Madison Children's Museum

Grab your wings, because Fairylandia is calling! Madison Children’s Museum is thrilled to be part of&nbsp;Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days, a nationwide celebration of imagination, discovery, and play, brought to you in partnership with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums.
&nbsp; Meet Gabby! Meet the Gabby costume character at an exclusive&nbsp;Meet &amp; Greet on August 14-16!&nbsp;
Get tickets <a href="https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/aux/tixgab.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>!
Magical Activities There’s something for every curious cat on the schedule:
Storytime&nbsp;— Cozy up for a Gabby’s Dollhouse tale Find the Gabby Cats Scavenger Hunt&nbsp;— Can you find them all? Dance Party with DJ Catnip&nbsp;— Get your groove on Make Your Own Kitty Ears&nbsp;— A craft to take homeHappens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>Aug 14, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Aug 15, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Aug 16, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156899/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: Gabby’s Dollhouse at Madison Children’s Museum

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Gabby’s Dollhouse at Madison Children’s Museum

Grab your wings, because Fairylandia is calling! Madison Children’s Museum is thrilled to be part of Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum...

Working Draft Beer Company

We couldn’t be more excited to host our friends from Sardine for day two of our Oyster Stout weekend party.
We collaborated on brewing an Oyster Stout. Sardine provided the oysters, we worked together on a recipe, and then we all got together and brewed a great beer.
But we’re not just tapping a delicious beer. Sardine is also popping up and shucking oysters right here at WDBC 🦪
We’ll be giving away some merch from WDBC and Sardine (that’s right, Sardine has merch now!).
And a bonus (if you needed one): If you attend both Friday and Saturday events, you get two free oysters here at WDBC on Saturday.
Like I said, we couldn’t be more excited. See you Saturday 8/15 here at Working Draft. And hopefully Friday 8/14 at Sardine as well :)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156507/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Shell-ebrate Oysters w/ Sardine at WDBC

Shell-ebrate Oysters w/ Sardine at WDBC

We couldn’t be more excited to host our friends from Sardine for day two of our Oyster Stout weekend party.
We collaborated on...

Minocqua Brewing Company | Madison Taproom

Madison musicians from the folk and Celtic traditions play traditional music from the French regions of Canada. Known for a great set at this year's String Gathering in Baraboo, Quebec! plays the dance music of the Maritime provinces that reflects the French, Irish and Scottish roots of the early European settlers. Come to listen or come to jam and have a beer with us!
 This event will be hosted monthly on the 3rd Thursday of each month!Happens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>Aug 20, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Sep 17, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/149835/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: Quebecoise Jam

Quebecoise Jam

 Madison musicians from the folk and Celtic traditions play traditional music from the French regions of Canada. Known for a...

Adult Swim is going to the dogs! Relish the dog days of summer with us as we celebrate dogs of all kinds: hot dogs, rescue dogs, hound dogs, wiener dogs, and more. We double dog dare you not to have a tail-waggingly good time.&nbsp; &nbsp;
This event is for humans! Please leave your four-legged pals at home. &nbsp; Dog Days Tickets $20 advance $25 day of event Bring the whole sled team and get 10% off your order of 10+ tickets!
Get your tickets <a href="https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/adult-swim-dog-daze/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>!
Activities Celebrity-drawn Pet Portraits featuring Cooper Talbot, Beth Kille, Mel from WORT, Noel Johnson, Jason Joyce, and Ollie DiPietro Premiere Trivia Ask a Professional: Jorge from Divine K9 Dog Training &amp; Kenzie from Madison Cat Project Crafting: Bandana Decorating, Dog Tag Making, &amp; Pet-themed Face Painting Wall of Good Pets Puppy Court Cat People Meet Up Human Agility Course 101 Dalmatians Scavenger Hunt Photo Booth
 Adoptable Pets Greyhound Pets of America – Wisconsin Shelter from the Storm Underdog Rescue<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/157502/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: Adult Swim: Dog Days

Adult Swim: Dog Days

Adult Swim is going to the dogs! Relish the dog days of summer with us as we celebrate dogs of all kinds: hot dogs, rescue...

