Support Us Button Widget

Concerts on the Square kicks off in Madison

Gear up for Concerts on the Square, Madison’s favorite free summer concert series.

COS 1

Grab your picnic blanket and get ready for this year’s COS season.

Table of Contents

Concerts on the Square started in 1983 and has since become a must-go event for locals and visitors alike.

The event’s 40th season was intended to kick off on Wednesday, June 28 with a performance by thrice Grammy-nominated Latin band, Tiempo Libre. However, due to poor air quality, the event has been pushed to Thursday, June 29.

The concert starts at 7 p.m., but it’d behoove you to get there early. See: the crowded lawn in the image above.

We suggest bringing:

  • Picnic blanket — blankets put out before 3 p.m. will be removed unless someone is using it the entire time.
  • Cooler — while there will be food and beverage booths, attendees are welcome to pack a cooler for the show.
  • Kids — the Kids’ Area is located where East Wash. meets the Square and will offer musical activities.

Parking

Check parking availability at downtown garages on the City’s parking page.

More from 608today
A grassroots effort is helping local properties become part of a nationwide habitat network.
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
Spoiler alert: Traffic isn’t great. We dove into the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s congestion data so you don’t have to.
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in Madtown.
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
Whatever sport you like, there’s a local bar for you.
Raking in the leaves? Here’s how to bag, bundle, and bin them the 608-approved way this fall and spring.
Dining in Madison is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.