Free & Cheap FUN in the Area
Henry Vilas
ZOO
702 South Randall Ave. Madison, WI 53715
Open Daily 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Lions, Tigers and Bears...Oh my! Come and see them and so much more. No fee for entry.
Olbrich Botanical
Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
Olbrich's outdoor gardens feature 16 acres of stunning landscapes and Midwest-hardy plants - Free & open daily.
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Visit the tropical Bolz Conservatory, filled with exotic plants, orchids, birds, and a waterfall - $6 admission; free for Members. Free to all on Wed. & Sat. from 10 a.m. - noon.
Madison Parks &
Recreation
Located throughout the city, our city parks host a BUNCH of free or nearly free activities festivals and events to enjoy!
Madison Events
Free Music, events and festivals listed by the Madison Chamber of Commerce (some are free, some cost $$ so read carefully)
Free Movies
The student Film Society hosts FREE movies for anyone to see at the Union. Click on the Movie Info button above and get the schedule.
Click social media icons below for Student Union news and events.
Chazen
Museum of Art
750 University Avenue Madison, WI 53706
there are over 24,000 works of art in the museum’s collections representing the entire spectrum of art history across culture, period, media and genre.
Open Daily, Always FREE.
Free Dancing
During the summer months, look for "Dane Dances" Events on the Terrace (Monona Terrace) each week that are free to the public. Advanced registration online may be required. Check the link above!
FREE Live
Music Near Me
Click this button to find out where free live music might be anywhere around Madison (Tonight).
Free Wellness
Free Yoga Core Classes taught by a professional instructor at the Monona Terrace. Watch their schedule for other opportunities like Tai Chi and others that have been offered in the past.