Here’s a rundown of some of the major Madison, WI events happening this weekend.
Concerts, Musicals, Other Performances
- Madison Symphony Orchestra: Friday, Oct. 18 through Sunday, Oct. 20 at Overture Center
- Ben Folds: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20 at the Sylvee
Festivals, Expos, Community Events
- Protospiel Madison: Thursday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 20 at Monona Terrace
- Wisconsin Book Festival: Thursday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 20 at various locations
- Wisconsin Science Festival: Thursday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 20 at various locations
- Spooktacular Vendor & Craft Fair: Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19 at Alliant Energy Center
Parties, Galas, Food-Related Events
- OutReach Awards Banquet: 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at Monona Terrace
- Wonder Ball: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at Edgewater Hotel
- Vampire’s Ball: 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at High Noon
Sports, Races
- UW Hockey vs. Minnesota-Duluth: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 at Kohl Center
- Hot on the Trail 5K: 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 at Door Creek Park
- Movin’ and Groovin’ for MEDLIFE: 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 at Memorial Union
Photo by Kristian Risager Larsen
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