• Taste of Madison | Saturday, Aug. 31-Sunday, Sept. 1 | 2-7 p.m. | Wisconsin State Capitol | Free entry | Enjoy live music while you try dishes from 80+ food vendors.
• Wisconsin Football vs. Western Michigan | Saturday, Aug. 31 | Camp Randall Stadium | $4 | Get loud for the Badgers at their first football game of the 2024 season.
• Paoli Art in the Park | Saturday, Aug. 31-Sunday, Sept. 1 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Paoli Village Park | Free entry | Local and regional artists will be selling their wood, sculpture, glass, and jewelry masterpieces.
• Up From The Skies: Jimi Hendrix Tribute | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 3-5 p.m. | Red Rooster Madison | $10 | The musical experience will pay homage to the rock icon’s classics.

• Thirsty Troll Brew & Spirits Festival | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 8 a.m.-11 p.m. | The Bur Oak | $15-$95 | Choose from 100+ beverages while four different bands take the stage.
• Yoga And Soul Festival | Friday, Sept. 13-Sunday, Sept. 15 | 5-10 p.m. | The Vines | $68-$180 | Get ready for a relaxing weekend full of yoga, meditation, crafts, and healing exercises.

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• GLEAM, the annual outdoor light exhibit, is back at the Olbrich Botanical Gardens through October 26. Artists have illuminated the Gardens with a variety of unique light installations that you don’t want to miss. Grab tickets.

• The $30 million Topgolf project was approved by the Monona Plan Commission earlier this week. The golf entertainment center will open in 2026 at 5600 Gilholt Dr., becoming the first location in the state. (In Business)

• The Willy Street Fair is Saturday, Sept. 21-Sunday, Sept. 22 on Williamson and Brearly streets. The free, family-friendly fair will feature live performances, food, drinks, and games.

• Many local restaurants were winners in the Best of Taste of Madison contest — including Yee’s Yummy Kitchen, Common Pasta, and Songbird Fruit. We’re here to help you keep up with all the most recent food news in our area. Read more on our website. (The Cap Times)

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