A Christmas Carol
2025-12-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-21 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Capitol Theater at Overture Center, 201 State St., MADISON, WI, 53703, United States
Our signature production transports audiences into the world of Charles Dickens’ Victorian England & the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge. Join us as the ghosts of Scrooge’s past, present, and future teach him about generosity and the joy of giving! A Madison tradition for over 40 years, with a message that still resonates today.
Recommended for ages 7+
Dec 6, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 7, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 13, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 13, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 14, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 19, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 20, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 20, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 21, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST

It's A Wonderful Life: A Staged Live Radio play
2025-12-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Peace Lutheran Church, 701 S Century Ave, Waunakee, WI, 53597, United States
Groundlings Theater presents…It’s A Wonderful Life: A Staged Live Radio play about dreams, sacrifice and redemption in small town America; Directed by Hannah Nies.
Friday, 12/19 and Saturday, 12/20 at 7 pm
Sunday, 12/21 at 2 pm
Just $5/each, you can purchase tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/its-a-wonderful-life-a-staged-live-radio-play
This beloved holiday-season drama is brought vividly to life in a stage adaptation by Anthony E. Palermo of Frank Capra’s classic film of sacrifice and redemption in small-town America. Set in a radio station in the 1940s with live sound effects & live organ music, this poignant drama features 14 actors portraying 35 unforgettable characters.
P.S. Clarence wins his wings.

Garver Last Minute Market 2025
2025-12-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI, 53407, United States
🎄 The Last Minute Market at Garver 🎄
📅 Saturday, December 21 | Garver Feed Mill
🕓 10am – 4pm
Forgot a gift? Or just want to soak up the magic of the holidays one more time? ✨ Support local small businesses at Garver’s Last Minute Market, a cozy, festive celebration designed to wrap you in holiday cheer as we close out the year.
Experience the season with:
💫 Bracelet Bar: make-and-take sparkle for yourself or a loved one
🐦 Bird Feeder Make-and-Take: celebrate solstice with this simple craft for all ages
☕ Hot Chocolate Bar: build your perfect winter cup
🎶 Live Holiday Music at 2:30pm: the soundtrack to your seasonal joy in the Garver Lounge
🍹 Seasonal Cocktails
Plus, browse a curated lineup of local crafters and makers, perfect for supporting Madison’s creative community — even in the eleventh hour!
Come for the gifts, stay for the experience. Let’s make this holiday week merry, bright, and beautifully local! ❤️

In the Christmas Mood: Madison Brass Band Holiday Concert
2025-12-21 13:00 - 14:30 | Monona Grove High School, 4400 Monona Drive, Monona, WI, 53716, United States
Join your Madison Brass Band for our 2025 holiday concert, In the Christmas Mood. Celebrate the holiday season with MBB as we perform a variety of Christmas classics with a British Brass Band flare!
📅: December 21st at 1pm
📍: Monona Grove High School Auditorium, Monona, WI
🎟️: Admission is by donation, $10-$20 suggested. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Program includes:
Christmas is Coming by Paul Lovatt-Cooper
What Child Is This? by Douglas Court (featuring Dave Braun, baritone)
Feliz Navidad by Jose Feliciano, arr. by Dorothy Gates
My Shepherd by Brenton Broadstock
Gaudete arr. by Geoff Colmer
A Christmas Fantasia by Andrew Wainwright
In the Christmas Mood arr. by Nigel Hall
Pie Jesu by Andrew Lloyd Webber, arr. by Ray Steadman-Allen
Wassail! arr. by David Morgan
The Little Drummer Boy arr. by Philip Sparke
We Wish You A Merry Christmas by arr. by John Golland
City of David by Philip Rayment

