42 Things to Do in Madison This Weekend November 13 – 15, 2026
Discover the best events and activities happening in Madison this weekend.
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Wisconsin Men's Hockey vs. Ohio State
The top-ranked Badger men's hockey team hosts Big Ten rival Ohio State for a two-game Kohl Center series. Location: Kohl Center, 601 W. Dayton Street, Madison, WI Dates: Friday, November 13 - Saturday, November 14, 2026 (two-game series) Friday 7:00 PM; Saturday 6:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via UW Athletics / Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://uwbadgers.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/schedule
Madison Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
Thousands of runners loop Madison's lakes and the UW campus in this Boston-qualifying marathon morning. Location: Capitol Square (start: Mifflin St. & Wisconsin Ave.; finish: Main St. & MLK Jr. Blvd.), Capitol Square, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Sunday, November 15, 2026 7:00 AM full & half marathon start; 7:20 AM 10K start Admission: Free to spectate; race entry fees apply by distance Race registration required to run; no ticket needed to watch Availability: Registration open Reference: https://madisonmarathon.org/race-day/
Holiday Fantasy in Lights - Opening Weekend
Madison's beloved drive-through light show opens for its 37th season with 50+ LED displays in Olin Park. Location: Olin Park, Olin Park, Madison, WI Dates: November 14 - December 31, 2026 (opening weekend November 14-15) Dusk to 10:00 PM (candy canes handed out 4:30-10:00 PM) Admission: Free (donations accepted) No tickets; drive-through or walk-up Availability: Open nightly from November 14 Reference: https://www.visitmadison.com/blog/stories/post/madison-area-holiday-lights-tree-lighting-guide/
Everclear - Lucky 7 Tour with American Hi-Fi
Everclear brings the Lucky 7 Tour to Madison's biggest club stage, with American Hi-Fi opening. Location: The Sylvee, 25 S. Livingston Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 8:00 PM (doors 6:30 PM) Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-sylvee-tickets-madison/venue/57847
Brew Lights (21+)
A 21+ night of unlimited beer, cider and wine sampling under the Zoo Lights displays at Henry Vilas Zoo. Location: Henry Vilas Zoo, 702 S. Randall Avenue, Madison, WI 53715 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM (gates 5:30 PM) Admission: General admission $50 (premium packages up to $250) Advance tickets via the zoo's ticketing page Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://www.henryvilaszoo.gov/event/brew-lights-21/
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The Widdler with Esseks, Fossils, Unknown Prophet, TNGL, Gravemynd, Liminal b2b Grounded Sound
A seven-act bass music takeover led by dubstep favourite The Widdler at the historic Majestic. Location: Majestic Theatre, 115 King Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Friday, November 13, 2026 8:00 PM (doors 8:00 PM) Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.ticketmaster.com/majestic-theatre-tickets-madison/venue/57705
Cocktails in the Conservatory - Rad Music Collective: Radio Queens
Botanical cocktails and four local DJs inside the tropical Bolz Conservatory for a 21+ garden party. Location: Olbrich Botanical Gardens - Bolz Conservatory, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison, WI Dates: Friday, November 13, 2026 6:45 PM - 11:00 PM (timed entry slots) Admission: $15 per person Advance timed tickets required; no door sales Availability: Tickets on sale (event notes it can sell out; no waitlist) Reference: https://www.olbrich.org/calendar/cocktails-in-the-conservatory
Hips Don't Lie - A Tribute to Shakira
A Shakira tribute night with pre-show dance lessons at the High Noon Saloon. Location: High Noon Saloon, 701 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 8:00 PM (doors and dance lessons 7:00 PM) Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.ticketmaster.com/high-noon-saloon-tickets-madison/venue/57723
vaultboy
Viral pop singer-songwriter vaultboy plays a 21+ Saturday night show at The Bur Oak. Location: The Bur Oak, 2262 Winnebago Street, Madison, WI 53704 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 8:00 PM Admission: About $36 - $38 Tickets via authorized sellers (SeatGeek, Vivid Seats) Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.vividseats.com/vaultboy-tickets/performer/153414
Deep House Music - DJ Wayne Wonder
Café CODA's second-Friday deep house night runs late with DJ Wayne Wonder. Location: Café CODA, 1224 Williamson Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Friday, November 13, 2026 (into early Saturday) 11:00 PM - 2:00 AM Admission: $10 cover Cover at the door Availability: Open Reference: https://www.cafecoda.club/events-1
Wisconsin Men's Basketball vs. Coastal Carolina
Badger men's basketball hosts Coastal Carolina under the Sunday night lights at the Kohl Center. Location: Kohl Center, 601 W. Dayton Street, Madison, WI Dates: Sunday, November 15, 2026 7:00 PM Admission: From about $14 (prices vary by seat) Tickets via UW Athletics / Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://uwbadgers.com/sports/mens-basketball/schedule