We are celebrating National Cuban Sandwich Day Saturday, August 22nd!
The Sandwich Hub will be popping up at 2-8pm to bring back their ridiculous Cubano Sandwich.
Want more? We’ll be serving house-made Mohitos and Cuba Libres!
Still not convinced? Baked Lab will be providing special Cuban treats.
Need some icing on the cake? TimbAché Cuban Dance Connection will be here to dance starting at 7. Interested in joining in / learning more about Cuban dance? They will be doing a tutorial at 7pm to help those of us who are rhythmically challenged :)
Great food, great music, great dancing, and great drinks? Sounds great!!!<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156509/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View&nbsp;Tickets &amp; More&nbsp;info</a>

Local Event: Cuban Sandwich Celebration at Working Draft Beer Co

Cuban Sandwich Celebration at Working Draft...

We are celebrating National Cuban Sandwich Day Saturday, August 22nd!
The Sandwich Hub will be popping up at 2-8pm to bring...

Cuban Sandwich Celebration at Working Draft Beer Co

Garver Lounge

Calling all Musical Theatre nerds, drama geeks, actors, actresses, theatre lovers, and more! Welcome to Broadway Rave, a Broadway dance party celebrating the best in show tunes and musical theatre. Come sing along to all of your favorite broadway hits while dressed up as your favorite character. We’ll have surprise guests from some of your favorite Broadway stars! Live out your Broadway fantasies at Broadway Rave — the most POPULAR Broadway Dance party around.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/154301/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: Broadway Rave

Broadway Rave

 Calling all Musical Theatre nerds, drama geeks, actors, actresses, theatre lovers, and more! Welcome to Broadway Rave, a...

Enjoy free concerts at MCM the first Friday in July, August and September, featuring an eclectic mix of Madison bands. Adults get to dance and chat, kids climb and play, and caregivers enjoy low-stress social time in an outdoor space like no other!
Live from the Wonderground admission is free!&nbsp;You may choose to provide a donation at the door, but no entry fee is required. Proceeds benefit the work of Madison Children’s Museum and allow us to bring accessible programming to our community. All tickets are at the door, no advance registration. Please enter at the Wonderground gate on E. Dayton Street, by the Log Cabin.
Tonight features a double dose of local street band sounds. We open with&nbsp;Black Star Drum Line, a program that gives children ages 9-18 in the Madison community an opportunity for creative expression through the Percussive Arts, followed by the honktastic brass-forward sounds of&nbsp;Forward! Marching Band. A tasty selection of local food, plus beverages of both the alcoholic and non-alcoholic persuasion available for purchase in the Wonderground.
Learn more about the Live from the Wonderground series&nbsp;<a href="https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/programs-and-events/adults/live-from-the-wonderground/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/157503/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: Black Star Drum Line & Forward! Marching Band at Madison Children's Museum

Black Star Drum Line & Forward! Marching Band...

Enjoy free concerts at MCM the first Friday in July, August and September, featuring an eclectic mix of Madison bands. Adults...