The Pigeon Gets a Big Time Holiday Extravaganza!
2025-12-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Starlight Theater at MYArts, 1055 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! The Unlimited Squirrels deck the halls and Elephant and Piggie come ready to celebrate! But will The Pigeon join in the festivities, or will he run all the way to the North Pole in search of the greatest gift ever? Terrific tunes, silly stories, goofy gifts, audience antics: it’s all in this brand-new musical party that sleighs!
Recommended for ages 3+
Happens on the following Dates:
Nov 29, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 29, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 30, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 30, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 6, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 6, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 7, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 13, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 13, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 14, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 14, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 20, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 20, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 21, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 21, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST

Lego Night at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-12-22 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-12-29 18:30 - 20:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Monday nights we are bringing back the childhood classic and nemesis of barefoot parents everywhere – LEGO! Join us from 6:30-8pm for 3 laid-back rounds of Lego fun! You can vote for your faves and even snag Working Draft or Bricks and Minifigs gift cards! We do three rounds of building with Lego. Each round we give you a topic / category, and you build something awesome. The winner of each round gets a gift certificate to Working Draft or our partners in Lego, Bricks and Minifigs – Madison. We’ve got the Lego covered, just bring your cool ideas. Kids are welcome and we either have a food truck or on-site pizzas for dinner! Lego Night is now every Monday at 6:30!

An Italian Dinner Party at The Deliciouser - Tuesday, December 23rd
2025-12-23 18:15 - 20:30 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us as we celebrate the return of Pornanino Olive Oil—a truly special extra virgin olive oil imported directly from our friends Matteo & Francesca Lombardi in Tuscany. Pressed from the current harvest of olives picked this October and November, this remarkable oil is available exclusively at The Deliciouser.
It inspires an evening that feels less like a restaurant dinner and more like being welcomed into our home. We’ll gather around the table for our third annual five-course Italian feast, beginning with a communal first course to share and ending with your choice from a smattering of desserts. Each course highlights the elegance of Pornanino olive oil alongside the vibrant flavors of Italy.
Bar & Shopping @ 5:30 p.m.
Workshop @ 6:15 p.m.
Tickets: $120
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash

Bingo Night at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-12-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us for BINGO! It’s free to play, you can win Working Draft merch, gift cards, and other fun prizes!
We always have pizzas from Sal’s and giant pretzels from Batch Bakehouse and often have local food trucks for dinner.
We host Bingo Night every other Tuesday night starting at 6:30.
Yahtzee! I mean, Uno! Um, uh, oh yeah, Bingo!!!
Happens on the following Dates:
Feb 11, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Feb 25, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Mar 11, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Mar 25, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Apr 8, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Apr 22, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
May 6, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
May 20, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jun 3, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jun 17, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 1, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 15, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 29, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Aug 12, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Aug 26, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Sep 9, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Sep 23, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Oct 7, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Oct 21, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 4, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 18, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 2, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 16, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 30, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST

New Year’s Eve Around the World
2025-12-31 18:15 - 20:30 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us as we celebrate New Year’s Eve Around the World! A seven-course journey of small plates inspired by global traditions for luck, prosperity, and longevity. From lentils and pomegranates to noodles and fish, each course reflects a symbolic dish enjoyed across cultures as the year turns.
We’ll gather together to welcome 2026—raising a glass among friends, old and new, as we share the flavors and customs that bring hope and good fortune to tables around the world. Celebrate in our space as we close one year and open another, surrounded by good food, great company, and the essence of connection.
Menu will be announced upon arrival.
Bar & Shopping @ 6:30 p.m.
Workshop @ 7:15 p.m.
Tickets: $150
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash

Maxwell Street Klezmer Concert
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:15 | Rubenstein Pavilion at Ovation Communities, 1414 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Since 1983, the Maxwell Street Klezmer Band has been lighting up stages with the joyous spirit of Jewish Klezmer music. Known for their high-energy performances, soulful melodies, and irresistible dance rhythms, the band captivates audiences of all ages with warmth, humor, and heart.
Fresh off the release of their sixth album, Maxwell Street continues to celebrate tradition with a contemporary flair, keeping klezmer music vibrant and alive for new generations. Under the direction of musical director, composer, and violinist Alex Koffman—who also performs with the acclaimed Violins of Hope tour—the ensemble delivers a performance that is as moving as it is uplifting.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, memory, and joy!
Registration required: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/membershippayments/event/968453/embed/84520/

