Discover Monona, Wisconsin

09/13/2024

Get ready for the ultimate game day experience, with Indiana at Wisconsin! Whether you’re gearing up for the big game or winding down after the final whistle, we’ve got you covered.

Our package includes a cozy room of your choice at the Country Inn & Suites for one or two nights, a mouthwatering burger with housemade chips or fries and three refreshing beers from Mr. Brews Taphouse, and stress-free transportation to and from Camp Randall Stadium. All you have to focus on is cheering for your team.

Experience game day in style and comfort—everything you need for an unforgettable day in Madison & Monona!

This Game Day Bundle will gear you up for the October 5, 2024 Wisconsin game against Indiana. Game tickets not included. Game Day Bundle rates vary based on hotel room selection, and include meal, drinks, and transportation. Head to DiscoverMonona.com to book your package today.

Mr Brews Taphouse - Monona
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison, WI
Monona East Side Business Alliance
Destination Madison

09/10/2024

Did you catch us on the Cowboys game on Sunday? If you were streaming the game locally, you might have noticed our promotions for Monona's 41st Chili Cook-Off.

We're so thrilled to be promoting Monona, and Monona events in places people see the most! Head to DiscoverMonona.com to see why our Cook-Off is one you won't want to miss!

09/06/2024

Get ready for the ultimate game day experience, with Alabama at Wisconsin! Whether you’re gearing up for the big game or winding down after the final whistle, we’ve got you covered.

Our package includes a cozy room at the Country Inn & Suites for one or two nights, a mouthwatering burger with housemade chips or fries and three refreshing beers from Mr. Brews Taphouse, and stress-free transportation to and from Camp Randall Stadium. All you have to focus on is cheering for your team.

Experience game day in style and comfort—everything you need for an unforgettable day in Madison & Monona!

This Game Day Bundle will gear you up for the September 14, 2024 Wisconsin game at 11a against Alabama. Game tickets not included. Game Day Bundle rates vary based on hotel room selection, and include meal, drinks, and transportation. Head to DiscoverMonona.com to book your package today.

Mr Brews Taphouse - Monona
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison, WI
Monona East Side Business Alliance
Destination Madison

Fuel your adventure with coffee shops, bars, and restaurants in Monona, WI, and catch some z's at one of our local Monona hotels.

09/06/2024

If you haven't been to Madison Circus Space yet, you're missing out! Check out the talented artists and athletes at this volunteer run space, brimming with creativity and passion.

Something wicked this way comes.... Stay tuned for an official announcement and tickets for our Halloween show, on October 11&12!!

08/28/2024

Celebrate Fall with warm comfort foods, and a little friendly competition!

Community events are held year-round in Monona, Wisconsin. Don't miss out - check our Monona, Wisconsin events schedule for upcoming events!

08/28/2024

Monona Parks & Recreation brings a Fall Fest that can't be beat. Mark your calendar for October 12 - we'll see you at Winnequah Park!

08/15/2024

The final biergarten at San Damiano Monona is postponed for next Thursday!

🌧🌧🌧 ANNOUNCEMENT! 🌧🌧🌧

Today's Friends of San Damiano Summer Biergarten (featuring Orquesta Salsoul del Mad) has been POSTPONED due to inclement weather.

The concert has been rescheduled for Thusday, August 22 (one week from today!) same time, same place, but possible changes to food vendors.

Update your calendars! We look forward to seeing you on 8/22!

08/12/2024

Get ready for the ultimate Badger game day experience! Whether you’re gearing up for the big game or winding down after the final whistle, we’ve got you covered.

Our package includes a cozy room at the Country Inn & Suites for one or two nights, a mouthwatering burger with housemade chips or fries and three refreshing beers from Mr. Brews Taphouse, and stress-free transportation to and from Camp Randall Stadium. All you have to focus on is cheering on the Badgers.

Experience game day in style and comfort—everything you need for an unforgettable day in Madison & Monona!

This Badger Bundle will gear you up for the August 30, 2024 Wisconsin Badger game at 8pm against Western Michigan Broncos. Game tickets not included. Badger Bundle rates vary based on hotel room selection. Head to DiscoverMonona.com to book your package today.

Mr Brews Taphouse - Monona
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison, WI
Monona East Side Business Alliance
Destination Madison

07/31/2024

Find accessible outdoor dining in our area!

Outdoor dining is one of the highlights of summer in Madison and it’s essential that people with disabilities can join in on the fun. That’s why Downtown Madison, Inc. and of Madison, Wisconsin Government are starting the conversation around accessible outdoor dining with a series of short videos about how restaurants can make dining accessible to all.

Check out the clips now: https://downtownmadison.org/accessible-outdoor-dining-in-madison-wi/

Jason Beloungy, Executive Director for Access to Independence, serves as the Chair of the Beyond Compliance Subcommittee at DMI, which led the project from concept to campaign. Ensuring our communities are accessible and inclusive to all people with disabilities is part of the mission of Access to Independence, and this project is a good example of our impact.

