Here’s a rundown of some of the major events happening this weekend in the Madison, Wis., area:
Concerts, Musicals, Other Performances
- Dane Dances: 5:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17 at the Monona Terrace Rooftop
- Live on King Street: 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17 on King Street
Expos, Festivals, Conventions
- Forward Festival: Thursday, Aug. 16 through Thursday, Aug. 26 at various locations.
- Sweet Corn Festival: Thursday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 19 at Angell Park
- ExpectoCon: Friday, Aug. 17 through Sunday, Aug. 19
- Pride Parade: 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19 from State Street to Capitol
Parties, Galas, Food-Related Events
- Black Restaurant Week: Sunday, Aug. 12 through Sunday, Aug. 19 at various restaurants
Sports, Races
- Madison Mini Marathon: 7 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 throughout Downtown
- Major League Quidditch Championship: Saturday, Aug. 18 through Sunday, Aug. 19 at Firefighters Memorial Park in Middleton
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