By Karly Duber | Photography courtesy Agora Art Fair
Sip, Stretch & Snuggle: The Barnyard Yoga Edition
Aug. 6 & 27, Schuster’s Farm
Enjoy a relaxing yoga class designed to help you relax, recharge and soak in the beauty of the season. Experience peaceful views of blooming flowers, pick your own bouquet, visit with donkeys and goats, and have private access to farm activities.
visitmadison.com/event/sip-stretch-%26-snuggle%3a-the-barnyard-yoga-edition/77276/
Weekend Photography Workshop
Aug 7, Taliesin Preservation
Explore and immerse yourself in the 800-acre Taliesin estate for a weekend of iconic architecture and photography. Taught by photographer Andrew Pielage, the workshop will teach you how to scout photography locations, critique work, and use Adobe Lightroom. visitmadison.com/event/weekend-workshop%3a-intermediate-photography/75973/
Mornings with Marigold at Wingra Boats
Aug. 11, Wingra Boats (824 Knickerbocker St.)
Start your morning off right with a peaceful paddle and delicious treats. Marigold Cafe and Wingra Boats partner to combine freshly brewed coffee, breakfast sandwiches and burritos, irresistible pastries, and a serene paddle on Lake Wingra. bravamagazine.com/events/#/details/mornings-with-marigold-at-wingra-boats/18230270/2026-08-11T06
Agora Art Fair
Aug. 15, Agora Pavilion Fitchburg (5500 E. Cheryl Pkwy.)_
Featuring over 100 juried Wisconsin artists, the Agora Art Fair showcases kite art, aerial dance, live music, kids’ activities, local food and more. agoraartfair.com/media.php
Contemplative Cooking Class: Summer
Aug. 16, Holy Wisdom Monastery
Learn from Chef Felipe in a beginner-friendly cooking class that features seasonal ingredients — while slowing down and being present with what is being created. holywisdommonastery.org/event/contemplative-cooking-class-summer-2026
Pig Roast at Fitchburg Farmers’ Market
Aug. 20, Agora Pavilion Fitchburg (5500 E. Cheryl Pkwy.)_
Experience the Fitchburg Farmers’ Market annual pig roast, which also features live music, local vendors and other activities, with proceeds benefiting a local nonprofit. fitchburgmarket.wordpress.com
New Glarus Art in the Park
Aug. 22, New Glarus Village Park
For over 60 years, Art in the Park has brought visitors up close and personal with incredible artistry while also offering a chance to enjoy America’s Little Switzerland. The event features curated fine art, live music, food and beverage trucks, craft beer and more. newglarusartinthepark.com/home
Brown Paws Rescue Dog Days 10th Anniversary
Aug. 23, Doundrin’s Distillery
Celebrate National Dog Day and Brown Paws Dog Rescue’s 10th anniversary with a fun event for families and their furry friends. There will be a 50/50 raffle, fluffy friends looking for their forever homes and more. brownpawsrescue.com/events/brown-paws-dog-rescue-10th-anniversary