Wisconsin Women's Hockey vs. St. Thomas
The powerhouse Badger women's hockey team hosts St. Thomas for a weekend pair at LaBahn Arena. Location: LaBahn Arena, LaBahn Arena, UW-Madison campus, Madison, WI Dates: Saturday, November 14 - Sunday, November 15, 2026 (two-game series) Saturday 2:00 PM; Sunday start time not confirmed Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via UW Athletics Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/events/day/2026-11-14
WUD Film Presents: There Will Be Blood (Open Caption Screening)
The student-run WUD Film Committee screens Paul Thomas Anderson's oil epic free at Union South's Marquee cinema. Location: The Marquee, Union South, 1308 W. Dayton Street, Madison, WI 53715 Dates: Friday, November 13, 2026 8:45 PM - 11:33 PM Admission: Free No tickets; first-come seating Availability: Open Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
UW Cinematheque: Rajamouli - Myth, Spectacle, Cinema
UW Cinematheque's weekend series celebrates Indian blockbuster director S.S. Rajamouli on 35mm-era big screens. Location: UW Cinematheque, Vilas Hall, Vilas Hall, UW-Madison campus, Madison, WI Dates: Saturday, November 14 - Sunday, November 15, 2026 Not confirmed (evening screenings; see official calendar for titles and times) Admission: Free No tickets; first-come seating Availability: Open Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
Dane County Farmers' Market - Final Outdoor Saturday of the Season
America's largest producer-only farmers' market wraps its 2026 outdoor season around the Capitol. Location: Capitol Square, Capitol Square, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 6:15 AM - 1:45 PM Admission: Free admission No tickets; walk-up Availability: Open; final outdoor market of 2026 Reference: https://www.visitmadison.com/events/farmers-markets/saturday-on-the-square/
Native Art Market
Native artists and makers sell beadwork, textiles, jewelry and contemporary art for Native American Heritage Month. Location: Arts + Literature Laboratory, Arts + Literature Laboratory, Madison, WI Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Daytime (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM per the market's prior edition; 2026 hours not confirmed) Admission: Free admission No tickets; walk-up Availability: Open Reference: https://madisonmom.com/holiday-markets/
3rd Annual Scorpio Market
A third-annual Sunday maker market with local artists and vendors at The Tinsmith event space. Location: The Tinsmith, 828 E. Main Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Sunday, November 15, 2026 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed (markets are typically free to enter) No tickets; walk-up Availability: Open Reference: https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/es?s=1427524768&e=2614476&elqTrackId=51e861781d16471282f1c296cabd15a9&elq=9ec00f1dfe9c45bab2614dd4b1f1d9d5&elqaid=90583&elqat=1&elqak=8AF5EE221EBF7015935ADB1B4C27C7745F3C82AFDBE637DC9AD3FB9E86AD49BAC353
Mistletoe Market (Oregon, WI)
A two-day holiday shopping market with local vendors and handcrafted gifts in nearby Oregon. Location: Oregon, WI (venue not confirmed), Not confirmed Dates: Saturday, November 14 - Sunday, November 15, 2026 Not confirmed (daytime; see local listings) Admission: Not confirmed No tickets expected; walk-up Availability: Open Reference: https://madisonmom.com/holiday-markets/
Gaslight - Forward Theater Company (Wisconsin Premiere)
Forward Theater's Wisconsin premiere of Steven Dietz's new adaptation of the classic psychological thriller Gaslight. Location: The Playhouse at Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: October 29 - November 22, 2026 (performances Friday-Sunday, November 13-15) Friday 7:30 PM; Saturday 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM; Sunday matinee (see official site) Admission: $56.47 - $71.32 Tickets via Overture Center box office Availability: Available; Saturday performances nearly sold out per ticketing listings Reference: https://www.overture.org/tickets-events/2026-27-season/forward-theater-company-gaslight/
Romeo and Juliet - Madison Shakespeare Company
Madison Shakespeare Company stages the best-known love story in English at the downtown Bartell Theatre. Location: Bartell Theatre, 113 E. Mifflin Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: November 6 - 21, 2026 (performances Friday-Sunday, November 13-15) Evening performances 7:30 PM; Sunday matinee - see official site for the day's showtime Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Madison Shakespeare Company / Bartell Theatre box office Availability: Tickets on sale for all dates Reference: https://madisonshakespeare.org/productions/rj-you-are-cordially-invited/
2026 Tandem Press Fall Open House
UW's fine-art print studio opens its doors for printmaking demos, studio tours and works for sale. Location: Tandem Press, 1743 Commercial Avenue, Madison, WI 53704 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Admission: Free No tickets; walk-up Availability: Open Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
