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When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! The Unlimited Squirrels deck the halls and Elephant and Piggie come ready to celebrate! But will The Pigeon join in the festivities, or will he run all the way to the North Pole in search of the greatest […]
$40.00
Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]
$25 – $150
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🎶🌿Nature Sound Immersion: A Journey of Harmony🎶🌿 Join us at the stunning Cave of the Mounds for an unforgettable evening of nature-inspired soundscapes and tranquility. Immerse yourself in the resonant tones of native flutes, the deep vibrational hum of the didgeridoo, the rhythmic beats of drums, and more, all performed live in the cave’s natural […]
$39.99
Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]
$25 – $150
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The Madison Flute Club choir will be performing a variety of holiday favorites and even a few new pieces to get you into the holiday spirit
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The Verona Area Concert Band Wind Symphony joins the UW-Madison Wind Ensemble for a shared concert performance at the Mead Witter Foundation Concert Hall on Tuesday, December 2 at 7:30 PM. The VACB Wind Symphony portion of the concert will feature the following repertoire: Overture to “Candide” – Leonard Bernstein, trans. Clare Grundman Cathedrals – […]
$20
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Step inside the historic Milwaukee Club for a night of music, cocktails, and easy elegance. It’s the perfect blend of festive cheer and a touch of fancy-without the fuss. Featuring Head of Music: Aurelia Andrews Soprano: Jamila Drecker-Waxman Mezzo-Soprano: Lauryn Nelson Tenor: Zach Taylor Baritone: David Drettwan Piano: Daniel Weber 5:30 PM – Cocktail Hour […]
$85
Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]
$25 – $150
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7 events,
Join us for a brand-new concert series! Sip with the stalactites, underground in a Happy Hour like setting. Unwind where the music echoes through stone and time. This unique pairing ~ live local music with the underground magic of the Cave. Enjoy refreshing drinks, mingle in the glow of cave lights, and let the rhythm […]
$39.99
Kanopy Dance Lights Up the Stage with Holiday Joy and Dazzle Winter Fantasia: Reimagined A Multi-Cultural Celebration Told Through the Magic of Dance Travel the Globe with 41 Kanopy Company and Kanopy Academy Dancers and Delight in Enchanting Nordic Legends and a Festive South Asian Ritual Dance… Performed in Stunning Jewelry and Lavish Costumes… Then […]
$29.27 – $49.48
Join WPR for live classical music by Peter J. Thomas at the Milwaukee Art Museum! Enjoy an evening of timeless classics, reimagined pop favorites, and great company amidst the Museum’s iconic architecture, with a pop-up bar open before and during the performance. This unique celebration of art and music is brought to the community by […]
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Chicago based pianist John Erickson, bassist Dave Hiltebrand, and drummer Tim Mulvenna return for a jazz infused holiday program: a favorite among many of Galena’s music lovers and a wonderful way to celebrate the season!
$25
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Kanopy Dance Lights Up the Stage with Holiday Joy and Dazzle Winter Fantasia: Reimagined A Multi-Cultural Celebration Told Through the Magic of Dance Travel the Globe with 41 Kanopy Company and Kanopy Academy Dancers and Delight in Enchanting Nordic Legends and a Festive South Asian Ritual Dance… Performed in Stunning Jewelry and Lavish Costumes… Then […]
$29.27 – $49.48
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Experience our Caroling in the Cave Concerts, a series of charity fundraisers, and Holiday festivities featuring talented music groups from around Southwest Wisconsin. See the Cave in an unique way as holiday lights illuminate the main chamber of the Cave. Shop for holiday gifts in our rock and fossil shop. A truly magical experience! Two […]
$30
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Founded in 2024, the Milwaukee Community Orchestra (MCO) is a dynamic organization designed to foster a lifelong love of music. Our mission is to enrich Milwaukee’s cultural landscape by offering a welcoming space where musicians of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels can come together to make music. Program Zampa Overture, Ferdinand Herold O Holy […]
$10
Good Grief! Local favorites The Commercialists bring their annual holiday tradition back to the Bradley Symphony Center. Sit right on the stage as you experience a live performance of the Vince Guaraldi Trio’s A Charlie Brown Christmas, complete with bar service. Your up-close-and-personal onstage floor ticket includes one drink. The vocal stylings of jazz singer […]
$65
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Our signature production transports audiences into the world of Charles Dickens’ Victorian England & the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge. Join us as the ghosts of Scrooge’s past, present, and future teach him about generosity and the joy of giving! A Madison tradition for over 40 years, with a message that still resonates today. Recommended for ages […]
$49.00
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Looking for unique, socially responsible, handmade gifts this year? Join us for a fun and festive atmosphere at the 29th Annual Fair Trade Holiday Festival on Saturday, December 6th at Monona Terrace in Madison. From 8am to 3pm, there will be hundreds of fairly-traded, international products for you to choose from–the handiwork of weavers, knitters, […]
Free
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Kickapoo Valley Reserve Friends will celebrate the holidays on Saturday, Dec. 6 from noon to 5 pm at the KVR Visitor Center, S3661 State Hwy 131, La Farge. Funds raised at the Holiday Happening support trail maintenance, habitat improvement, and the KVR’s educational programs. The Holiday Happening will feature live musical acts starting with the […]
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Celebrate the season with the 23rd Friends of the Symphony Christmas Stroll on Saturday, December 6, from 1–5 PM! Tour five beautifully decorated homes—including waterfront and later-in-life living spaces—and visit the Lazy Monk Christmas Market for shopping, treats, and holiday cheer. Proceeds benefit the Chippewa Valley Symphony Orchestra.
