Black Earth Children's Museum Free Art Week
2026-06-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Black Earth Children’s Museum, 1131 Mills Street, Black Earth, WI, 53515, United States
Come join us for our free Art Week, sponsored by Kohler Foundation, a fun week of family activities at Black Earth Children’s Museum. We have a fun week of hands-on interaction where visiting local artists that will inspire children and families through daily demos and followed by free open art-making sessions focused on exploration and the creative process.
We will have free activities and events every day for the whole family to enjoy. We will end the week with our free famous family Color Run and a visit from the Kona Ice Truck. Running has never been more fun or colorful!
• Meet Heidi from Center Ground Studio, who will demonstrate wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques with clay. Create your own tactile works of art. .Monday June 15, 10am- 12pm
• Meet Nancy, who teach tape art. A fun and easy way to show your creative talent. Tuesday, June 16, 10am- 12pm
• Meet Central Midwest Ballet Academy, who will give a short dance demonstration, teach kids some dance steps, and bring traditional ballet costumes for kids to try on. Wednesday, June 17, 10am-12pm
• Meet Gary, he will draw caricatures that make everyone smile. Thursday, June 18, 10am-12pm
• Meet Krystal, a children’s singer and songwriter. She will perform on various instruments while engaging the audience to sing along. Children can contribute using simple instruments to create their own music. Friday, June 19, 10am- 12pm

Classic Movie: Bringing Up Baby
2026-06-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Hillside Theater, Taliesin, Spring Green, 5481 County Road C, Spring Green, WI, 53588, United States
Experience a classic movie in a historic space! Screwball sparks fly when Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn let loose in one of the fastest and funniest films ever made—a high-wire act of invention that took American screen comedy to new heights of absurdity. Hoping to procure a million-dollar endowment from a wealthy society matron for his museum, a hapless paleontologist (Grant) finds himself entangled with a dizzy heiress (Hepburn) as the manic misadventures pile up—a missing dinosaur bone, a leopard on the loose, and plenty of gender-bending mayhem among them.
First shown at Taliesin in 1956. This film is presented in partnership with the River Valley Film Club.

Madison Black History Walking Tours
2026-06-18 17:00 - 18:45 | History Maker Space, 1 S. Pinckney Street, Madison, WI, 53703
How Black Communities Shaped Madison Through Time
In the years following the Civil War and into the 20th century, Madison was a growing and dynamic city. Working and living within this changing environment were Black residents who established a vibrant community around the East Dayton-North Blount-East Johnson Streets in downtown Madison—and in doing so, left a lasting and historic mark on the Badger State.
During the Madison Black History Walking Tour—which starts at East Dayton & North Blount and ends at the Capitol Square—you’ll learn firsthand about the individuals, families, and organizations that formed the bedrock of this community and left a powerful legacy for future generations.

Samba Night at Working Draft Beer Company
2026-06-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us at Working Draft Beer Co for a night of samba music and tasty food. Saideira Pagode will be bringing their Brazilian rhythms and we’ll have fresh, authentic Brazilian food as well!
Food service starts at 5 (and it goes pretty quickly!) and the Samba will fill the taproom from 7-9 pm. And of course, the WDBC taps will be flowing from 3-10 pm.
We do Samba Night the third Thursday of each month.
Working Draft Beer plus Brazilian food plus Brazilian music? Sim por favor!
Happens on the following Dates:
Apr 16, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
May 21, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 18, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jul 16, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Aug 20, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Sep 17, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Oct 15, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Nov 19, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Dec 17, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)

Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-27 | San Damiano, 4123 Monona Drive, Monona, WI, 53716, United States
Plan your visit for a weeklong lakeside festival of live wood sculpting, Indigenous culture and global artists in Monona, WI.
Make plans to experience the Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival, returning June 19–27, 2026, for a unique weeklong celebration of art, culture and community at San Damiano Park in Monona, Wisconsin.
Set along the shores of Lake Monona, this free, open-air festival invites you to watch 13 international artists create large-scale wood sculptures live on-site. It’s a rare opportunity to see the creative process up close and connect directly with artists from around the world.
As the first international wood sculpture festival in the United States dedicated to an Indigenous artist, the event honors Ho-Chunk sculptor Harry Whitehorse. Held on ancestral Ho-Chunk land known as Teejope, the festival highlights Indigenous perspectives while fostering cultural exchange and community connection.
Beyond the carving, visitors can enjoy international food and cultural and educational experiences in a relaxed, lakeside setting. Whether you stop by for a few hours or plan a weekend getaway, it’s an experience unlike any other.
Start planning your visit at harrywhitehorse.com/festival and discover what makes this event truly unlike any other.