Second Annual Burns Supper with The Kilted Cook
2026-01-20 17:30 - 20:30 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
We’re thrilled to welcome back Ben Delaney, The Kilted Cook, to celebrate Scotland’s iconic bard, Robert Burns. We’re crafting a five-course menu inspired by classic Scottish dishes, reimagined with The Deliciouser’s signature flavors. Expect whisky flights, festive cocktails, a live bagpiper to set the tone, and a generous dose of Scottish charm.
Born and raised in Edinburgh, Ben’s culinary roots began in his family kitchen before he refined his craft in the restaurants of Leith’s famed Shore district. His passion for regional ingredients and authentic technique shines through in every dish, whether he’s elevating traditional Scottish fare or exploring global flavors.
This year’s Burns Night holds a few surprises we can’t wait to share—join us to experience them firsthand.
Seats are limited, so pull out your kilts and reserve your tickets for an evening of hearty food, whisky, traditional music, and the spirit of Rabbie Burns brought to life.
Bar & Shopping @ 5:30 p.m.
Workshop @ 6:15 p.m.
Tickets: $125
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash

The Hobbit
2026-02-07 14:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-08 13:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-14 14:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-15 13:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-21 14:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-22 13:00 - 20:00 | Starlight Theater at MYArts, 1055 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
When homebody Bilbo Baggins is whisked away by a band of dwarves and a very mysterious wizard, he finds himself facing trolls, goblins, and a fire-breathing dragon—with only his courage and a bit of luck to guide him! J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved tale comes to life in this adventurous stage adaptation, filled with heart, humor, and heroism.
Recommended for ages 7+
Happens on the following Dates:
Feb 7, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Feb 7, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Feb 8, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Feb 8, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Feb 14, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Feb 14, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Feb 15, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Feb 15, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Feb 20, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Feb 21, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Feb 21, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Feb 22, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Feb 22, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Tiara's Hat Parade
2026-03-07 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-08 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-14 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-15 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-21 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Starlight Theater at MYArts, 1055 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Rolling World Premiere!
A heartwarming one-woman show celebrating creativity, resilience, and the importance of community. Based on Kelly Starling Lyons’ award-winning, best-selling children’s book, this touching story shows how one small gesture can impact an entire community and that kindness is always in fashion.
Recommended for ages 5+
Happens on the following Dates:
Mar 7, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Mar 7, 2026, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Mar 8, 2026, 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Mar 14, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Mar 14, 2026, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Mar 15, 2026, 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Mar 21, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Mar 21, 2026, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Mar 22, 2026, 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Vive La France!
2026-03-14 19:30 - 20:30 | First Unitarian Society Madison, 900 University Bay Drive, Madison, WI, 53705, United States
In “Vive la France!” We embark on a journey in the larger legacy of French music, exploring more than two centuries of stylistic evolution: from the Baroque elegance of Lully and Rameau, through the Romantic sentiment of Massenet, to the lyrical modernism of Lili Boulanger. This program in the 250th year since the American Revolution also honors France’s long heritage as both an ally to the United States and a culture of rich artistry. Vive la France!

Disney's Newsies: The Musical
2026-05-02 14:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-03 13:00 - 20:00 | Starlight Theater at MYArts, 1055 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
When powerful New York newspaper publishers raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack Kelly rallies his ragtag group of “newsies” to fight back. Inspired by true events, this high-energy musical tells the story of young people discovering their voice and proving that courage and determination can change the world.
Recommended for ages 7+
Happens on the following Dates:
May 2, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 2, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 3, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 3, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 9, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 9, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 10, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 10, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 15, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 16, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 16, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 17, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT
May 17, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CDT
