Destination Madison
Things to Do this Summer in Madison, WI
Madison, WI
The things to do in summer in Madison are endless. From exploring the five lakes to celebrating fairs and fests to trying new foods and more.
Destination Madison
Kayak with a Capitol view
Madison, WI
Boat rentals from Brittingham Boats allow you to kayak on Lake Monona and get a stunning view of Lake Monona.
Destination Madison
Visit the Memorial Union Terrace
800 Langdon St
Madison, WI
Monday:
7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday:
8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Memorial Union Terrace is an iconic University of Wisconsin hangout that is open to all. Get stunning lakeside views of Lake Mendota while you cheers beers and enjoy Babcock Dairy ice cream. Check our events calendar for live music and more on the terrace.
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Bike around a Platinum-Level Bike City
1 John Nolen Dr
Madison, WI
Monday:
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday:
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Madison is known for being a bikeable city with more than 250 miles of trails throughout the city and in rural areas.
Destination Madison
Visit the largest producer-only farmer's market in the country.
223 W Main St
Madison, WI
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
The Dane County Farmer's Market is the largest producer-only farmer's market in the country. Locally-produced goods like vegetables, bread, cheese. meat, flowers and more are on display from dozens of vendors.
Destination Madison
Rent a duck boat
824 Knickerbocker St
Madison, WI
Monday:
8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday:
8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday:
8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
The duck boats on Lake Wingra are beloved family-favorite that make getting on the lake easy for everyone. Rent a duck (or a swan) from Wingra Boats at Wingra Park.
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Enjoy fairs and festivals
223 W Main St
Madison, WI
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
Summertime is festival season in Madison with fairs and fests celebrating food, water, nature, art, music and more.
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Explore parks and trails
100 N Hamilton St
Madison, WI
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
With more than 250 miles and trails and 270 parks, Madison is a hub for outdoor adventure. Fun fact: when you're in Madison, you're never more than a 10-minute walk from a park.
Destination Madison
Find fresh, locally-sourced food
2421 University Ave
Madison, WI
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
3:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday:
3:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
1:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday:
1:00 – 8:00 PM
The food scene in Madison is decorated with more than 30 James Beard honors, impressive farmer's markets and innovators who collaborate to bring you the best dishes.