Community Events Community Events


Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center was created with traditions in mind—traditions of community service, education and entertainment for all ages.

There's always something going on at Monona Terrace!

Tunes at Monona Terrace
Community Open House
T'ai Chi at Monona Terrace
Wright Lecture Series
Dane Dances!
Lakeside Kids!
Monona Terrace Tour and Sunset Dinner Cruise

 
Letter - join our mailing list Sign up for the Monona Terrace Community Events email list
 
 
Bands - Download Application Form For Bands - Performer Information
Download Application Form (pdf)
 

Calendar of All Monona Terrace Events

 


 

TUNES AT MONONA TERRACE

tunes Wednesdays, 5:30-7PM
Free and open to the public

The Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of The Capital Times, and Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center are proud to sponsor these free community concerts. Concessions and cocktails are available for purchase beginning at 5PM.


September
10* The Midwesterners (Roots-Rock)
24* Westside Andy & Mel Ford Band (R&B)
October
8 The Brian Whitty Group (Swing, Jazz, Rock)
22 PianoFondue (Dueling Pianos)
November
5 Ladies Must Swing (Big Band Swing)
19 Little Vito & The Torpedoes (50s & 60s)
December
3 All That Jazz (20 pc. Jazz Band)

*If weather permits this concert will be held on the rooftop.

 

COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, August 3
Tours start in the Gift Shop

Enjoy a free-guided tour of the building at 1PM.

back to top

 

T'ai Chi T'AI CHI AT MONONA TERRACE

Tuesdays & Thursdays
September 2-30
12:00 - 12:45PM, Rooftop

Sessions introduce fundamental T'ai Chi in an easy to learn routine. Free and open to the public with registration available on site. Wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes. In case of inclement weather, class will be cancelled. Please call Monona Terrace at 608.261.4000 after 11AM the day of event for cancellation information. Instruction provided by T'ai Chi Center of Madison LLC.

back to top

 

WRIGHT LECTURE SERIES

7PM, Lecture Hall
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

The lecture series is sponsored by Southwest Chapter AIA Wisconsin, Monona Terrace, and Frank Lloyd Wright® Wisconsin.

Wright Lecture
Tuesday, September 16
Film: "The Spirit in Architecture: John Lautner"

Presented by Filmmaker Bette Jane Cohen

The film examines the life and work of the American architect John Lautner (1911-1994), one of the most visionary American architects of the 20th century. His work represents an aspect of organic design, the legacy of Frank Lloyd Wright, and the contributions of Southern California architecture that expands our understanding of the nature of modernism.



Thursday, October 9
Film: "A Child of the Sun"

Presented by Director Michael Miner

The largest single collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world can be witnessed in the buildings of Florida Southern College, built between 1938 and 1958. The ten built and eight un-built structures are covered in great detail in the film. Wright's commitment to organic architecture is explored through his multi-building design concept and the integration of the sun as a critical contributing design element.

WrightLecture
Tuesday, November 18
"When Tommy was King, Restoring the Wisconsin State Capitol"

Presented by Charlie Quagliana, AIA
Senior Preservation Architect, Isthmus Architecture, Inc.

This lecture will review the political and practical realities of working on a multi-phased, comprehensive, historic restoration of this fully functioning and beloved landmark. Charlie Quagliana will offer a unique personal perspective: first as a project representative of the State and then as a project principal guiding the preservation team in the later phases of this award-winning project. This project demonstrates the power of design and architecture in the public realm.

back to top

 

 

Dane Dances

DANE DANCES!
Fridays, 5:30-9:30PM

Dane Dances! is a community event created to help break down racial barriers and bring people of diverse backgrounds together for a night of FREE entertainment and dancing. There will be ethnic food vendors (Mango Man, Papa Bear's BBQ, and Bab's French Quarter Kitchen) and cocktails available for purchase beginning at 5PM. DJ Laurie Mlatawou will perform each evening at 5:30 and 7:30PM.

August
01* Grupo Candela - Salsa, Meringue, Bachata, Cumbia
The Davis Family Band - Jazz, Classic R&B, Top 40
08* Black 'n White - Mix of Reggae, Rock, Soul, Jazz
Streetlife - R&B, Jazz, Contemporary Styles
22* David Hecht & Primitive Culture - Reggae, Funk, World Beat, R&B
!Que Flavor! - Afro-Cuban, Latin
29 Nellie Tiger Travis Blues Band - Urban R&B
MadiSalsa - Latin Jazz, Salsa
*In the case of inclement weather, please call (608) 261-4000 after 2PM for concert location or cancellation information.

back to top

 

Monona Terrace Tour and Sunset Dinner Cruise
Wednesday, September 17, 6-9PM
Reservations Required, $100/couple; $60/person

Take this unique opportunity to tour Monona Terrace and then view it from a Betty Lou Dinner Cruise. The evening begins on the beautiful rooftop garden of Monona Terrace with a glass of wine and hors d'oeuvres. You will then be taken on a special after-hours tour of Monona Terrace. The evening will conclude on a Betty Lou Cruise for a three-entree dinner buffet and sunset cruise... providing the most picturesque views of the city. This is an experience you will not want to miss! To make a reservation, call 608.261.4062.

back to top

 

 

 

 

Educators Site Gift Shop