Ryan & ChadRyan & Chad

Things To DoThings To Do

The Wedding Website of Ryan Bernsten and Chad Staatz

Madison was captured perfectly in a recent NYTimes feature: "Once a sleepy (albeit hard-partying) college town, only truly busy on a handful of football Saturdays in the fall, Wisconsin’s capital has undergone a population boom, transforming it into a full-fledged city. Its progressive politics, farmers’ markets, and love for beer and cheese (in heavy doses) are still going strong, but now Madison offers an impressive lineup of restaurants, bars and performance venues attracting major acts. It is also a rare U.S. city built on an isthmus — a land bridge between two bodies of water — with lakes to the north and south. The gleaming white Capitol building rising between the blue waves makes Madison a uniquely picturesque place. Embrace the aquatic vibe with activities like kayaking, lakeside cycling or just tipping back an ale on the shore."

Dane County Farmers' MarketDane County Farmers' Market

2 East Main Street, Madison, WI 53703

Saturday mornings on the Capitol Square, overflowing with produce, flowers, pastries, and the best cheese curds you’ll ever touch. It’s massive, lively, and extremely Madison. Arrive hungry.

Henry Vilas ZooHenry Vilas Zoo

702 South Randall Avenue, Madison, WI 53715

A completely free, community-run zoo that feels charming instead of corporate. Great for families, great for grown-ups, and small enough to enjoy without making it a full-day commitment. Penguins, tigers, red pandas, oh my!

Memorial UnionMemorial Union

800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53706

A lakeside Madison classic. Grab ice cream or a beer at the Terrace, sit in those iconic mismatched chairs, and watch the sailboats drift by.

REDRED

316 West Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53703

Barney Bernsten's favorite sushi. Sleek, modern Japanese cuisine in the heart of downtown. Expect excellent sushi, inventive rolls, and a vibe that leans celebratory without being stuffy.

FairchildFairchild

2611 Monroe Street, Madison, WI 53711

A cozy James Beard-nominated neighborhood spot on Monroe Street known for its thoughtful seasonal menu and warm service. Farm-to-table without the pretension. They have a really good root beer old fashioned.

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