07/30/2024

Sun, Aug 4, 7p | Sugar Maple After Party - The Corn Potato String Band | North Street Cabaret

Artist Bio:
The Corn Potato String Band earns high praise in traditional American music, keeping old time fiddle and banjo music from a one-way trip to the dustbins of history. Theirs is a story of struggle, hard knocks and triumph. Essentially unable to cope with modern life, the members of this band are outcasts of society who survive by playing the lost music of the flatlands where they were raised.

The Corn Potatos have delighted audiences with their driving fiddle tunes and harmonious singing across the US, Canada, Europe, Mexico, and India. They are all multi-instrumentalists dedicated to continuing the music and dance traditions of the Central and Southern US. In addition to being champion fiddlers they play banjo, guitar, bass and mandolin and deftly handle many different antiquated styles including ballads, “ho-downs,” country “rags” and southern gospel, specializing in twin fiddling and double banjo tunes.

$20 Advanced, $27 Day of Show

Photo credit name: Paul Van der Blom

North Street Cabaret Sugar Maple Music Festival

07/25/2024

Do you know about San Damiano? This beautiful property just beyond The Biergarten at Olbrich Park, was most recently home to a friary. The space was purchased by the City of Monona, Wisconsin USA, and is now operated by Monona Parks & Recreation, and open to the public.

At just under 10 acres, and with nearly 1,075 feet of Lake Monona shoreline, the property known as San Damiano has been described as epic, iconic, and even magical. The property’s small arboretum of cedars, sycamores, oaks, pines, and apple trees serves as a haven for a wide variety of native and migratory birds, and at least one natural spring still gurgles beneath its topsoil.

Perched atop a natural limestone bluff, the property offers breathtaking views of the Wisconsin State Capitol, and a peaceful natural expanse, amidst the bustling sprawl of Madison’s East Side.

Photo and info from San Damiano Monona.

Find fun things to explore in Monona at our online Tourist Information Center, funded by the city of Monona. Find a full list of Monona destinations, events, and weekend getaway ideas at DiscoverMonona.com.

07/25/2024

Get the freshest goods from Monona Farmers Market, at Ahuska Park, every Sunday May through October!

07/22/2024

If you haven't been yet, this is your year! Find a weekend of amazing music at Lake Farm County Park.

"Bluegrass has brought more people together and made more friends than any music in the world. You meet people at festivals and renew acquaintances year after year."

Bill Monroe

Don't wait! Get your tickets online now https://sugarmaplefest.org/tickets/

07/22/2024

Live music in Monona this Thursday!

Join us for our penultimate back porch concert of the summer, featuring Cherry & Jerry, aka the Ragged Blade Band. They will play this Thursday night at the Dean House at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and visit our snack stand early. RAGTIME!
Monona, Wisconsin Cherry & Jerry

07/22/2024

Know any Monona residents with an amazing collection? American Pickers is coming to Wisconsin, and looking to meet residents with an interesting personality and an incredible antique assortment.

Hello Picker Nation! The Pickers are heading to MINNESOTA, WISCONSIN, and their home state of IOWA this SEPTEMBER in search of their next fall pick! They're on the hunt for unique items with interesting stories. If you or someone you know has a historical collection or some intriguing junk, we'd love to hear from you!

Please include your name, city and state, phone number, and a brief description of your collection.

> CALL OR TEXT: ‪(646) 493-2184
> EMAIL: [email protected]

NO STORES will be considered, ONLY PRIVATE COLLECTIONS.

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07/18/2024

Check out the latest blog post from Destination Madison to learn even more about the community we call home!

Monona, Wisconsin is known for having a great lineup of outdoor things to do near Madison. It's easy to explore the community's great parks, hiking trails, biking trails and access to Lake Monona.

07/18/2024

Have fun with fungi this Saturday, at Monona Public Library.

Get started on edible mushroom hunting by learning some of the most easily identifiable and delicious species. This Saturday, July 20th at 2pm. Registration is appreciated!

More info here: monona.librarycalendar.com/event/introduction-mushroom-foraging-111

07/17/2024

Save your spot, at Adult Summer Camp at Aldo Leopold Nature Center!

Mark your calendars for THE Adult Summer Camp event on August 24th, from 2 to 7 pm!

Featuring summer camp activities and locally-brewed beverages, an exciting afternoon of adventure, fun, and games awaits in support of children’s environmental education and ecosystem conservation.

With a minimum suggested donation of $50 per ticket, you’ll be able to relive all of your childhood camp memories with the adult perk of enjoying locally-brewed alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

For a day of camp fun you’ll never forget, register now for adult summer camp:
https://aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org/event/adult-summer-camp/

07/15/2024

Have you ever seen a drones light show? If you're not a fan of the noise and smoke of fireworks, but love the celebration, drone aerial light shows might be right up your alley!

🎉 Don't miss out on our mesmerizing 300 drone show! 🎆 Join us on Thurs, July 25th at 9:30pm as we cap off our 25th Anniversary celebration with a spectacular display right after our $85,000 CASH GIVEAWAY from 5pm-9pm. Save the date and mark your calendars – it's a show you won't want to miss! 📅