What's Going on in Madison: August 17 - 20
As a member of the Madison community, we know how important it is to support our small businesses, local events and charities.
In this week's blog, we want to share 5 things to do in Madison, WI this weekend!
1. Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival
AUGUST 16 - 20
"Named one of the best food festivals in the Midwest, the Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival is always held the third full weekend in August. The featured food is 80 tons of Wisconsin grown sweet corn served with savory butter and sprinkled with salt to your liking. With FIVE days, we’re sure to offer something special just for you!"
Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival
Named one of the best food festivals in the Midwest, the Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival i...
2. Schenk's Corners Block Party
AUGUST 19 - 20
"The Schenks Corners Block Party is an annual party in one of Madison's best east-side neighborhoods."
Schenks Corners Block Party
Schenks Corners Block Party. 1,372 likes · 70 talking about this. The Schenks Cor...
3. Eken Park Festival
AUGUST 19
"This year’s festival will be held on August 19th and will continue to feature incredible musical talent from a wide range of genres, delicious local cuisine and beer, kids activities, and much more! This family-friendly, community-oriented event will take place on the 700 block of Mayer Avenue located next to the Tip Top Tavern, Ogden's North Street Diner, and the North Street Cabaret"
2023 Eken Park Festival
Party event by Eken Park Festival and Eken Park Neighborhood Association on Saturday, Augu...
4. Seltzer & Cider Fest
AUGUST 19
"Seltzer & Cider Fest is a ticketed event featuring local and national makers of hard seltzer, cider, tea, canned cocktail, canned mocktail, kombucha, and more accompanied by food, games, and DJ Jean Le Duke on the wheels of steel."
Seltzer & Cider Fest 2023 — Breese Stevens Field
Seltzer & Cider (and More) Fest Returns for a Third Year to Breese Stevens Field o...
5. UW Arboretum Family Nature Program
AUGUST 20
"This program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Nature walk: 1:30–2:30 p.m., activities: 2:30–3:30 p.m. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center."
Family Nature Programs | UW Arboretum
Once a month we offer family-friendly programs that explore animals, plants, and natural p...