We're Making A Splash
Join us for our first-ever Lakefront Live on the Memorial Union Terrace! This event – featuring indie pop band Sleeping Jesus – invites concertgoers to enjoy free, live music from their boats and paddleboards on Lake Mendota.
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 (6-9 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.
- 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.
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
- 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.
Other Ways to Join Us
- Listen on the Terrace!
- Bring your own paddlecraft or boat
- Become a Hoofer Sailing Member and enjoy the show while on a sailboat
