Juneteenth celebration of unity, creativity & joy! Games, snacks & community @ Black Business Hub.
Alexander/McLean Project
Dee Alexander voice John McLean guitar Ivan Taylor bass Jon Deitemyer drums
RSVP for Friday Fish Fry
Join us Friday's for drink specials, live music, and of course our fish fry and regular menu available until 10pm!
Behind the Scenes Tour
The Story of the Couple Who Saved Pendarvis Go behind the scenes at Pendarvis and learn more about the fascinating lives of the...
Free
Edward the Fourth
King Edward loves life. He loves being King and ruling England, particularly the banquets and the knighthoods. Edward loves...
Free
Saturday, June 20, 2026
LO Wisconsin | Latino Outdoors & Boulders Climbing Event
Join LO Wisconsin & Boulders for a bi-monthly climbing session!
June Drag Brunch
Join us for a fabulous drag brunch where you can sip mimosas, enjoy great food, and celebrate in style!
Holy Name Seminary All-School Reunion (2026)
Reconnect with friends & make new memories. Come celebrate the community where fraternity, personal growth, fun, and faith all intersected!
Y2K Live at Whiskey Jacks Saloon – Madison, WI (21+ Event)
Y2K performs live at Whiskey Jacks Saloon in Madison, WI with high-energy hits from the late 90s and early 2000s. 21+ show. Starts at 10 PM
Edward the Fourth
King Edward loves life. He loves being King and ruling England, particularly the banquets and the knighthoods. Edward loves his...
Free
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Madison, WI
North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter,...
Free
Saturday D&D at Game Haven
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, ***Tales from the Badger Den***, at **Game Haven!!** **New to *Tales from the Badger Den*?** Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site to le...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Central Library
**Where:** Madison Central Library, Room 209 **When:** Every Saturday, 10:00 AM Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s ...
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Brokencyde / Filth - Boybands & Breakdowns Tour
Btrokecyde / Filth - Boybands & Breakdowns Tour at The Annex!
Make Music Madison w/ your hosts Witkins Realty 2026
Come jam out with us at Make Music Madison hosted by Witkins Realty, where we'll be celebrating music, community, & good vibes all day long!
The Currach
Old School traditional Celtic songs and tunes on fiddle (Daithi,) bouzouki/guitar (Josh,) bodhran/bones (Darl,) and concertina...
Free
Sunday D&D @ Gamer's Library
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Gamers Library!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site...
🏳️🌈 Big Gay Pride Market Meetup 🏳️🌈
Join [608 Social Club](https://www.meetup.com/madison-community-circle-20s-30s/) and [Madison 20 & 30 Somethings LGBTQIA+ Group](https://www.meetup.com/madison-20-30-somethings-lgbtqia/) for a fun mor...
Monday, June 22, 2026
Monday D&D @ Noble Knight Games
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons Adventurers' League @ **Noble Knight Games!!** **New to Madison D&D Tales from the Badger Den?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation gui...
Board Games at the Memorial Union
I'd like to play some board games on a Monday but don't see a regular event for this elsewhere and so would like to plan one. I'm planning on bringing: Dominion, Great Western Trail, Project L, and Fl...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Lakeside Cafe
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vi4CY1...
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Smile Empty Soul - $20
Smile Empty Soul at The Annex!
After Hours Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Hello ladies! This is my first event as substitute organizer and I hope you can join me at the Olbrich Botanical Gardens. During the summer, they have a special after hours events every Tuesday for th...
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Wednesday D&D @ Pegasus Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Pegasus Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site ...
Open Men's Circle 🌡️
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Austin Cebulske
Austin Cebulske is a saxophonist, educator, and composer hailing from the historically and culturally vibrant music scene of...
Free
Thursday D&D @Misty Mountain Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Misty Mountain Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger De...
Book Discussion: There is No Antimemetics Division by qntm
**There is No Antimemetics Division by qntm** **Humanity is under assault by malevolent "antimemes"—ideas that attack memory, identity, and the fabric of reality itself—in this wickedly brainbending ...