$25
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Enjoy a wide variety of symphonic repertoire guided by our storyteller from Ex Fabula, Ollie Moody. Journey with us through a carefully curated program of pieces, each revealed as a story told by Ollie Moody of Ex Fabula. Special guest artists from Danceworks MKE will join the WIO String Octet in a reprise performance drawn […]
$10
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Join acclaimed vocalist, Courtney Burton, and her dynamic 6-prince ensemble, Court’s In Session, for an enchanting afternoon of seasonal favorites reimagined through classic jazz and swing. Cozy up to fireside classics like “The Christmas Song” and “Santa Baby,” swing along to the energetic “Cool Yule,” and let your heart swing with beloved melodies like “Have […]
$20 – $32
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The UW-Stout Symphonic Band presents “Music in Motion,” a concert that features music about various kinds of transportation and the different ways people get where they need to go. Starting with a train ride with music from “The Polar Express,” we then head to an ocean voyage with Rossano Galante’s “Sailing with Whales.” We’ll wrap […]
$5
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6 events,
Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]
$25 – $150
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Celebrate the holidays with Nancy Allen and her good time cast for some fun quirky and classic holiday tunes!
$30
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Gather ’round the fireplace at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for a cozy night of classic carols and warm vibes. It’s a festive, family-friendly evening—perfect for grandma, her best friend, and everyone in between. Featuring Head of Music: Aurelia Andrews Soprano: Jamila Drecker-Waxman Mezzo-Soprano: Lauryn Nelson Tenor: Zach Taylor Baritone: David Drettwan Piano: Daniel Weber
$37
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Back by popular demand, Blue Violin’s Candlelight Christmas Tour returns for its third spectacular year — bigger, brighter, and bolder than ever before. Often described as “Trans-Siberian Orchestra meets Lindsey Stirling,” Blue Violin delivers fiery virtuosity and cinematic flair in every performance. Fresh from acclaimed tours across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Blue Violin […]
$16 – $57
Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]
$25 – $150
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Enjoy a festive evening filled with seasonal fun, local treats and a holiday house craft for a cause – plus a special musical performance! Join us at DreamBank in Madison, WI for this in-person special event and performance! ‘Tis the season to be merry, spread community cheer and make an impact! You and your family […]
Free
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Join the 75-member AVB Community Band for a wonderful evening of holiday and Christmas classics titled “Come Together … Awe and Delight!” on Thursday, December 11, at 7 p.m. at the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, 2420 Nicolet Drive, Green Bay. There is no admission charge, with donations […]
Free with donations accepted
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Experience the Wisconsin premiere of the feature documentary “Baristas vs Billionaires.” Narrated by Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon, Buffalo-based baristas organize and act, exposing the company’s union-busting tactics while explaining in their own words how they’re going to win this fight for their union—Starbucks Workers United (SBWU)— and their livelihoods! A new generation of workers […]
$15
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9 events,
You are invited to attend Sacra Nova Chorale’s upcoming two Christmas concerts, titled, Christmas in the City! Composer Paul Salerni’s arrangement of “Tu Scendi Dalle Stelle” will be premiered, alongside Christmas classics, some of which include audience participation, and other gorgeous seasonal works that will make your holidays brighter. Mr. Salerni will be attending both […]
$10 – $20
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WGTD—Gateway Technical College’s public radio station—turns 50 this month. To celebrate, the station is holding a coffee-and-kringle open house Friday, December 12th. Listeners will have a chance to tour the station, meet the staff, interaction with other listeners, pick up a program guide and record brief birthday greetings that’ll air in the coming weeks, according […]
Free
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Sweet Acoustics returns to Cup O Joy with special guests for a Christmas show sure to both bring fun and the Christmas spirit!. 7:30pm, Doors 6:45pm Early Entry 6:30-6:45pm
$28.50
Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]
$25 – $150
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At Caramel Crisp Bookstore, we’re all about the Cozy this Christmas! Picture this – a beautifully decorated bookstore, festively wrapped Blind Date Books and Christmas-y Mystery Boxes. Cozy Christmas Eve Kits with a book and all the goodies to make your holiday magical! And Local Authors with their Christmas themed books to warm your heart […]
