
The holidays will soon be upon us, and here in Dane County, local business owners are preparing for one of the biggest shopping days of the year: Small Business Saturday. We're excited to share some of our favorite places to shop for local gifts in Madison and the surrounding communities.
From bookstores and art galleries to home goods shops and gift stores, these are five great local boutiques in the Madison area. Thank you for supporting locally owned businesses this holiday season!

It's impossible not to love Halloween in Wisconsin! With a fresh crispness in the air and an abundance of spooky vibes, there are many ways to celebrate the season, especially here in the Madison area.
Madison has long been known as a city with a haunted side. Here are a few Halloween happenings near Madison, WI.
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The grandest holiday of the summer is just around the corner, and that means family fun is sure to follow. A great lineup of events awaits the whole family, including some spectacular fireworks to cap off a memorable weekend. Here's more on Fourth of July fireworks and fun throughout Dane County for you to enjoy.

Valentine's Day is around the corner, and you won't have to travel far to find something sweet for someone special. The chocolatiers of Madison and Dane County have much to offer this time of year, with beautiful, hand-crafted chocolates and curated selections that highlight chocolate-making techniques from around the world. Ready to start shopping? Read on and discover 5 of the best chocolate shops around Madison, perfect for your Valentine's Day gifting needs.

When it comes to celebrating the arrival of the New Year, do you love to dance until dawn or do you prefer low-key time with the family? Whatever you enjoy, you'll find it around Madison with these festive events and activities.