The document outlines key attractions in the Madison area, including the Alliant Energy Center and various events like the Dane County Farmers' Market and concerts on the square. It highlights notable locations such as the Wisconsin State Capitol, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, and the House on the Rock, each offering unique experiences. Additionally, it includes information on activities like the Ironman Wisconsin triathlon and Paddle and Portage canoe races.

1. Madison Area Attractions Alliant Energy Center: Great Center, Great City

2. Area attractions at a glance Concerts on the Square Paddle and Portage Ironman Wisconsin Dane County Farmers’ Market American Players Theatre The House on the Rock Cave of the Mounds Olbrich Botanical Gardens Wisconsin State Capitol State Street University of Wisconsin – Madison’s Camp Randall Stadium

3. Concerts on the Square • Presented by the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra • Weekly themed concerts on WI Capitol Square during summer evenings • Reserve a table, pack a picnic, or just come to enjoy the music • Family friendly event • 26 seasons to date www.wcoconcerts.org/new/cos/concertsonthesquare

4. Paddle and Portage • Hundreds of boats participate in this annual canoe race in July • After the race, participants & spectators enjoy music, food, and awards ceremony • 3 miles of paddling, 1 mile of portaging www.paddleandportage.org

5. Ironman Wisconsin • Ironman triathlon in Madison, WI • 2.4 mi swim, 112 mi bike, 26.2 mi run • Every September www.ironmanwisconsin.com

6. Dane County Farmers’ Market • Largest producer-only farmers’ market in U.S. • Outdoors every Saturday – April to November • All items are produced locally by the vendor behind the table www. dcfm .org

7. American Players Theatre • Popular outdoor classical theater • Spring Green, Wisconsin • Picnic in nearby woods before and between shows www.playinthewoods.org

8. The House on the Rock • Retreat that includes tours of displays and collections of the exotic, the unusual and the amazing • Inn with swimming pools, relaxing rooms and family fun • Resort with golf, spa, exceptional cuisine, and luxurious suites www.thehouseontherock.com

9. Cave of the Mounds • National Natural Landmark • Provides an introduction to caving in the Midwest • Guided tours reveal varied collections of colorful stalactites, stalagmites, columns and other formations www .caveofthemounds.com

10. Olbrich Botanical Gardens • 16 acres of outdoor display gardens • Olbrich's Bolz Conservatory – glass pyramid filled with exotic plants and flowers, small birds, a rushing waterfall, and fragrant orchids • Site of many types of events, attracting visitors of all ages www.olbrich.org

11. Wisconsin State Capitol • Wisconsin's diverse ethnic heritage is reflected in the architecture, art and furnishings throughout the building www.wisconsin.gov/state/core/wisconsin_state_capitol_tour

12. State Street • Specialty shops, art galleries, gift stores, women's boutiques, ethnic shops, theaters, museums, restaurants and outdoor sidewalk cafes • Links WI State Capitol to UW-Madison www.explorewisconsin.com/communitypages/state_st

13. Camp Randall Stadium • Home of University of Wisconsin-Madison Badgers Football Team • Oldest & 4 th largest stadium in the Big Ten Conference www.uwbadgers.com

14. Find out more Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce Greater Madison Convention & Visitors Bureau City of Madison Dane County Madison.com