free
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WPR is planning a little extra joy this season with a special pop-up performance at Woodman’s Madison East on Milwaukee Street in Madison. Beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, members of the Madison East High School Strings Ensemble will set up and play in the store to give customers an unexpected holiday treat […]
Free
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The Madison Flute Club choir will be performing a variety of holiday favorites and even a few new pieces to get you into the holiday spirit
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The warmth of the holidays with the vibrant energy of traditional Celtic music. Revel in the holiday season with a spirited celebration of music and tradition, A Celtic Christmas with On the Lash comes to the Mineral Point Opera House on Sunday, December 14 at 2:00 pm. Doors will open at 1:00 pm. Tickets range […]
$5 – $35
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This unique program will feature Edward Klorman in conversation with cellist Matthew Zalkind and other guest musicians to present an in-depth exploration of these beloved pieces for solo cello. An award-winning author, musician, and musicologist, Klorman has recently joined the faculty of UW-Madison, coinciding with the release of his new title, Bach: The Cello Suites […]
$35
Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]
$25 – $150
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Chris Isaak is here to help you kick off the holiday season at the Riverside Theater this December! Over the course of his forty-year career, Platinum-selling and GRAMMY-nominated singer & actor Chris Isaak has performed to sold-out crowds across the globe with his longtime band Silvertone. His music and film credits include thirteen critically acclaimed […]
$90.52
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7 events,
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Introducing VIRTUOSI LIVE! Presenting Global Artists. Close to Home. A new partnership with Brown County Civic Music Association and The Weidner that is music to your ears. Since 1927, the Brown County Civic Music Association has been a cornerstone of Green Bay’s cultural scene, presenting exceptional musical performances that feature both national and international touring […]
$1 – $140
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The Madison Flute Club choir will be performing a variety of holiday favorites and even a few new pieces to get you into the holiday spirit
Free
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The Hunt Quartet is the resident string quartet of the MSO’s nationally-recognized Up Close & Musical® program, designed to bring the power and beauty of classical music into elementary school classrooms throughout Dane County. Discover more about this program! The quartet, consisting of violinists Paran Amirinazari and Hillary Hempel, violist Jennifer Paulson, and cellist Trace […]
Free!
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5 events,
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For over 25 years String Ties has been sharing their love for Bluegrass and acoustic string music. The tight vocal harmonies and masterful playing of their ‘Yule’ show delivers a fresh glow to the heartwarming melodies of the season. It’s the perfect way to cozy up and settle into the holiday spirit. String Ties consists […]
$30
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• Thomas Kasdorf, piano • Ryan Tani, conductor Beethoven — Piano Concerto No. 4 in G major, Op. 58 Rimsky-Korsakov — Scheherazade, Op. 35
$20,
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The MJI Big Band is excited to return to the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for another holiday performance featuring an all-star lineup of the region’s top jazz artists. Get into the spirit of the season with this uplifting program of soulful and swingin’ big band jazz versions of holiday classics. Hum along, dance in your […]
$40 – $50
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7 events,
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Join Strikepoint, Duluth’s internationally-acclaimed handbell ensemble, for their annual holiday concert. Strikepoint is noted for capturing the enthusiasm of audiences with its dynamic style and accessible music. Concert selections range from a rip-roaring “Farandole” to a surprising “Diminished Minor Alterations,” which presents a medley of familiar carols but in minor keys, to the ever-popular “Sleigh […]
$10 – $25
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Enjoy the glory of the Christmas season with a free community concert and sing-along. Join us for this seasonal favorite presenting the Christmas portion of The Messiah. A 20-piece orchestra accompanies soloists performing memorable arias; the audience is encouraged to sing the choral portions. A reception with tasty treats follows the concert.
Free!
