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📚 Read up on the ultimate book lover’s weekend
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10 farmers markets in Madison
Grab your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up 10 farmers markets around Madison.
June 27, 2025
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Winter events happening in and around Madison
Check out winter and holiday-themed events happening in and around Madison in this seasonal guide.
December 4, 2023
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Mark your calendars for these Halloween events in Madison ... if you dare
We’ve rounded up some Madison-area Halloween events where you can celebrate with your friends, kids, or pets.
October 17, 2023
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Festival Foods’ “Lights The Isthmus” returns to Breese Stevens next week
The fest takes over the stadium for the third year in a row.
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Get ready for Summerfest 2023
Celebrate 55 years of the best fest.
March 23, 2023
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Celebrate cultures from all over the world with Overture Center’s International Festival
The Overture Center’s International Festival is a completely free festival that features a wide variety food vendors, 25+ musical and dance performances, and plenty of vendors.
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