Behind the Scenes Tour
2026-06-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Pendarvis Historic Site, 114 Shake Rag Street, Mineral Point, WI, 53565, United States
The Story of the Couple Who Saved Pendarvis
Go behind the scenes at Pendarvis and learn more about the fascinating lives of the couple who first preserved it. Learn about the relationship between rescuers Bob and Edgar, their plans for the site and little-known details about their secret benefactor. Please note this tour is not accessible without traversing several stairways, uneven paths and hilly ground.

Garver Food Truck Friday 2026
2026-06-19 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-26 17:00 - 21:00 | Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI, 53407, United States
Garver Food Truck Fridays is presented by Garver Events.
Enjoy FREE live music on the Garver Patio every Friday throughout the summer! Food Truck Fridays run weekly from May 22 through October 2, 2026 (excluding July 3 & 10).
Grab food and drinks from Garver’s onsite tenants, plus a rotating lineup of food trucks serving right on the patio while you take in live music from a featured local artist each week.
Food service begins at 5 PM, with live music starting at 6 PM. Vendors change weekly, so there’s always something new to try!
Limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No carry-ins. Full bar available onsite. New this year: fish fry from the Garver Lounge!
In case of inclement weather, music will move indoors to the Garver Lounge.

Reflection & Connection: Redefining Success
2026-06-20 08:30 - 09:30 | Ether Wellness, 25 N Pinckney St. Ste 310, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
What does “success” actually mean to you in this season of life? Together, we’ll reflect on the pressure to constantly do more and explore how success can feel more aligned, supportive, sustainable, and fulfilling. This session offers space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what feels true in your current season. Through guided journaling and conversation, we’ll explore what success looks like for you and how to achieve that in your life.
As part of the Women’s Wellness Series, Reflection & Connection offers its own individual experience while tying into the monthly theme:⭐️ Prep For Success ⭐️
What is the Women’s Wellness Series?
Every Saturday (8:30am – 9:30am), Ether Wellness opens its doors for our Women’s Wellness Series: a rotating blend of movement, reflection, education, and restorative practices designed to support your whole self. Each session offers a chance to reset, reconnect, and nourish your mind, body, and energy in community. Whether you’re seeking strength, grounding, clarity, or calm, these gatherings give you a meaningful space to grow and feel supported.

Black Earth Children's Museum Free Color Run
2026-06-20 11:00 - 13:30 | Black Earth Children’s Museum, 1131 Mills Street, Black Earth, WI, 53515, United States
Our famous free Color Run will start at 11am on Saturday, June 20th right outside our front door. Come early and purchase your Black Earth Children’s Museum t-shirts (3 for $20). It’s the perfect shirt for our Color Run where everyone finishes a bit more colorful.
We will also have Kona Ice from 11:30am until 1:30pm to cool you down after your fun and colorful run.

Dinner Detective Madison
2026-06-20 18:00 - 21:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East, 4402 E. Washington Ave, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
North America’s largest interactive comedy true-crime mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults. Each ticket includes our signature award-winning true-crime mystery dinner theatre show (based on actual cold cases), along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show!

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Madison, WI
2026-06-20 18:00 - 21:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East, 4402 E. Washington Ave, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious crime unfolds around you—but stay alert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight, and before the night is over, you could find yourself named a Prime Suspect.
Now playing at DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East in Madison, WI, this murder mystery dinner experience is unlike traditional dinner theater. Our professional actors are not in costume and are secretly planted among the guests, creating a modern, social, and highly interactive evening. Each ticket includes our signature live murder mystery show, a complete dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of unexpected twists. Reserve your tickets now and crack the case before it’s too late.
Planning a group celebration or private event in Madison? We specialize in custom private shows for companies, parties, and organizations of nearly any size—hosted at our public venue or brought directly to your location. Perfect for team outings, corporate events, and unforgettable celebrations.
Happens on the following Dates:
Jun 6, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 20, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)

Cellist Mike Block: Hillside Theater at Taliesin
2026-06-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Hillside Theater, Taliesin, Spring Green, 5481 County Road C, Spring Green, WI, 53588, United States
Mike Block is a Grammy® Award-Winning multi-style cello player, composer, singer, and educator, with a passion for cross-cultural collaborations. Hailed as “one of the bravest, most intriguing musicians on the American fusion scene” by Gramophone, he was acclaimed by the New York Times for his “vital rich-hued solo playing”, and “a true artist… a sight to behold” by Salt Lake City Desert News. Mike Block’s solo show offers a rich mixture of classical repertoire, folk music, original compositions and songs that draw inspiration from his diverse collaborations. An admirer of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture since childhood, this performance will include works directly inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and Taliesin.

