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Upcoming Events

Jun
21

Knitting 101

Arts, WHS Textile
Jun 21 2026 | 1 - 4pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Learn the basics of knitting in this 3-week overview!

Blue knitting project in process
Jun
21
Jun 21 2026 | 4 - 7pm
Memorial Union
Ticketed Event
Take a paddling tour along Lake Mendota to Picnic Point!
OUW Paddling AM 094
Jun
23
Jun 23 2026 | 5:45 - 8:15pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Dive into the world of Scandinavian folk art and explore rosemaling - a centuries-old decorative painting technique known for intricate florals and delicate strokes. Class culminates in an original piece of decorative art you're sure to enjoy for a lifetime.

Photo of Telemark Rosemaling.
Jun
24
Jun 24 2026 | 7 - 9pm
Terrace at Memorial Union
Welcoming all styles of music, comedy, spoken word, poetry, and more on the Terrace stage!
WUD Terrace After dark Open Mic 6.15.16 OD 2521
Jun
25
Jun 25 2026 | 5 - 8pm
Terrace at Memorial Union
Create your own jazz color flow painting for free at the Wheelhouse Studios Terrace Art Zone.
Photo of colorful pieces of art in a splatter form.
Jun
25

Basic Ringmaking

Arts, WHS Jewelry
Jun 25 2026 | 6 - 9pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Design and construct simple silver bands while exploring the basic techniques of metalsmithing.

Photo of three rings made from metal.
Jun
25
Jun 25 2026 | 7pm
Terrace at Memorial Union
The Whiskey Farm is an Americana and folk rock band from Madison, Wisconsin.
Whiskey Farm Featured Image Thumbnail v2
Jun
26
Jun 26 2026 | 4:30 - 10pm
Memorial Union
Celebrate the final weekend of the Madison Jazz Festival with FREE performances on the Terrace throughout the afternoon and evening.
Individual performing music in front of a crowd on the Terrace
Jun
26
Jun 26 2026 | 5 - 8pm
Terrace at Memorial Union
Create your own jazz color flow painting for free at the Wheelhouse Studios Terrace Art Zone.
Photo of colorful pieces of art in a splatter form.
Jun
26
Jun 26 2026 | 8:30 - 10pm
Memorial Union
Nate Smith explores the magical alchemy of a jam session with good friends who also happen to be top-notch musicians.
Photo of Nate Smith holding a drum stick.