Play it by Ear: Graduate Painting Exhibition (Closing Weekend)
Final days of a graduate painting exhibition at the UW Art Department's Backspace Gallery. Location: Backspace Gallery, Art Lofts, Art Lofts, UW-Madison, Madison, WI Dates: November 10 - 14, 2026 (final day Saturday, November 14) All day (gallery hours) Admission: Free No tickets; walk-up Availability: Open through November 14 Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
Plan-ish: Art Metals Exhibition (Closing Weekend)
A student art-metals exhibition of jewelry and sculptural metalwork in the Art Lofts Gallery. Location: Art Lofts Gallery, UW-Madison, Art Lofts, UW-Madison, Madison, WI Dates: November 10 - 14, 2026 (final day Saturday, November 14) All day (gallery hours) Admission: Free No tickets; walk-up Availability: Open through November 14 Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
almost monday
San Diego indie-pop trio almost monday closes the weekend at the High Noon Saloon. Location: High Noon Saloon, 701 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Sunday, November 15, 2026 8:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.ticketmaster.com/high-noon-saloon-tickets-madison/venue/57723
Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers
Bass virtuoso Victor Wooten performs with his brothers in a family funk masterclass at the Majestic. Location: Majestic Theatre, 115 King Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Sunday, November 15, 2026 7:00 PM (doors 6:00 PM) Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://concerts.consequence.net/events/victor-wooten-the-wooten-brothers-at-majestic-theatre-on-2026-11-15-19-00
The Comedy Bunker
Cheshire Cat Comedy's Friday stand-up showcase packs fresh lineups into a quirky hotel 'bunker' room. Location: Hotel Indigo Madison Downtown, 901 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Friday, November 13, 2026 8:00 PM Admission: From $12.51 Tickets via Eventbrite (Cheshire Cat Comedy) Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://happeningnext.com/madison/comedy
Ethan Regan - Young Regan Tour
Singer-songwriter Ethan Regan brings the Young Regan Tour to the Majestic on Saturday night. Location: Majestic Theatre, 115 King Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 8:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Ticketmaster Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.ticketmaster.com/majestic-theatre-tickets-madison/venue/57705
Monroe Street Craft Beer Week - Closing Weekend
A week of craft beer specials, tappings and events along the Monroe Street corridor wraps up this weekend. Location: Monroe Street corridor bars, breweries and retailers, Monroe Street, Madison, WI 53711 Dates: November 10 - 15, 2026 (closing weekend November 13-15) Varies by venue; bar and shop hours Admission: Free to attend; drink specials priced by venue No tickets; walk-in at participating venues Availability: Open; specials run through Sunday, November 15 Reference: https://drinkswithdarin.substack.com/p/whats-tappening-november-edition
2026 Nation's Choice - Dance Grand Championship & Cheer Showdown
A national Varsity dance and cheer championship fills the Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall all weekend. Location: Alliant Energy Center - Exhibition Hall, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713 Dates: Friday, November 13 - Sunday, November 15, 2026 All day (competition sessions; see official event page) Admission: Not confirmed (spectator admission) Spectator admission at the venue / via Varsity event page Availability: Open Reference: https://www.alliantenergycenter.com/upcoming-events/events-details/1059/2026-nations-choice-dance-grand-cheer-showdown-13-nov-2026
The Dinner Detective - Murder Mystery Dinner Show
America's largest interactive murder mystery dinner show plants actors among the guests at the DoubleTree East. Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East, 4402 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53704 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Admission: $65.95 (includes dinner and show) Advance tickets required; sales close Thursday, November 12 at 11:00 AM Availability: Tickets on sale until the Thursday cutoff Reference: https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/madison/murder-mystery-tickets-showtimes/
Dolly Drag Brunch & Bingo
A Dolly Parton-themed drag brunch with bingo at the Graduate Hotel, steps from campus. Location: Graduate by Hilton Madison, 601 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53706 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 11:00 AM Admission: $37.96 - $46.97 Tickets in advance (listed via ticketing platforms) Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://allevents.in/madison/parties?ref=search_slug_cat
Femme+ Climbing Night
