It’s weekends like this that Madison nearly breaks your heart with how awesome it is. From a festival dedicated to the natural wonders that are our beautiful lakes to spectacular live music and performances, this weekend does our city proud.
For Lake Lovers: Frozen Assets Festival
Feb 5, 2016 10:00 AM to Feb 7, 2016 3:00 PM Edgewater Hotel 1001 Wisconsin Pl. , Madison
Hosted by water-quality champions The Clean Lakes Alliance, the annual Frozen Assets Festival reminds us that even in winter we can appreciate our amazing lakes. Running Friday through Saturday at the Edgewater, the festival offers free events including ice skating, broomball, ice fishing and speed skating demos, face painting for the kids and even a s’mores station.
For Bootie Shakers: Black Star Drum Line
Sat, Feb 6 shows at 9:30 am, 11:00 am, and 1:00 pm Overture Center
Rhythmic ensemble Black Star Drum Line comes thundering into your world on Saturday at Kids In The Rotunda with their infectious blend of drumming, singing, rap, and dancing. Be prepared to witness some of the best local youth talent in the region and get there early – this is a popular KIR!
For Those That Like It Hot: Pour’n Your Heart Out
Feb 6, 2016 12:00 – 6:00 PM Sector 67 2100 Winnebago St., Madison
Celebrating Madison’s special niche as a hub of the rebirth of smithing, Pour’n Your Heart Out is a celebration of all things foundry. Metal artists will demonstrate their craft to the sounds of live music and the buzz of beer tasting and food prepared from a fire-side dutch oven.