The Wisconsin Union’s winter-themed event series, called Winter Carnival, will continue Feb. 7–10 during warmer-than-usual weather conditions with a modified events schedule that includes more than a dozen events. Events previously scheduled to take place on Lake Mendota have been moved or canceled due to thinning ice.
The Winter Carnival lineup and key features currently include:
Feb. 7
- One-dollar cheese curds; and
- Open Mic Night
Feb. 9
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- An inflatable replica of the Statue of Liberty’s head on Library Mall;
- Mario and Sonic at the Winter Olympic Games tournament, presented by University Recreation & Wellbeing;
- Winter Beats, a rhythm game challenge;
- Luminary-making; and
- Snow Ball, with live music and swing dancing instruction.
Feb. 10
- Inflatable replica of the Statue of Liberty’s head on Library Mall;
- Free maple taffy-making;
- A scavenger hunt called Secret Agent;
- Valentine’s Day and kindness greeting card-making with hot chocolate;
- Family Fun in Alumni Park, presented by the Wisconsin Alumni Association;
- Yard Games at the Memorial Union Terrace, presented in collaboration with University Recreation & Wellbeing;
- Sock snowperson-making;
- Mini horses photo opportunities and meet-and-greet; and
- Limited-time, house-made mac and cheese for purchase.
Events are free unless otherwise noted here. The event lineup is subject to change, including due to weather conditions.
