Tourism, Hospitality & Events

Oshkosh’s EAA a boon for Wisconsin

EAA had a record-high attendance of 704,000 people last year, with visitors from 94 countries, another record

WisDOT and DNR partnership to sell state park passes an early success

23,400 passes were sold, which accounts for 17% of the 133,670 passes sold in 2026

Taste of Madison planned for Sept. 5, 6

The event brings over 90 food vendors and live music

Taste of Hope Madison tickets on sale

The event on Nov. 5 at the Sylvee features culinary experiences from Madison’s most celebrated chefs

Sun Prairie reopening Family Aquatic Center after $7.1M in renovations

There is a new aquatic play structure, family-friendly slide, aqua climbing wall, zipline and more

Dane County Farmers’ Market to be at Breese Stevens Field July 11

The reason for the move is that the Art Fair on the Square is taking place around the Capitol Square that day

Maxwell Street Days returns to State Street July 16-19

The event provides discounts from local stores, outdoor dining, live music and more along the full length of State Street

Sauk County Lavender Festival is Friday, Saturday

The event will let visitors pick their own lavender and offer live music and farm tours

Madison College hosts Ultimate Pickleball Challenge on June 27

Proceeds from tournament fees and court sponsorships help reduce financial barriers for Madison College students

Overture Galleries welcomes summer exhibitions with artists at free reception

This summer’s exhibitions features work that honors cultural identity and reflects on personal and collective experiences