Here’s a curated list of some of the major Madison, WI events happening this weekend.

Concerts, Musicals, Other Performances

• The Nutcracker: Friday, Dec. 12 through Sunday, Dec. 14 at Overture Center
• A Christmas Carol: Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14 at the Overture Center

Festivals, Expos, Community Events

• Holiday Fantasy in Lights: Saturday, Nov. 15 through Wednesday, Dec. 31 at Olin Park

Parties, Galas, Food-Related Events

• Zoo Lights: Friday, Dec. 12 through Sunday, Dec. 14 at Vilas Zoo
• Elvehjem Holiday in the Park: 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 at Elvehjem Park

Sports, Races

• Madison Capitols vs. Waterloo: 7:05 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12 at LEGACY20 Arena
• Santa Cycle Rampage: 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 at Breese Stevens Field
• Run Santa Run: 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 on Capitol Square
• Madison Roller Derby: 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 at Alliant Energy Center

 

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Tags: downtown, far west, Middleton, near east, near west, south side

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