Shut up and Write! -- Madison North/East
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woe...
Shut Up & Write!® in Beaver Dam
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeti...
Friday, June 26, 2026
Edward the Fourth
King Edward loves life. He loves being King and ruling England, particularly the banquets and the knighthoods. Edward loves...
Free
Gimme Gimme Disco
America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to Madison on 26 June 2026, and it’s bringing nothing but...
Free
Saturday, June 27, 2026
The Fred Moyer Jazz Trio Fundraiser for One City Schools
Support One City Schools at a special jazz fundraiser featuring Fred Moyer, Lowell Ringel & Neil Hampel. June 27 at 1 PM
JBC Public Cupping
A public cupping (coffee tasting) with the coffee professionals at JBC Coffee Roasters!
Tea with Madame Dousman
Sip Tea and Explore Women’s History at Villa Louis Join us for a special day of tea and history at Villa Louis as you explore...
Free
Minocqua Monthly #3
Music! Event by Brass Knuckles Brass Quintet with Percussion and Minocqua Brewing CompanyView Tickets & More Info
Free
Edward the Fourth
King Edward loves life. He loves being King and ruling England, particularly the banquets and the knighthoods. Edward loves...
Free
Saturday D&D at Game Haven
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, ***Tales from the Badger Den***, at **Game Haven!!** **New to *Tales from the Badger Den*?** Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site to le...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Central Library
**Where:** Madison Central Library, Room 209 **When:** Every Saturday, 10:00 AM Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s ...
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Slushie Sunday
Refreshing wine slushies!
Lost Soul Jazz Band
Lost Soul Jazz Band A modern take on pre-war Jazz and roots music. A little bit of New Orleans, a whole lot of Madison.View...
Free
Edward the Fourth
King Edward loves life. He loves being King and ruling England, particularly the banquets and the knighthoods. Edward loves...
Free
Sunday D&D @ Gamer's Library
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Gamers Library!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site...
Dungeons and Dragons and Drinks at Awildan Distillery
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons & Drinks at Awildan Distillery **New to Madison D&D?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation guidelines: [https://madisondnd.com/](https:/...
EIGHTH ANNUAL Theater Outing!
Please join us on **Sunday, June 28, 2026,** for our **eighth annual** outing to American Players Theatre in Spring Green! The play is "The Matchmaker," written by Wisconsin native Thornton Wilder --...
Monday, June 29, 2026
Monday D&D @ Noble Knight Games
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons Adventurers' League @ **Noble Knight Games!!** **New to Madison D&D Tales from the Badger Den?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation gui...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Lakeside Cafe
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vi4CY1...
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Madison's Favorite Summer Rooftop Party Returns -Downtowners Social Club
Join us in the Sky Club at Ovation for great views, summer refreshments, music, conversation, and the vibe of downtown Madison.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Wednesday D&D @ Pegasus Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Pegasus Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site ...
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Thursday D&D @Misty Mountain Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Misty Mountain Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger De...
Shut up and Write! -- Madison North/East
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woe...
Shut Up & Write!® in Beaver Dam
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeti...
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Oak Creek July 4 Fireworks 2026: What To Know
OAK CREEK, WI — Oak Creek’s Fourth of July celebration will stretch over two days this year, with fireworks planned for Friday,...
Free
Saturday D&D at Game Haven
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, ***Tales from the Badger Den***, at **Game Haven!!** **New to *Tales from the Badger Den*?** Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site to le...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Central Library
**Where:** Madison Central Library, Room 209 **When:** Every Saturday, 10:00 AM Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s ...
Sunday, July 5, 2026
Milwaukee July 4 Fireworks 2026: What To Know
MILWAUKEE, WI — Milwaukee’s Fourth of July celebrations are set for Saturday, July 4, with parades, picnics, games, talent...
Free
Sunday D&D @ Gamer's Library
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Gamers Library!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site...