Make Music Day at San Damiano Park
2026-06-21 11:00 - 20:30 | San Damiano, 4123 Monona Drive, Monona, WI, 53716, United States
Join us for a full day of free music in celebration of Make Music Day, a global phenomenon that promotes music of all genres and musicians of all abilities.
11am to 12:30pm Rich Kessler
1 to 2:30pm Idledaze Duo
3 to 3:30pm Paige Kleber
4 to 5:30pm Edward Ford
6:30 to 8:30pm The Periodicals
Food carts will be on site, including The Roost, Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee, Jolly Frog, Sandwich Hub, Jakarta Cafe, and Curd Girl. Friends of San Damiano will also host a beverage tent, selling beer and other non-alcoholic beverages, including a lemonade stand.
Happening at the same time at San Damiano Park is the Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival, so come make a day of it!

Community Potluck Celebrating Madison's Refugee Families
2026-06-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Elver Park, 1250 McKenna Blvd,, Madison, WI, 53719, United States
Open Doors for Refugees will hold its annual Community Potluck Picnic on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Elver Park from 12 to 3 p.m.
This event is free and open to the public. It has family-friendly activities, live music, and a potluck luncheon with food from around the world. A celebration of neighborliness, the picnic provides a unique opportunity to connect with refugee families who are making their home in Madison and to reaffirm America’s long tradition of welcoming immigrants.
Children of all ages will enjoy games and activities run by the Madison Children’s Museum and MSCR’s Clay on the Move.
Live music will include traditional Colombian music by Cumbia Cachaca, the dulcimer/ percussive artist Gloria Hays, and the deep blues of Tani Diakite and the Afrofunkstars. Toe-tapping likely. Dancing encouraged!
Open Doors for Refugees is a volunteer organization formed in 2016 after Syrian refugees began arriving in Madison. Our mission is to help refugees make a home here.
Last year’s picnic drew 250-plus people despite the heat. This year we are planning for a bigger crowd yet!
In the current political environment, it is more important than ever to show support for our immigrant neighbors. Please help this effort by letting people know about this free community event.

The Currach
2026-06-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Minocqua Brewing Company, 2927 East Washington Avenue, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
Old School traditional Celtic songs and tunes on fiddle (Daithi,) bouzouki/guitar (Josh,) bodhran/bones (Darl,) and concertina (Kara, our newest member).
A currach is a type of Irish boat. Our Irish trio (and friends) had a 13 year residency every Friday night Happy Hour at the Brocach pub on the square (closed in 2019).
We’ve released three CD’s and this past March was our 18th annual St. Pat’s celebration at the Harmony Bar!
Please feel free to sing and/or dance/clap along.

Camp Aldo Evenings: Tie-Dye at Sunset
2026-06-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Aldo Leopold Nature Center, 330 Femrite Drive, Monona, WI, 53716, United States
Camp Aldo Evenings is your invitation to experience the Aldo Leopold Nature Center after hours—when the prairie glows, music drifts through the trees, and summer feels a little more magical.
Join us for a laid-back evening filled with live music, local food and drinks, golden-hour adventures, and hands-on, tie-dye fun. It’s an event for adults, families, and anyone ready to unwind outdoors
What to Expect?

Cash bar with beer, wild-crafted cocktails, and wine
Food trucks on site
Live music on the grounds
A summer camp-inspired tie-dye activity (pre-registration requested)
Optional on-site childcare (for a fee)
Campfire and s’mores
Sunset trail walks through prairie and forest
Lawn games and activity stations

For our first Camp Aldo Evenings event, staff and volunteers will lead a classic summer camp favorite: tie-dye! Whether it’s a childhood throwback or your first try, come add a colorful summer twist to your wardrobe.
This event is FREE and open to the public. No RSVP is necessary unless you would like to reserve your spot for the tie-dye activity or on-site childcare, as space is limited and pre-registration encouraged.
Visit our event page to pre-register for tie-dye or optional on-site childcare:
https://aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org/event/camp-aldo-evenings-tie-dye-at-sunset
To keep the activity as sustainable as possible, please bring your own 100% cotton white shirt, hat, tote bag, or other item to dye. It’s a fun way to refresh something you already own! Don’t have anything to bring? We’ll have a limited supply of secondhand garments and older ALNC t-shirts available while supplies last.
A $20 suggested donation helps cover tie-dye supplies and supports Aldo Leopold Nature Center’s children’s environmental education programs.
Limited parking is available onsite. Biking and carpooling are encouraged! The Madison Metro Bus line G also has a stop near the Nature Center.
A photographer may be onsite to document this event. If you would not like your photo taken, please advise the photographer. Thank you!

Concerts on the Shore: Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials
2026-06-25 17:00 - 21:00 | San Damiano, 4123 Monona Drive, Monona, WI, 53716, United States
Join us for the first Concert on the Shore of the year!
Presented by WVMO, Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials will kick off the 2026 Concerts on the Shore series this summer at San Damiano Park. Hosted during the Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival, this concert will be one you don’t want to miss.
This event is hosted in partnership with WVMO and only possible because of our community sponsors. Food trucks, beer and non-alcoholic beverages, and opportunities to connect with community partners and one another rounds out this series of events.

