Jefferson County Historical Society presents Threads of Scotland | The Life & Weaving of Thomas Cranston June 11 - October 29, 2025 | Exhibit included in the price of History & Art Center Admission - $5 per person (children 16 & under - Free with an adult) Step into the rich tapestry of Madison’s past with Threads of Scotland, an […]
Join the Ohio Theatre this spooky season as it screens "Young Frankenstein." An American grandson of the infamous scientist, struggling to prove that his grandfather was not as insane as people believe, is invited to Transylvania, where he discovers the process that reanimates a dead body. A cash bar and concessions will be available. Folding chairs will be provided, but […]
New this season: Haunted Rides on the Madison Trolley Line, a 1-hour guided tour filled with spooky tales and haunted history from our river town’s past. Earlier departures keep it kid-friendly; later rides lean a little spookier for brave souls. Grab your crew, settle in, and let the stories roll through the night.
Join us in the informal parlor to learn about spiritualism and 19th-century ghost lore! Afterward, we’ll venture over to several of the town’s more eerie locations including the Broadway Hotel, the old Vail and White Funeral Parlor, and the Madison River Front. Registration required by 7 p.m. day of program. Please note that this tour sells out quickly.
Step into the shadows and uncover the chilling secrets, haunted history, and ghostly legends that lurk in the heart of Madison, IN. From spine-tingling stories to eerie encounters, our tour is designed to thrill, entertain, and leave you wondering what’s really hiding in the dark… Perfect for history buffs, paranormal enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a unique night out. Tours […]
Enjoy Clifty Falls State Park and all that nature has to offer during November. To view this month's interpretive programs and guided hikes click here: November 2025 Programs.
EVERY SATURDAY | YEAR-ROUND | MADISON FARMERS MARKET Broadway Fountain, N. Broadway & Main Street - Indiana's oldest Farmer's Market - Est. 1809 Established in 1809, the Madison Farmers Market is the Oldest Farmers Market in the State of Indiana. Offering a producer-only market with local produce, meat, eggs, and artisan goods, and also featuring live music & prepared food […]
Deal with the Dealer at the Annual Christmas Open House! 1,000's of items available! 10am-5pm at Lumber Mill Antique Mall Get the best deal in town! Call 812-273-3040 for details. Lumber Mill Antique Mall 721 W. First Street Madison, IN 47250
New this season: Haunted Rides on the Madison Trolley Line, a 1-hour guided tour filled with spooky tales and haunted history from our river town’s past. Earlier departures keep it kid-friendly; later rides lean a little spookier for brave souls. Grab your crew, settle in, and let the stories roll through the night.
Learn how to turn a jelly roll into a beautiful quilt top in this fun, fast-paced class! Each participant will receive a jelly roll and guided instruction to create their own quilt top. Participants must bring a working sewing machine.
