
Spring is in the air in South Central Wisconsin, and St. Patrick's Day tends to feel like an unofficial beginning to the season in this part of the world. With St. Patrick's Day coming up on March 17, 2026, here are some ways to celebrate in the Madison area.
If you're looking for a chance to have a good time on St. Patrick's Day, you'll find no shortage of opportunities to do so in Madison. From parties and pub crawls to parades and 5ks, these are the most exciting St. Patrick's Day events near these

With Wisconsin's landscape transformed into a winter wonderland, opportunities for indoor and outdoor adventure abound in the Madison area. Our team shares their favorite Dane County destinations for ice skating and winter sports!
Offering a full-sized and studio ice rink, the Madison Ice Arena is one of Madison's premier skatin...

Winter is a beautiful time of year to discover the best that Wisconsin has to offer. With an abundance of family-friendly events and festivals coming up in the Madison area, here are some seasonal recommendations for getting out and about in Dane County!
The 14th annual Frozen Assets Festival happens

For those who love the serene beauty of a snowy landscape and all the opportunities for winter fun that come with it, Dane County is a particularly great place to be this time of year. From cozy dining to outdoor adventures, check out these winter attractions in the Madison area.
Adjacent to the Edgewater Hotel and overlooking the glassy surface of Lake Mendota, the

Nothing captures the spirit of the holidays quite like a spectacular holiday light display. Seeing local parks and main streets adorned in all the holiday splendor makes this one of the best times of year to see the sights in and around Madison.
From twinkling lights to towering Christmas trees, check out these beautiful holiday displays in Dane County this season.
Madison's premier holiday lig...