BID Sponsored Events

Madison Night Market

2026 Schedule

  • Thu, May 14, 5–9pm
  • Thu, June 11, 5–9pm
  • Thu, August 20, 5–9pm
  • Thu, September 17, 5–9pm
  • Thu, October 15, 5–9pm

Event Overview

The pulse of downtown Madison returns with the Madison Night Market on October 15, from 5-9 p.m. Taking over N. Carroll and W. Mifflin Streets on Capitol Square, State Street and Gilman Street, this year’s series promises a bigger, bolder celebration of the city’s urban culture. The Madison Night Market brings together iconic brick-and-mortar storefronts and the region’s top makers, from State Street retailers to visiting food carts, pop-up restaurants and live music – it’s a one-of-a-kind urban street festival.

October Market Details

Thursday, October 15, 5-9pm

Peace Park Performance Stage

5:15-5:45: The Raging Grannies

7:15-8:45: Wisconsin Singers


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!) creative, active and having fun with community partners. The October 15 market will feature:

MADabolic Madison – Fitness Challenges

Witte Kitty – Face Painting

The Alexandra Store – Balloon Animals

Silent Disco with Madleen Alsabbah

Mad City Window & Bath – Madison Night Market Sponsor!

Park Bank – Madison Night Market Sponsor!

 

Buskers & Performers throughout the market

Madison Circus Entertainment – Roaming

David Hart IV – 200 State St.

Piano Fondue – Dueling Pianos – Frances Street Plaza

The Hitterz Collective – 600 Block State St.

Eric De Los Santos – 300 State St.

The Raging Grannies – The Forum at the Top of State St. (7pm – 9pm)