Madison Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Madison, WI, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 12, 2026
Events take place across Madison throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 409 Upcoming Events
- 18 Events This Weekend
- 19 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 409
- sports 74
- concerts 108
- broadway 142
- Live Shows 195
- comedy 37
- family 19
- This Weekend 18
- festivals 2
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Madison events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Madison Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Madison
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 409
- Nov 12, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — TECHNO / ELECTRONIC: STS9 - Sound Tribe Sector 9 at The Sylvee - WI • 2500 seats,
25 S. Livingston Street, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $67, Avg. price ~ $132, Tickets Available: 298. Select Seats - Nov 12, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — ALTERNATIVE: Mustard Plug at High Noon Saloon • 400 seats, 701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $32, Avg. price ~ $37, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Wisconsin Badgers Hockey vs. Ohio State Buckeyes at Kohl Center • 17230 seats, 601 West Dayton, Madison, WI 53715, US. From $31, Avg. price ~ $76, Tickets Available: 200. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: Hottt Probs at High Noon Saloon • 400 seats, 701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: Steve Poltz at The Bur Oak, 2262 Winnebago St, Madison, WI 53704, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $43, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — BLUEGRASS: The Kitchen Dwellers & Dogs In A Pile at The Sylvee - WI • 2500 seats, 25 S. Livingston Street, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $146, Tickets Available: 232. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Gaslight at The Playhouse at Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $78, Avg. price ~ $104, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Wisconsin Badgers Women's Hockey vs. St. Thomas University Tommies at LaBahn Arena, 105 E. Campus Mall, Madison, WI 53715, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $100, 11 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Wisconsin Badgers Hockey vs. Ohio State Buckeyes at Kohl Center • 17230 seats, 601 West Dayton, Madison, WI 53715, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $85, Tickets Available: 183. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Gaslight at The Playhouse at Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $81, Avg. price ~ $102, 11 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Tell Me Lies - Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at Atwood Music Hall, 1925 Atwood Avenue, Madison, WI 53704, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $64, 28 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — COUNTRY / FOLK, Weekend Event: The Mavericks at Orpheum Theatre - Madison , 216 State Street, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $76, Avg. price ~ $178, Tickets Available: 142. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — TECHNO / ELECTRONIC, Weekend Event: Vaultboy at The Bur Oak, 2262 Winnebago St, Madison, WI 53704, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $33, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Hips Don't Lie - A Tribute to Shakira at High Noon Saloon • 400 seats, 701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $21, Avg. price ~ $27, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Everclear at The Sylvee - WI • 2500 seats, 25 S. Livingston Street, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $36, Avg. price ~ $454, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Ethan Regan at Majestic Theatre Madison • 300 seats, 115 King Street, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $30, Avg. price ~ $48, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Wisconsin Badgers Women's Hockey vs. St. Thomas University Tommies at LaBahn Arena, 105 E. Campus Mall, Madison, WI 53715, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $77, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Wisconsin Badgers vs. Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Kohl Center • 17230 seats, 601 West Dayton, Madison, WI 53715, US. From $2, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 1129, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — JAZZ / BLUES, Weekend Event: The Wooten Brothers at Majestic Theatre Madison • 300 seats, 115 King Street, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $42, Avg. price ~ $86, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Almost Monday at High Noon Saloon • 400 seats, 701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, US. From $263, Avg. price ~ $303, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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Madison Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Madison events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Mustard Plug
701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 7
Nov 12, 2026 8:00 PM
STS9 - Sound Tribe Sector 9
25 S. Livingston Street, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 15
Nov 12, 2026 8:00 PM
Hottt Probs
701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 13, 2026 7:00 PM
Wisconsin Badgers Hockey
601 West Dayton, Madison, WI 53715
Upcoming Events: 24
Nov 13, 2026 7:00 PM
The Kitchen Dwellers
25 S. Livingston Street, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 8
Nov 13, 2026 8:00 PM
Steve Poltz
2262 Winnebago St, Madison, WI 53704
Upcoming Events: 12
Nov 13, 2026 8:00 PM
Gaslight
201 State St, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 7
Nov 14, 2026 2:00 PM
Wisconsin Badgers Women's Hockey
105 E. Campus Mall, Madison, WI 53715
Upcoming Events: 21
Nov 14, 2026 2:00 PM
The Mavericks
216 State Street, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 20
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Tell Me Lies - Tribute To Fleetwood Mac
1925 Atwood Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
Upcoming Events: 13
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
vaultboy
2262 Winnebago St, Madison, WI 53704
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Ethan Regan
115 King Street, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 8
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Hips Don't Lie - A Tribute to Shakira
701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Everclear
25 S. Livingston Street, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 9
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
The Wooten Brothers
115 King Street, Madison, WI 53703
Upcoming Events: 19
Nov 15, 2026 7:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Madison. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Madison right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Madison rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Madison?
Yeah — Madison doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Madison?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Madison, WI. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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