In the 608: Madison Night Market returning Thursday

MADISON, Wis. - Madison’s Central Business Improvement District (BID) is excited to welcome the community to the first Madison Night Market of the 2024 season on Thursday, May 9, from 5-9 p.m.

For the first time, the market is expanding to N. Carroll and W. Mifflin Streets on Capitol Square, in addition to State Street and Gilman Street, welcoming 110+ local artisans and food vendors as the demand for spaces continues to grow.

The energy and vibrancy of the Madison Night Market continues to grow, and the BID is excited to welcome the entire community to kick off the summer events season in the heart of downtown. Vendors mix with existing State Street retailers to showcase handmade products, local art, artisan gifts, artisanal foods, and fresh produce. The event includes live music, special visiting food carts, and pop-up restaurant experiences.

This year’s featured artist for the Madison Night Market is local artist Stephanie Barenz . Her art explores how our surroundings shape our internal landscapes. The scenes in Barenz’s current work are from areas that have shifted her understanding of home—from Southeast Asia to Milwaukee to Lake Mendota.

“It is an honor to have my work chosen to represent an event in Madison that brings so many people together,” said Barenz. “Events like the Madison Night Market give the people of Madison a place to gather and share our love for our city. I chose to represent State Street in my poster design for the Madison Night Market because it is not only the place where the market is held but also a place that helps foster community and a feeling of belonging among its residents.”

You can check out the vendor map and all other event details here .

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