Fun things to do Madison (US)

Henry Vilas Zoo is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2 hours here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

We are proud to be one of only a few admission-free, community-supported zoos across the country. As an accredited AZA (Association of Zoos & Aquariums) zoo, our mission is to conserve and protect the wonders of the natural living world.

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Madison Children's Museum is most popular around 12 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

At Madison Children's Museum, we take play seriously by engaging, challenging, and inspiring every visitor, both kids and adults, who comes through the Madison Children’s Museum doors. The dedicated staff drives our mission by creating custom-crafted, award winning exhibits; providing programming that brings all ages together; and focusing on sustainability.

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James Madison Park is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 1 hour here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

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Comedy on State is most popular around 8 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

Our friendly staff, intimate atmosphere, full-service bar, and the most prominent names working in comedy will make Comedy on State your favorite spot! Get ready for a variety of shows! We offer weekly shows on Thursday at 7:30pm, Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm and 10:00pm with a diverse range of nationally touring headliners as seen on Netflix, HBO, NBC, Comedy Central and more! You can't afford to miss The Mic on State every Wednesday night! We host one of the largest open mics in the coun...

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The Dane County Farmers’ Market on the Square is a Saturday and Wednesday tradition in Madison, Wisconsin. You’ll find the season’s best bounty of vegetables, flowers, meats, cheeses, and specialty products from approximately 220 vendors throughout the year. 150 members attend every Saturday. All of the items for sale are grown, raised, and produced in Wisconsin by the person behind the stand. Visit our website for details.

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I/O Arcade Bar is most popular around 10 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

I/O is Madison's place for drinkers with a gaming problem. With over 50 arcade games and 20 pinball machines, a full bar, and a library of board games, I/O is truly a place for nerds of all kinds. I/O is a 21+ venue, but hosts all-ages hours every Sunday from 11am to 1pm.

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