Madison Digest - Jun 25

The Bodega - Thu Jun 25 Nighttime local artisan market at Breese Stevens Field featuring 90+ Wisconsin makers + food vendors, plus live music, activities, and more. Free admission.

MMoCA Cinema • Köln 75 - Thu Jun 25 Free screening in MMoCA’s Lecture Hall of Köln 75, the behind-the-scenes story of how Keith Jarrett’s legendary The Köln Concert nearly didn’t happen.

Overture Galleries Summer 2026 Exhibitions Reception - Thu Jun 25 Free reception + artist talks at Overture Center celebrating the Summer 2026 gallery exhibitions.

Paws on the Patio Featuring Fetch WI Rescue - Thu Jun 25 Meet adoptable pups and hang out on the patio during Garver Feed Mill’s weekly summer “Paws on the Patio” at Garver Feed Mill.

Free Thursday Evenings (Madison Children’s Museum) - Thu Jun 25 Extended hours and free admission from 4 - 8 pm at Madison Children’s Museum.

Gimme Gimme Disco - Fri Jun 26 ABBA-themed disco dance party at the Majestic Theatre with a DJ spinning ABBA plus 70s/80s disco hits.

Creating Keepsakes Scrapbook Convention - Fri - Sat Jun 26 - 27 Scrapbook convention in the Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall; shop, learn, and crop.

Drag Bingo - Fri Jun 26 Cynthia Mooseknuckle is back for Pride Month Drag Bingo at Garver Feed Mill, with cocktails + fish fry and tacos, plus prizes from Garver tenants.

Makers Market Summer Series @ Monona Terrace - Sat Jun 27 Outdoor makers market on the Olin Terrace Walkway at Monona Terrace featuring ~30 curated local vendors selling handmade goods. An easy stop right near the Dane County Farmers’ Market.

Pride Market (Madison Makers Market) - Sat Jun 27 Pride-themed makers market at Delta Beer Lab with local vendors plus free face painting, live portraits, and food from LT’s Aloha Wagon and Pira Bites Turkish Food.

Flower Pounding Workshop w/ Allen Centennial Gardens - Sat Jun 27 Flower pounding workshop at Working Draft Beer Co with Allen Centennial Gardens (classes at 1pm + 3:30pm); harvest and hammer flowers onto fabric, and each ticketholder gets materials plus a free beer.

Fashion Show and Field to Frock Panel - Sun Jun 28 Linen-focused panel + fashion show at High Noon Saloon, featuring a conversation about Midwest flax-to-linen revival and a runway of new linen creations; donation requested.

Concerts on the Rooftop - LA COMBI - Thu Jun 25 Free Concerts on the Rooftop show at Monona Terrace featuring LA COMBI’s eclectic Latin mix; bring a lawn chair. Free ticket required.

Capitol City Band Concert - Thu Jun 25 Free weekly summer concert series at Rennebohm Park; bring a chair and enjoy live band music.

The Night Painters - Thu Jun 25 Free all-ages patio show at High Noon Saloon as part of their Thursday/Friday summer free live music series.

Mel Bryant & The Mercy Makers, Kat And The Hurricane, And June Henry - Thu Jun 25 Live show at High Noon Saloon featuring Mel Bryant & The Mercy Makers, Kat And The Hurricane, and June Henry.

Madison Jazz Festival 2026 - Thu - Sat Jun 25 - 27 Citywide jazz festival with concerts and community events around Madison, including a mix of ticketed club shows and free outdoor sets.

Gregg Hall and the Wrecking Ball - Fri Jun 26 Free all-ages patio show at High Noon Saloon as part of their summer free live music series.

The Fleshtones and New Duncan Imperials - Fri Jun 26 High-energy rock show at High Noon Saloon featuring The Fleshtones and New Duncan Imperials with UltraBomb.

Live On Queen - Fri Jun 26 Pride night at the Orpheum with a free, open-to-all pre-show celebration, followed by a high-energy drag variety show hosted by Bianca Lynn Breeze with drag, DJs, and comedy.

Magic Across America Tour - Fri Jun 26 Award-winning illusionist Josh Farley brings a fast-paced, comedy-forward magic show to the Bartell Theatre’s Drury Stage.

Live at The Glen: Little Priest Singers - Fri Jun 26 Concert at The Glen Golf Park featuring the Little Priest Singers, a Southern/Ho-Chunk family drum group performing traditional Native American music.

Dawn - Fri - Sat Jun 26 - 27 North Star Dance Theatre’s inaugural summer season showcase at the Barrymore, featuring original ballet + contemporary works exploring human connection.

Black Country, New Road - Sat Jun 27 London art-rock favorites bring their shape-shifting sound (from post-rock/jazz touches to lush chamber-pop) to The Sylvee, with Horsegirl opening.

Latin Pride Orquesta, Rebulu Group, & DJ Fogón “Salsa Saturday” - Sat Jun 27 Latin music + salsa night at High Noon Saloon.

Girls Rock Camp - Sat Jun 27 All-ages midday showcase at High Noon Saloon; free event with $5 suggested donation at the door benefiting Girls Rock Madison.

All White Party Feat. Jay Leno Benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs - Sat Jun 27 Fundraiser night at the Orpheum with a Jay Leno comedy set plus an afterparty featuring DJ Spinderella + local entertainment; dress code is all white.

Field of Drums: A Celebration of 100 Years of Breese Stevens Field - Sat Jun 27 Ticketed percussion showcase at Breese Stevens Field celebrating the venue’s 100th anniversary.

Jamal Harrington - Sat Jun 27 Comedy night on the Bartell’s Drury Stage headlined by NYC stand-up Jamal Harrington, with local acts Lisa Quam, Rob Sanchez, and Will Isenberg, plus fellow New Yorker Jonathan Ziegel.

Adapted Swim - Fri Jun 26 Free open adapted swim with MSCR at Goodman Pool, open to individuals with disabilities plus caregivers and families.

Ecological Restoration Work Party - Sat Jun 27 Volunteer work party at the UW Arboretum helping with restoration in prairies, savannas, and woodlands; tools and training provided.

Bird & Nature Adventures (Edna Taylor) - Sat Jun 27 Free, family-friendly naturalist walk starting at Aldo Leopold Nature Center and heading into Edna Taylor Conservation Park.

Scenic Stroll - Sun Jun 28 Gently paced, free guided walk at the UW Arboretum exploring nearby ecological communities.

Madison Area Public Pool Guide - Check out our guide to popular outdoor public pools in the area to enjoy this summer.

Doundrins Distilling - Cottage Grove distillery with house-made spirits, craft cocktails, mocktails, beer/wine/cider, and snacks; family and pet friendly with indoor seating, an outdoor cocktail garden, and a regular lineup of events.

Thai Fusion - A women-owned westside spot serving Thai-inspired food rooted in family recipes, with a mix of traditional comfort dishes and newer creations.

Garver Food Truck Friday ft. Rosemary Lowe - Fri Jun 26 Free Garver Food Truck Friday on the Garver Patio with live music from local musician Rosemary Lowe, plus food/drinks from Garver tenants and various food trucks.

Food Truck Friday - Sandwich Hub - Fri Jun 26 Food Truck Friday at Working Draft Beer Co featuring Sandwich Hub.

Northside Food Cart Fest - Fri Jun 26 Family-friendly food cart fest outside Warner Park Community Recreation Center with food carts (food tickets for purchase), plus a bounce house, balloon twister, face painters, and music.