Social Events
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Checkout the #social-events channel in Slack emailed to you for additional and updated details
4 – 9 pm
Memorial Union Terrace (11 minute walk from Smith Residence Hall)
- Activities: Drink beer, eat cheese curds, chat, and have a good time
- Description: “Located on the shore of Lake Mendota, Memorial Union Terrace is one of the most iconic spots on campus. Brightly colored sunburst chairs fill the large stone terrace with lake and sky views. Enjoy entertainment, recreation, dining, and awesome sunsets early spring through late fall.” -Their website
- Location: 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53703
- Website: https://union.wisc.edu/visit/terrace-at-the-memorial-union/
1:05 – 4:35 pm
Brittingham Park (26 min walk from Monona Terrace)
- Activities: Water crafting, yard games
- Location: 829 W. Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53703
- Cost (Water Crafting Rentals):
- Paddle board/Single Kayak Rental: 1st hour=$16 Add Hr=$12
- Tandem Kayak/Canoe: 1st hour=$20 Add Hr=$12
- Website: https://www.madisonboats.com/rentals
Memorial Union (24 minute walk from Monana Terrace)
- Activity: Water crafting
- Location: 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53703
Olin Park Pavilion (35 minute walk from Monana Terrace)
- Activity: Nature walk
- Location: Olin Park Pavilion, 1156 Olin-Turville Ct, Madison, WI 53715
Picnic Point (60 min walk; 31 min bus + walk from Monona Terrace)
- Activity: Nature walk
- Description: “Picnic Point, a nearly mile-long peninsula along Lake Mendota’s south shore, is among Madison’s most distinctive features and is probably the most popular destination in the Preserve. Each year thousands of students and Madisonians visit the Point for outings. In a hectic world of university life or city living, it’s nice to know that this natural area is just a short distance from where you live.” – Their website
- Location: Picnic Point, 2000 University Bay Dr, Madison, WI 53705
- Website: https://lakeshorepreserve.wisc.edu/visit/places/picnic-point/
Madison BCycle (e-bike rentals)
- Activity: Bike the 13.2-mile Monona Lake Loop:
- Website: https://madison.bcycle.com/
- Locations: Various stations throughout the city. A link for locations and availability: https://madison.bcycle.com/nav/map
- Cost
- Single Ride: $5 for 30-minute ride
- Single Day: $15 for unlimited 60-minute rides in a day
- Month Pass: $30 for unlimited 90-minute rides in a month
- https://madison.bcycle.com/nav/Join-now
Boulders Climbing Gym (5 min walk from Monona Terrace):
- Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
- Website: https://www.bouldersgym.com/
- Cost: Day Passes – $25 with rentals, $20 without rental
After 7:30 pm
Informal groups may gather at the location below:
Great Dane (5 min walk from Monona Terrace):
- Description: “This is where it all started in 1994. Nestled inside a historic building that housed the Fess Hotel, our downtown pub is known for its warm vibe, beautiful patio and a large pool hall perfect for parties.” – Their website
- Location: 123 E Doty St, Madison, WI 53703
- Hours: Closes 11:00 PM everyday
- Website: https://www.greatdanepub.com/locations/downtown-madison/
- Menu: https://www.greatdanepub.com/menu/
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12:40 – 5:40 pm
Devil’s Lake (Approximately an hour drive from Madison, transportation provided)
- Activities: Water crafting, hiking, climbing, beach activities, yard games
- Description: “Devil’s Lake State Park is located in Baraboo, Wisconsin, and is Wisconsin’s most popular state park with about 3 million visitors per year. The over 10,000-acre park anchors more than 27,000 acres of parkland and natural areas open to public recreation in Sauk County. Historically Devil’s Lake or “De Wakacak”, which means Spirit Lake, sits on ancestral Ho-Chunk land and contains ancient effigy mounds that are part of their cultural heritage.” –Their website
- Cost: Water Crafting Rentals ($100 security deposit and valid ID needed)
- Hourly rates: Single Kayak: $15, Double Kayak:$24, Canoe:$20, Paddle Board:$20, Paddle Pontoons:$35
- Location: S5975 Park Rd, Baraboo, WI 53913
- Website: https://www.devilslakewisconsin.com/
- Park Map: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5845f16d725e25b805a0442f/t/58baa823197aeaa5d1024f26/1488627752160/DevilsLakeOfficialParkMap.pdf
After 7:30 pm
Informal groups may gather at the locations below:
Great Dane (Potential Activity, look at Slack for confirmation, 5 min walk from Monona Terrace):
- Description: “This is where it all started in 1994. Nestled inside a historic building that housed the Fess Hotel, our downtown pub is known for its warm vibe, beautiful patio and a large pool hall perfect for parties.” – Their website
- Location: 123 E Doty St, Madison, WI 53703
- Hours: Closes 11:00 PM everyday
- Website: https://www.greatdanepub.com/locations/downtown-madison/
- Menu: https://www.greatdanepub.com/menu/
Picnic Point (Potential activity, look at Slack for confirmation, 60 min walk; 31 min bus + walk from Monona Terrace)
- Description: “Picnic Point, a nearly mile-long peninsula along Lake Mendota’s south shore, is among Madison’s most distinctive features and is probably the most popular destination in the Preserve. Each year thousands of students and Madisonians visit the Point for outings. In a hectic world of university life or city living, it’s nice to know that this natural area is just a short distance from where you live.” – Their website
- Location: Picnic Point, 2000 University Bay Dr, Madison, WI 53705
- Website: https://lakeshorepreserve.wisc.edu/visit/places/picnic-point/