Milwaukee’s favorite hometown holiday tradition returns! Join your Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra as we deck Allen-Bradley Hall with holiday cheer. Ring in the holidays with Milwaukee Handbell Ensemble, keep your eye out for the Jolly Old Elf himself, and raise your voice during the audience sing-along backed by the full power of the orchestra and Milwaukee […]
$40 – $130
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Holiday Pops at The Weidner featuring The Dudley Birder Chorale & Weidner Philharmonic. This winter season, embrace the mystery and majesty of “Drop Down, Ye Heavens,” a stirring program centered around Judith Weir’s evocative setting of the ancient Advent text. We are thrilled to present this performance at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, a Milwaukee landmark known for its stunning architecture and rich musical heritage. Set within the soaring Gothic […]
$16
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Flute Cocktail—Manitowoc’s premiere flute choir—will be appearing at Manitowoc Public Library to Make the Season even Bright-er on Saturday, December 20, from 10:30-11:30 AM! The whole family can enjoy some wonderful live music—favorites along the lines of “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” and “Let It Snow.” And seeing as they’ll be performing on […]
Admission is Free!
Holiday Pops at The Weidner featuring The Dudley Birder Chorale & Weidner Philharmonic.
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Enjoy a memorable holiday concert with all the trimmings – holiday classics, sing-along and selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker with ballet performance by members of the Nancy Dianne Studio of Dance. Conductor – Alexander Mandl Program Leroy Anderson, A Christmas Festival Overture Peter Tchaikovsky, Selections from The Nutcracker with Ballet performed by dancers from the Nancy Dianne […]
$12 – $25
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Join your Madison Brass Band for our 2025 holiday concert, In the Christmas Mood. Celebrate the holiday season with MBB as we perform a variety Christmas classics with a British Brass Band flare! 📅: December 21st at 1pm 📍: Monona Grove High School Auditorium, Monona, WI 🎟️: Admission is by donation, $10-$20 suggested. No one […]
$10 – $20
The best of nostalgic holiday music! Ken Kilian’s Classic Big Band is back — this time with a holiday twist! Join us on Sunday, December 21, at 2:00 pm for an afternoon of favorite holiday tunes performed in that nostalgic big band style. Advance tickets will be $20 and will increase by $5 on the […]
$5 – $20
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Annual Christmas concert by The Village Brass in the Capitol Rotunda. New arrangements and sing-along settings of Christmas music through the ages.
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The second part of a two part finale of the 2025 season of the Gary McWithey Concert Series, Brian Packham and other jazz musicians from the Milwaukee area present Christmas Eve EVE Jazz Vespers. Start your Christmas off with this relaxing evening of wonderful music! All are welcome! Freewill offering.
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It’s never too early to learn to love art! Come and make your own container inspired by Wendell Castle’s Walking Cabinet. Add arms, legs, and whatever pattern you would like as you make your own animal box. Then join in the sing-alongs at 10:30 and 11:15 a.m. This monthly program is designed especially for visitors […]
Free – $27
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Ring in the new year early with “The Music of the Grateful Dead (for Kids)”. Your mini Deadheads will experience parachutes, dancing, and all the good vibes you’d expect from a Dead show, curated for families and kids ages 1-7. Whether your little one already rocks a steely shirt or they’ve never heard live music […]
$23.44
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3 events,
Visit the Museum during special winter break hours to explore the galleries, recharge in the café, and treat yourself in the store. Don’t forget, admission is always free for kids 12 and under, thanks to an anonymous donor.
Free – $27
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Old time jug band music with a little new stuff thrown in. Home made instruments from thrift sale junk that sound really good!
No cover charge
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Gimme Gimme Disco makes it’s debut at the Garver Feed Mill for our NYE blowout! If you can’t get enough of ABBA, boy do we have THE dance party for you! Gimme Gimme Disco is a DJ based dance party playing all your favorite ABBA tracks, plus plenty of other disco hits from the 70s […]
$30 – $40
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TWO concerts with Colin & Friends–voice, violin, sax and trombone. Welcome in the New Year with music and fun at 1 pm and 3:30 pm.
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Are your little ones not quite ready to stay up until midnight? Bid farewell to 2025 with the most bedtime-friendly New Year’s Eve party in Madison! This dance party begins at 1:30 pm, with early New Year’s countdowns at 2 pm and 3 pm. Bundle up and boogie down in the Wonderground with family-friendly DJ […]
$14.00
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Madison singer/songwriter Josh Harty will play at Our House Concerts at 7:30 pm on New Year’s Eve. The concert is at 451 N. Few St. in Madison. Contact us at annedave@chorus.net to reserve a seat. Join us for fine music and a champagne toast for a great New Year!
$20
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Join local artist Nyia Luna to learn painting techniques and add to collaborative murals created with drawings sourced from community members that represent joyful colors and peaceful days. This event is included in Museum admission and free for Members. Museum admission is always free for kids 12 and under, thanks to an anonymous donor. About […]
Free – $27
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