Black Star Drum Line & Forward! Marching Band at Madison Children's Museum

Got a baby? Haven’t seen a date night since the second trimester?
Come to a stand-up comedy show made for exhausted grown-ups—where your baby is not only allowed, but basically the guest of honor.
The BYOB Comedy Hour is coming to the Madison Children’s Museum on September 5, featuring a lineup of comedians who are all either parents themselves or people who work with children (teachers, librarians, childcare pros…the folks who know the chaos firsthand).
BYOB = Bring Your Own Baby (boobs, bottles, and buggies welcome—yes, we have stroller parking).
Laugh at real adult jokes instead of silently screaming into a burp cloth. Bring the baby—they don’t understand the dirty jokes anyway.
With your headliner for the evening:
Chastity Washington is a comedian with more than 25 years of experience, bringing her dynamic humor to colleges and clubs nationwide. An NBC Diversity finalist and HBO Comedy Wings winner, she has appeared on BET, the Just for Laughs Festival, and Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest. She is a regular at the Laugh Factory and Comedians You Should Know, headlines Zanies Chicago, and has opened for Tommy Davidson, David Mann, Charlie Berens, and Roy Wood Jr.
Tickets: $25 Babies: FREE (recommended for babies under 18 months due to adult language)
Get tickets <a href="https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/byob-bring-your-own-baby-comedy-show-2/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>!
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Local Event: BYOB: Bring Your Own Baby Comedy Show

BYOB: Bring Your Own Baby Comedy Show

Got a baby? Haven’t seen a date night since the second trimester?
Come to a stand-up comedy show made for exhausted...

It’s time to celebrate all things German at Working Draft’s annual Oktoberfest!
During the weekend of September 11th through 13th, we’ll be celebrating the only way Working Draft knows how to do: with tons of great beer, food, music, dancing, and fun!
Here’s a taster of what you can expect at our Oktoberfest Weekend:
<h3>Beer</h3>
-- 16 German-style WDBC beers on tap, including Stackenblochen Oktoberfest Lager and HellerFest Festbier Lager (releases at noon on Friday)
<h3>Food</h3>
-- Friday - Sausage platters including Bavarian Sausage Haus sausages and German Potato Salad and Sauerkraut from Stalzy’s Deli -- Saturday - Treberwurst platters from Third Lake Sausage w/ sides from Stalzy’s Deli -- Sunday - Pork shoulder braised with Stackenblochen and sides, all from Stalzy’s Deli -- All weekend - Potato Pancakes from Stalzy’s Deli&nbsp;and&nbsp;Big, soft pretzels from Batch Bakehouse
<h3>Music</h3>
-- Friday - Mike Schneider polka band from 5 - 8pm -- Saturday - Accordion player Val Sigal from 5 - 7:30pm -- Sunday - German beer hall / drinking songs on vinyl
<h3>Games and Other Drinks</h3>
-- Hammerschlagen all weekend long -- Stein holding competition on Sunday -- Special schnapps flight and an Underberg cocktail
Get your lederhosen and dirndl out from storage, practice your polka, and get ready for some German gemutlichkeit, Working Draft style.
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Local Event: Oktoberfest 2026 at Working Draft Beer Company

Oktoberfest 2026 at Working Draft Beer Company

It’s time to celebrate all things German at Working Draft’s annual Oktoberfest!
During the weekend of September 11th through...

Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Madison. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Mozart vs Beethoven at Monona Terrace - Lecture Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives. General Info Venue: Monona Terrace - Lecture Hall Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event here Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Madison To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Sonata No. 11 en A Mayor, K. 331: III. Alla Turca (Marcha Turca) Las Bodas de Fígaro, K. 492: Obertura Sinfonía No. 25 en G Mayor, K. 183: I. Allegro Con Brio Eine kleine Nachtmusik K. 525: I. Allegro Sinfonía No. 40 en G menor, K. 550: I. Allegro Molto Ludwig van Beethoven Sonata No. 14 en C# menor, Op. 27, No. 2 Quasi una fantasia: I. Adagio Sostenuto (Claro de Luna) Sonate Pathétique No. 8 en C Menor, Op. 13: II. Adagio Bagatelle No. 25 en A menor: Für Elise Las Ruinas de Atenas, Op. 113: IV. Marcha Turca Cuarteto de Cuerdas No. 4 en C menor, Op. 18 No. 4: III. Allegretto Sinfonía No. 7 en A Mayor, Op. 92: II. Allegretto Sinfonía No. 9 en D menor, Op. 125: IV. Presto/Allegro Assai - Oda a la Alegría (Ode To Joy) Sinfonía No. 5 en C menor, Op. 67: I. Allegro Con Brio Performers
String Quartet - Listeso - Madison Seating Map<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/151272/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Candlelight: Mozart vs Beethoven

