Photo by Richard Hurd
Madison Night Market Celebrates Madison Sports
Showcase of 50+ Local Businesses, 100+ Unique Vendors, Live Music and Food Trucks
DOWNTOWN MADISON, WI – Madison’s Central Business Improvement District (BID) welcomes the entire community to the return of the expanded Madison Night Market on June 12, from 5-9 p.m. Last year’s expansion onto N. Carroll and W. Mifflin Streets on Capitol Square is back, along with State Street and Gilman Street, showcasing more local artisans and food vendors in the heart of Madison’s fast-growing downtown district.
Celebrating Madison Sports!
Get ready to meet some of Madison’s favorite mascots at the Madison Night Market! Forward Madison FC’s “Strut” and the Madison Mallards’ “Maynard” will be on-site bringing the energy and handing out goodies to eager fans. Plus, the Madison Nightmares women’s softball team will be there repping the city’s newest sports sensation. Come snap a selfie, score some goodies, and show your hometown pride. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind chance to hang with your favorite local teams!
Madison is known for great shopping, amazing food and a talented arts scene, and the Madison Night Market brings our urban experience together in celebration. Vendors and State Street retailers combine to showcase handmade products, local art, artisan gifts, artisanal foods, and fresh produce. The event includes live music, special visiting food carts, and pop-up restaurant experiences.
NEW: Family Activity Zone
Fun for the whole family! Where State Street meets Capitol Square, you’ll find the Madison Night Market Family Activity Zone, filled with a rotating slate of family-friendly activities to keep kids (and their grown-ups!) engaged and entertained. Stay tuned for a new batch of activities for each market in 2025. The June 12 market will feature:
- Madison Mallards, Forward Madison & Madison Nightmares
Layer on your hometown sports gear and head down to the market to meet your favorite teams. Participate in pop-up activities with Forward Madison and the Madison Mallards on the Capitol Lawn and find your favorite teams’ mascots roaming the market. Fun for the whole family!
- Madison School & Community Recreation Mobile Programs
Visit Play on the Go and the mobile Art Cart for kid-friendly activities that channel your child’s creativity and imagination.
Live music lineup
Peace Park Music Stage – 452 State Street
5:00 – 6:30pm – Mona Augustin
7 – 9pm – Kat & the Hurricane
Capitol Square @ State Street
5:00-9:00 p.m. – Eric De Los Santos
200 Block of State
5:00-7:00 p.m. – Wendy Lynn Marcus
Frances Street Plaza
6:00 p.m. – Becca Murray
The most up-to-date market details, including vendors and participating businesses, can be found here: https://madisonnightmarket.com
Follow along on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/madisonnightmarket/
And on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/madisonnightmarket/
Stay up to date on ALL downtown events here: https://visitdowntownmadison.com/events/
The Madison Night Market is brought to you by Madison’s Central Business Improvement District and the City of Madison. Special thanks to our generous sponsors: Madison Gas & Electric, Steve Brown Apartments, Bubbl’r, Henry Vilas Zoo and Findorff.
ABOUT MADISON’S CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID)
The BID represents more than 370 businesses and 250 property owners. It is dedicated to supporting the economic vitality, safety and vibrancy of downtown Madison. We serve the greater State Street, Capitol Square and First Settlement district, working collaboratively with property owners, small businesses and city stakeholders to make downtown Madison the best place to shop, dine, work, live and explore. As a special assessment district, we provide important services, including marketing, public programming, small business support and storefront advocacy to ensure a thriving downtown.
Image Credits: Beth Skogen Photography