An inclusive Friday-night climbing session at the Bakke Center's Mt. Mendota wall, geared to femme+ climbers. Location: Mt. Mendota Climbing Wall, Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center, Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center, UW-Madison, Madison, WI Dates: Friday, November 13, 2026 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed (Rec Well day pass or membership required) Rec Well access required; see official calendar Availability: Open Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
I'mProv, You'reProv - Atlas Improv Company
Atlas Improv's Sunday interactive improv show, where audience suggestions drive the comedy. Location: Atlas Improv Company, 1224 Williamson Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Sunday, November 15, 2026 Not confirmed (see Atlas Improv listings) Admission: Not confirmed Tickets at the door / via Atlas Improv Availability: Open Reference: https://happeningnext.com/madison/comedy
Burgundy Festival 2026
Waterford's annual walk-around tasting pours a huge lineup of wines from Burgundy, France's most famed region. Location: Waterford Wine & Spirits, Not confirmed Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 General admission 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (premium admission 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM) Admission: General admission $75; premium admission $275 Tickets via Waterford Wine & Spirits Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://waterfordwine.com/products/burgundy-festival-2026-madison
Peck of Pickles Party
Working Draft Beer Company throws a pickle-themed party at its east-side taproom. Location: Working Draft Beer Company, Not confirmed Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Not confirmed (see brewery listings) Admission: Not confirmed No tickets expected; walk-in taproom event Availability: Open Reference: https://drinkswithdarin.substack.com/p/whats-tappening-november-edition
Mrs. Roper Romp
A Three's Company costume romp - caftans and curly red wigs encouraged - at Starkweather Brewing. Location: Starkweather Brewing Company, Not confirmed Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Not confirmed (see brewery listings) Admission: Not confirmed No tickets expected; walk-in taproom event Availability: Open Reference: https://drinkswithdarin.substack.com/p/whats-tappening-november-edition
Kids in the Rotunda: Laura Doherty & The Heartbeats
Overture's free Saturday family series hosts folk-pop favourite Laura Doherty with her puppet pals. Location: Rotunda Stage, Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703 Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM (45-minute shows) Admission: Free No tickets; first-come seating (1:00 PM show ASL-interpreted; livestream available) Availability: Open Reference: https://www.broadwayworld.com/madison/regional/Laura-Doherty
Whoopensocker LIVE!
Madison actors, improvisers and musicians perform a variety show written entirely by local elementary students. Location: The Center for Black Excellence and Culture, 671 W. Badger Road, Madison, WI 53713 Dates: Friday, November 13 - Saturday, November 14, 2026 Friday 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Admission: Kids attend free; adult ticket price not confirmed Tickets at the door or via whoopensocker.org Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/events/day/2026-11-14
Helen Louise Allen Textile Collection - Community Day
A free community day at UW's renowned textile collection, with close-up access to historic fabrics and garments. Location: Helen Louise Allen Textile Collection, School of Human Ecology, UW-Madison, School of Human Ecology, UW-Madison, Madison, WI Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Not confirmed (daytime; see official calendar) Admission: Free No tickets; walk-up Availability: Open Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
Composition Studio Recital - Mead Witter School of Music
UW composition students premiere new works in a free Saturday-evening recital at Hamel Music Center. Location: Hamel Music Center - Collins Recital Hall, Hamel Music Center, UW-Madison, Madison, WI Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Admission: Free No ticket required Availability: Open Reference: https://music.wisc.edu/upcoming-events/
First Nations Cultural Landscape Tour
A guided walking tour of the Indigenous cultural landscape of the UW campus, from effigy mounds to Lake Mendota. Location: UW-Madison campus (tour), UW-Madison campus, Madison, WI Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Not confirmed (see official calendar; registration may be required) Admission: Free See official calendar for meeting point and registration Availability: Open Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
Ecological Restoration Work Party - UW Arboretum
Volunteer outdoors at the Arboretum's Saturday restoration work party, helping care for Madison's famous prairies and woodlands. Location: UW-Madison Arboretum, UW-Madison Arboretum, Madison, WI Dates: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Not confirmed (morning; see official calendar) Admission: Free (volunteer) No tickets; volunteer check-in on site Availability: Open Reference: https://today.wisc.edu/?catId=301%27&page=33
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