Monday, July 6, 2026
Monday D&D @ Noble Knight Games
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons Adventurers' League @ **Noble Knight Games!!** **New to Madison D&D Tales from the Badger Den?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation gui...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Lakeside Cafe
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vi4CY1...
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Year in Review: Democracy Litigation in SCOTUS and the States
This Elections Matters panel will review major democracy-related rulings from the past year at both the state and federal levels.
Wednesday D&D @ Pegasus Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Pegasus Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site ...
Open Men's Circle 🗽
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Concerts on the Rooftop - GRANNY SHOT ('90s & '00s Cover Band)
Concerts on the Rooftop Thurs. June 4, 7-9PM, Gates & Bars Open 5:30PM, Rooftop, Monona Terrace
Thursday D&D @Misty Mountain Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Misty Mountain Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger De...
Shut up and Write! -- Madison North/East
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woe...
Shut Up & Write!® in Beaver Dam
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeti...
Friday, July 10, 2026
Behind the Scenes Tour
About the Event Interested in what goes on behind the scenes at a stately manor? This tour of Villa Louis presents a more...
Free
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Black Earth Children's Museum Shark Day
He’s back!! Swim Shady, Black Earth Children's Museum’s friendly shark, is back to meet more friends July 11th. Come watch...
Free
Saturday D&D at Game Haven
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, ***Tales from the Badger Den***, at **Game Haven!!** **New to *Tales from the Badger Den*?** Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site to le...
Book Discussion: Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz
**Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz** **From sci-fi visionary and acclaimed author Annalee Newitz comes Automatic Noodle, a cozy near-future novella about a crew of abandoned food service bots openi...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Central Library
**Where:** Madison Central Library, Room 209 **When:** Every Saturday, 10:00 AM Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s ...
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Dungeons and Dragons and Drinks at Awildan Distillery
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons & Drinks at Awildan Distillery **New to Madison D&D?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation guidelines: [https://madisondnd.com/](https:/...
Monday, July 13, 2026
Monday D&D @ Noble Knight Games
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons Adventurers' League @ **Noble Knight Games!!** **New to Madison D&D Tales from the Badger Den?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation gui...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Lakeside Cafe
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vi4CY1...
Marshall Park -- "USA: The 42nd Parallel"
Please join us at Marshall Park (2101 Allen Blvd., Madison WI) to celebrate America's 250th anniversary by discussing John Dos Passos' 1930 novel "The 42nd Parallel," the first book in his "USA" trilo...
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Louka & Co
An evening of eclectic folk music
7/14- Middleton, WI - A Summer Night in Porto
7/14 A Summer Night in Porto- Wine Club Pairing Dinner
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Wednesday D&D @ Pegasus Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Pegasus Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site ...
Open Men's Circle 🦅
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Thursday D&D @Misty Mountain Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Misty Mountain Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger De...
Shut up and Write! -- Madison North/East
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woe...
Shut Up & Write!® in Beaver Dam
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeti...
Friday, July 17, 2026
Madison Pre-Show Amigo Pass
Experience a private, pre-concert performance, Q&A and Meet and Greet with Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers. All sales final.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Saturday D&D at Game Haven
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, ***Tales from the Badger Den***, at **Game Haven!!** **New to *Tales from the Badger Den*?** Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site to le...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Central Library
**Where:** Madison Central Library, Room 209 **When:** Every Saturday, 10:00 AM Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s ...
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Child Care Forum with Candidates for Governor
Hear from Wisconsin's gubernatorial candidates on child care. Parents, child care providers, community members and businesses are welcome!
Monday, July 20, 2026
Monday D&D @ Noble Knight Games
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons Adventurers' League @ **Noble Knight Games!!** **New to Madison D&D Tales from the Badger Den?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation gui...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Lakeside Cafe
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vi4CY1...
Park Hotel -- "USA: The 42nd Parallel"
Please join us on Monday, July 20, 2026 for a discussion of John Dos Passos' 1930 novel "The 42nd Parallel," the first book in his "USA" trilogy. The 42nd parallel is a line of latitude that runs east...
