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

Concerts, Musicals, Other Performances

• Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27 at Overture Center

Festivals, Expos, Community Events

• Wisconsin Fishing Expo: Friday, Feb. 27 through Sunday, March 1 at Alliant Energy Center
• Fringe Festival: Saturday, Feb. 28 and Sunday, March 1 at Overture Center

Parties, Galas, Food-Related Events

• Chili Cook-Off: 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 at East Side Club
• Bockfest: 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 at Capital Brewery
• Butterfly Ball: 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 at Monona Terrace

Sports, Races

• WIAA State Individual Wrestling Tournament: Thursday, Feb. 26 through Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Kohl Center
• Madison Capitols vs. Chicago: 7:05 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27 at LEGACY20 Arena

Tags: downtown, east side, Middleton, south side

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