Lakefront Live: Encore

9.23.22 Update: Due to weather conditions, Lakefront Live: Encore will proceed, featuring Magic Conch, along with the next performance, The Last Revel, facing the Terrace. Patrons are still welcome to rent paddlecrafts and enjoy the concert on the water. 

 We're Making Another Splash

Join us for Lakefront Live: Encore on the Memorial Union Terrace! This event – featuring alternative, funk, rock band Magic Conch – invites concertgoers to enjoy free, live music from their boats and paddleboards on Lake Mendota. 

Don't forget to stay for the second set facing the Terrace after sunset – featuring Americana band The Last Revel – from 8-10 p.m.!

Kayaks, Paddleboards, Canoes - Reservations Required

through Outdoor UW

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

• Rent a single kayak, double kayak, stand-up paddleboard or canoe to soak in the show from Lake Mendota*
• One reservation per person is required
  • Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
• $15/person for the entire event (4-7 p.m.)
• Please note, reservations reserve your seat, not a specific paddlecraft 
  • Individuals interested in a specific paddlecraft are encouraged to arrive early, as craft will be assigned on a first come, first served basis
  • Renters may arrive to select their craft beginning at 3 p.m.

Canoes - First Come, First Served

through Hoofer Outing Club

• Free canoe rentals on a first come, first served basis*
• Individuals must be 18 and older

Sailboat Rides - First Come, First Served

through Hoofer Sailing Club

Click a time to register!

4PM | 4:30 PM | 5PM | 5:30PM | 6PM

• Free sailboat rides on a first come, first served basis*
• Individuals must be 18 and older

 Other Ways to Join Us

• Purchase an inner tube at Outdoor UW for $20 - first come, first served
• Listen on the Terrace! 
• Bring your own paddlecraft or boat

*Outdoor UW does not allow alcohol on crafts or consumption of alcohol/drugs prior to rental. Outdoor UW reserves the right to turn away any renters who are believed to have consumed alcohol in close proximity to their rental time, or who may be attempting to bring alcohol on crafts.