Gimme Gimme Disco
2026-06-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Majestic Theatre, 115 King St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to Madison on 26 June 2026, and it’s bringing nothing but glitter, grooves, and pure dance-floor joy.
If you can’t get enough of ABBA, this is THE dance party for you! Gimme Gimme Disco is a DJ-based dance party spinning all your favorite ABBA anthems, plus nonstop disco classics from the ’70s and ’80s. Expect hits from the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more, the kind of songs that make it impossible to stand still. Come ready to lay all your love on the dance floor, sing at the top of your lungs, and dance like nobody’s watching.
So honey honey, take a chance. Put on your best disco fit, don’t forget your dancing shoes, but leave your worries behind. Whether you’re a lifelong dancing queen or just here for the vibes, your crown awaits. This is the best disco since 1980, sweaty, euphoric, and packed with feel-good energy from start to finish at Majestic Theatre on 26 June 2026.

Yin Yoga: Creating Space
2026-06-27 08:30 - 09:30 | Ether Wellness, 25 N Pinckney St. Ste 310, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
This Yin Yoga session uses long-held, supported postures to release tension, support joint and connective tissue health, and calm the nervous system. Slow down and create space for rest, breath, and reconnection. Release built-up tension, calm the nervous system, and invite more ease into both body and mind so you can move into your week feeling more supported and centered.
As part of the Women’s Wellness Series, Yin Yoga offers its own individual experience while tying into the monthly theme: ⭐️Prep for Success ⭐️
What is the Women’s Wellness Series?
Ether Wellness opens its doors every Saturday from 8:30-9:30am, for our Women’s Wellness Series: a rotating blend of movement, reflection, education, and restorative practices designed to support your whole self. Each session offers a chance to reset, reconnect, and nourish your mind, body, and energy in community. Whether you’re seeking strength, grounding, clarity, or calm, these gatherings give you a meaningful space to grow and feel supported.
*Each session can be attended individually, or you can join the full four-week series for a deeper experience*
🗓️When: Saturday, June 27th, 8:30am
📍Where: Ether Wellness | 25 N Pinckney St. (Ste. 310) Madison, WI
💜Cost: $18/session or $64 for 4-pack
Learn More Here ->
https://etherwellnessmadison.com/womens-wellness-series/
Register Here -> https://EtherWellnessMadison.buzops.com/WWSYoga

Grow and Gather: Summer Foraging
2026-06-27 09:30 - 12:30 | Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, 5607 County Rd, Spring Green8, WI, 53588, United States
Explore Phoebe Point Trail and learn how to forage with our Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman. This class will begin by discussing foraging basics at the base of the trail. Then, we will embark on a moderate 1.1 mile loop through Phoebe Point to put our new knowledge to the test, identifying common summer wild edibles along the way. By the end of this course, you will learn why you should forage, where you can forage, how to forage safely and responsibly, as well as key identification techniques and common plant families.

Madison’s LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour
2026-06-27 10:00 - 11:45, 2026-06-27 13:00 - 14:45 | History Maker Space, 1 S. Pinckney Street, Madison, WI, 53703
About the Event
Stride with pride through the streets where Madison’s LGBTQ+ history was written! From bars for socializing to the creation of local organizations to the halls of power, discover the impressive, every day, and unusual spaces where our capital city became a center of activism and advocacy.
Walk in the footsteps of groundbreaking leaders and citizens who shattered barriers—electing some of America’s first openly queer officials and championing landmark anti-discrimination laws along the way. Join us to explore the gathering spots, protest sites, and celebration spaces that transformed Madison into a force for LGBTQ+ rights.

Minocqua Monthly #3
2026-06-27 15:00 - 16:30 | Minocqua Brewing Company, 2927 East Washington Avenue, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
Music! Event by Brass Knuckles Brass Quintet with Percussion and Minocqua Brewing Company

Meat Raffle at Working Draft Beer Company
2026-06-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Working Draft is hosting a Meat Raffle the last Sunday of the month!
Our monthly Meat Raffles start at 2pm, last six rounds, paddles are $2 per round, and feature meat from Jenifer Street Market, Conscious Carnivore, Willow Creek, Wells Family Farms, and more.
And you won’t find a more personable, engaging emcee than our very own Kyle.
We love a good Meat Raffle, and we know that you do too 🥩
This event will occur every last Sunday of the month from Mar 29, 2026 to Dec 27, 2026.

Karaoke with Tony G—every first and third Monday at 6pm!
2026-07-06 18:00 - 2026-07-20 21:00 | Minocqua Brewing Company, 2927 East Washington Avenue, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
Tony G will be hosting karaoke on the first and third Monday of the month starting at 6pm. Sign up and sing anything your heart desires.