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Mussel Up for Water Conservation
Join us for our July Sustainable Breakfast Series about mussels and wildlife and water conservation.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Wednesday D&D @ Pegasus Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Pegasus Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site ...
Open Men's Circle ⚾
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Thursday D&D @Misty Mountain Games
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, *Tales from the Badger Den*, at **Misty Mountain Games!** **New to** *Tales from the Badger Den*\*\*?\*\* Visit the official Tales from the Badger De...
Book Discussion: Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie
**Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie** On a remote, icy planet, the soldier known as Breq is drawing closer to completing her quest. Once, she was the Justice of Toren - a colossal starship with an art...
Shut up and Write! -- Madison North/East
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woe...
Shut Up & Write!® in Beaver Dam
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeti...
Friday, July 24, 2026
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Saturday D&D at Game Haven
Welcome to the Dungeons & Dragons Organized Play, ***Tales from the Badger Den***, at **Game Haven!!** **New to *Tales from the Badger Den*?** Visit the official Tales from the Badger Den site to le...
Shut Up & Write! Madison Central Library
**Where:** Madison Central Library, Room 209 **When:** Every Saturday, 10:00 AM Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s ...
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Open House & Vendor Showcase
Swing by The Tinsmith's annual Open House & Vendor Showcase for a day of exploring our venue and local vendors!
Dungeons and Dragons and Drinks at Awildan Distillery
Welcome to Dungeons & Dragons & Drinks at Awildan Distillery **New to Madison D&D?** Visit the Madison D&D site to learn more and for character creation guidelines: [https://madisondnd.com/](https:/...
Pontoon boat ride
The Madison School and Community Recreation (MSCR) offers drop in Pontoon boat rides at various locations during the summer months. On occasion, Michelle from our group and her husband operate these b...
Monday, July 27, 2026
Shut Up & Write! Madison Lakeside Cafe
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vi4CY1...
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Open Men's Circle 🏐
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Shut up and Write! -- Madison North/East
**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woe...
Friday, July 31, 2026
Sugar Maple Music Festival 2026
Two-day outdoor festival in Madison that celebrates American roots music and dance through performances, workshops, and jam sessions.
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Book Discussion: A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine
**A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine** Ambassador Mahit Dzmare arrives in the center of the multi-system Teixcalaanli Empire only to discover that her predecessor, the previous ambassador from ...
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Open Men's Circle 🍹
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Open Men's Circle 🍨
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Book Discussion: Dreadful by Caitlin Rozakis
**Dreadful by Caitlin Rozakis** **A sharp-witted, high fantasy farce featuring killer moat squid, toxic masculinity, evil wizards and a garlic festival - all at once. Perfect for fans of T. Kingfishe...
Friday, August 21, 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Open Men's Circle 🍦
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Book Discussion: The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov
**The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov** An audacious revision of the stories of Faust and Pontius Pilate, *The Master and Margarita* is recognized as one of the essential classics of modern ...
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Open Men's Circle 🍂
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Monday, September 14, 2026
September 14 book group -- "Fahrenheit 451"
Please join us on Monday, September 14, 2026 for a discussion of Ray Bradbury's dystopian novel "Fahrenheit 451," imagining a future United States where books are burned. We will be meeting in the 8t...
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Open Men's Circle 🍁
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Monday, September 21, 2026
September 21 book group -- "Fahrenheit 451"
Please join us on Monday, September 21, 2026 for a discussion of Ray Bradbury's dystopian novel "Fahrenheit 451," imagining a future United States where books are burned. We will be meeting in the 8t...
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Open Men's Circle 🔥
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Open Men's Circle 🥮
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Open Men's Circle 😱
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Open Men's Circle 👿
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Open Men's Circle 😈
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...
Monday, October 26, 2026
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Open Men's Circle 👹
We will start promptly at 6:45pm, please arrive a few minutes early to get settled in. Late arrivals disrupt the circle, please be on time! Please allow time for finding parking in the downtown area. ...