Events and exhibitions
Alliant Energy Center
The campus includes Exhibition Hall, Veterans Memorial Coliseum, New Holland Pavilions and Willow Island. It hosts trade shows, conventions, sports, agricultural events and live entertainment.
Plan your Madison visit
Things to do near Madison South
Stay within convenient reach of university activities, events, downtown attractions, gardens and entertainment.
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Popular places for your itinerary
Use this guide as a starting point and confirm current hours, admission requirements and event schedules directly with each destination.
Campus and athletics
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Explore the university's lakeside campus, museums, cultural programs and Wisconsin Badgers athletics. Campus activity varies throughout the academic year.
Downtown venue
Monona Terrace
Frank Lloyd Wright's lakeside community and convention center hosts meetings, exhibitions, celebrations, tours and public programs.
Gardens and conservatory
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Visit outdoor gardens and the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Seasonal displays and programs make it a relaxing Madison destination throughout the year.
Entertainment
Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison
This smoke-free gaming destination offers electronic gaming and entertainment southeast of downtown Madison. Visitors should confirm current hours and age requirements.