Here’s a curated list of some of the major Madison, WI events happening this weekend.
Concerts, Musicals, Other Performances
- Madison Symphony Orchestra: Friday, Jan. 17 through Sunday, Jan. 19 at Overture Center
- Nick Swardson: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 at Orpheum
- Wisconsin Punk Fest: 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 at High Noon
- Wisconsin Bluegrass Fest: 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at The Sylvee
- Wisconsin Hip-Hop Fest: 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at High Noon
Parties, Galas, Food-Related Events
- Cocktails in the Conservatory: 6:45 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 at Olbrich Gardens
- Beer, Cheese & Beyond Fest: 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Alliant Energy Center
- I Have a Dream Ball: 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Monona Terrace
- Restaurant Week: Sunday, Jan. 19 through Friday, Jan. 24 at various locations
Sports, Races
- UW Hockey vs. Lindenwood: 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 and 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Kohl Center
- Madison Capitols vs. Chicago: 7:05 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 at Capitol Ice Arena
- Subzero Race Series: 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Come Back In
- Madison Roller Derby: 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Alliant Energy Center
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