Candlelight: Mozart vs Beethoven

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Madison. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Anime Soundtracks at Monona Terrace - Lecture Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.
General Info Venue: Monona Terrace - Lecture Hall Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p8M1eHgrClueC47EWRr7nZYXZ-hhSBHJhyQPLrYf_aQ/pub" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click <a href="https://candlelightexperience.com/groups/#groups-form" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click <a href="https://feverup.com/m/499398" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Check out all the <a href="https://feverup.com/en/madison/candlelight" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Candlelight concerts</a> in Madison
Tentative Program
<ul><li>Demon Slayer - Gurenge</li><li>BEASTARS - Monster</li><li>Jujutsu Kaisen - Kaikai Kitan</li><li>Detective Conan - Case Closed Theme</li><li>ONE PIECE - New Genesis</li><li>ONE PIECE - The Peak</li><li>Yuri!!! On Ice - In regards to love - Eros</li><li>Bleach - Re:pray</li><li>Elfen Lied - Lilium</li><li>Tales from Earthsea - Therru’s Song</li><li>Kiki’s Delivery Service - Message of Rouge</li><li>Mary and the Witch’s Flower - RAIN</li><li>The Wind Rises - Vapor Trail</li><li>The Tale of Princess Kaguya - When I Remember this Life</li><li>Your Name. - Sparkle</li><li>Neon Genesis Evangelion - A Cruel Angel’s Thesis</li></ul>
 Performers
<ul><li>String Quartet - Listeso - Madison</li></ul>
Seating Map
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Local Event: Candlelight: Anime Soundtracks

Candlelight: Anime Soundtracks

 Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Madison. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay &amp; Imagine Dragons at Monona Terrace - Lecture Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
 This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.
General Info Venue: Monona Terrace - Lecture Hall Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p8M1eHgrClueC47EWRr7nZYXZ-hhSBHJhyQPLrYf_aQ/pub" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click <a href="https://candlelightexperience.com/groups/#groups-form" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Check out all the <a href="https://feverup.com/en/madison/candlelight" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Candlelight concerts</a> in Madison To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click <a href="https://feverup.com/m/499398" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>
Tentative Program
<ul><li>Coldplay - Clocks</li><li>Imagine Dragons - Radioactive</li><li>Coldplay - Adventure of a Lifetime</li><li>Coldplay - Fix You</li><li>Imagine Dragons - Eyes Closed</li><li>Imagine Dragons - Nice to Meet You</li><li>Coldplay - The Scientist</li><li>Coldplay - feelslikeimfallinginlove</li><li>Imagine Dragons - Follow You</li><li>Imagine Dragons - Bad Liar</li><li>Imagine Dragons - Believer</li><li>Coldplay - Sky Full of Stars</li><li>Coldplay - Viva la Vida</li></ul>
 Performers
<ul><li>Listeso String Quartet</li></ul>
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Local Event: Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

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Warner Park

Walk, Run, Roll or Stroll all are welcome at LET’S GLOW 5K! A vibrant nighttime 5K&nbsp;fun run taking place in Madison’s Warner Park on Saturday, August 15th at 8:00 PM! This glowing event kicks off the Magic&nbsp; Pride Festival in style and supports Outreach LGBTQ+ Community Center.
Packet pick up will take place at Warner Park (Rainbow Shelter) from 6pm – 7:45pm.
Save 25% by using code PATCH26 when registering

Local Event: Let's Glow 5K Run\Walk

Let's Glow 5K Run\Walk

Walk, Run, Roll or Stroll all are welcome at LET’S GLOW 5K! A vibrant nighttime 5K fun run taking place in Madison’s Warner...

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Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

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Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, 1 John Nolen Dr, Madison, WI

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