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Carts in Parks

McPike Park food carts

Back by popular demand, the City of Madison Carts in Parks program continues in 2022! Food carts are scheduled in Madison parks for daily vending, neighborhood food cart nights, and Neighborhood Resource Team (NRT) events. The schedule varies and is subject to change. See details in the event listing.

  • Sunday, April 28, 2024
    12 - 4pm

    Bird & Nature Festival 2024

    Location: 2930 North Sherman Avenue Warner Park

    The 2024 Bird & Nature Festival is a free, family-friendly event celebrating Madison Bird City, Arbor Day and Earth Day. See live birds by Open Door Bird Sanctuary and visit nature displays throughout the day. Plan 30-45 minutes for your visit anytime between 12 and 4 pm, during this ongoing event.All ages welcomeFree admissionRestrooms available inside the shelterFree parkingSee, Do, … Read more

  • Thursday, June 20, 2024
    5 - 8pm

    Parks Alive | Owl Creek Park

    Location: 23 Horned Owl Dr Owl Creek Park

    Parks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events are held in parks across the city and throughout the summer. Connect with your neighbors and engage with your community at a Parks Alive event near you! Owl Creek: June 20, July 18, August 1, August 22Inclement weather alternate site: Ho-Chunk … Read more

  • Sunday, August 11, 2024
    10am - 2pm

    Ride the Drive 2024

    Location: Multiple Locations

    Join us for Ride the Drive 2024! What is Ride The Drive?It’s thousands of happy healthy people coming together to experience parks and open streets in a single, one-day, free, community event. Since the inaugural Ride the Drive in 2009, this event continues to celebrate Madison’s commitment to a healthy, active lifestyle focusing on the environmental and economic impacts and the importance of … Read more

Please note that all events are weather dependent and may be canceled or rescheduled.