Unmasked is an art installation reimagining two historic exhibitions of anti-lynching art held in 1935. At the time, these displays advanced competing notions of critical, antiracist artwork. The installation combines historical artworks and ephemera with contemporary efforts to commemorate the victims of lynching in Indiana. The goal of Unmasked is to use the legacy of the 1935 exhibits to provoke […]
Join the Madison Area Arts Alliance as they celebrate the arts in Madison with the lovely plain air paintings of regional artists Roy Boswell and Beverly Bruntz! Both are award-winning artists, and this will be a show to remember for sure! Gallery @ the SPOT opening reception is Friday, Nov 21, 5-8 pm, and artists will talk about their work […]
JUST ANNOUNCED: MadHop is going to be TWO DAYS in 2025! The MadHop Music Festival represents a new philosophy in Madison, Indiana, otherwise known as Music City Indiana. There is a rapidly developing music scene in Madison with multiple venues and events throughout the year. MadHop typically starts with 7 venues and over 30 artists. You can choose your venue […]
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Birdies, Bogeys & Bourbon — a unique event blending friendly golf competition, curated bourbon cocktails, and bourbon-inspired dishes, all in support of Norton King’s Daughters’ Health EMS Transport Hub. Set in a relaxed and elegant setting, guests will enjoy: -- Cutting-edge golf simulators, cigar rolling, and top-notch fun -- A curated menu of […]
EVERY SATURDAY | YEAR-ROUND | MADISON FARMERS MARKET Broadway Fountain, N. Broadway & Main Street - Indiana's oldest Farmer's Market - Est. 1809 Established in 1809, the Madison Farmers Market is the Oldest Farmers Market in the State of Indiana. Offering a producer-only market with local produce, meat, eggs, and artisan goods, and also featuring live music & prepared food […]
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at the White Barn for the Love Betty Bridal Fashion Show on Sunday, November 9th from 2-4pm! Be the first to experience the debut of the Love Betty Collection, our very own dress line of timeless, romantic gowns designed with love and legacy in every stitch. - Stunning gowns - A breathtaking venue - […]
Na Skylark, which loosely means "the Skylark" in Irish, is a Central-Kentucky-based trio that shares the rich beauty of ancient traditional Celtic music through voice, Irish harp, Irish uilleann pipes, Irish fiddle, Irish whistles, flutes, Irish bodhran, and a little Appalachian mountain dulcimer for good measure. Wherever this little trio goes, na Skylark charms and moves audiences in a big way!
Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol Experience is an immersive walk-through production, running approximately one hour. Performed inside and out of the Shrewsbury-Windle House, audiences will move throughout the National Historic Landmark home as Dickens’ classic story comes to life around them. This program is an exciting new twist on a holiday favorite, presented by Hanover College Theatre and Historic Madison, Inc. […]
Bring your friends and family to downtown Madison and kick off the holiday season with us! Participating shops will be open late until at least 8 PM on Friday, November 14th, and Saturday, November 15th..Just like last year, when you make a purchase with a participating store and fill out our "Letter to Santa," you will be entered into our […]
Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol Experience is an immersive walk-through production, running approximately one hour. Performed inside and out of the Shrewsbury-Windle House, audiences will move throughout the National Historic Landmark home as Dickens’ classic story comes to life around them. This program is an exciting new twist on a holiday favorite, presented by Hanover College Theatre and Historic Madison, Inc. […]
EVERY SATURDAY | YEAR-ROUND | MADISON FARMERS MARKET Broadway Fountain, N. Broadway & Main Street - Indiana's oldest Farmer's Market - Est. 1809 Established in 1809, the Madison Farmers Market is the Oldest Farmers Market in the State of Indiana. Offering a producer-only market with local produce, meat, eggs, and artisan goods, and also featuring live music & prepared food […]
Join Rhonda for a hands-on mosaic workshop where you'll learn to cut, apply, and design your own stunning mosaic on a stepping stone or wall hanging. Perfect for both beginners and experienced creators, this class provides all the guidance you need to craft a unique piece of art. Safety glasses are strongly recommended. Since this is a 5-hour class, feel […]
A favorite Christmas treat, Springerle is an anise flavored, embossed cookie. The origin of this German cookie recipe dates back to the 14th century. In this 3 hour workshop you will learn the process of making Springerle cookies, taste a variety of Springerle cookies flavors (yum!), and emboss your own cookies to take home and bake. Along with the tray […]
Take this fun-filled, creative opportunity to learn a new skill! Artist Sadie Scott will be sharing some of her favorite tips and tricks for painting a watercolor landscape. Simple and approachable steps will ensure everyone gets the creative juices flowing and good times rolling! Check Madtix for more information. Snacks and good vibes provided. Donations for supplies are welcome!
Sewing is easy IF you know how to operate your machine and @jillian_songbirdsandstitches is teaming up with Little Golden Fox to help. Join us Sunday November 16th 2-4 PM You must have a machine in good working order, have bobbin, thread, & make sure you don’t forget your pedal and power cord. If you have your machine manual, please bring […]
Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac with Back 2 Mac - a high-energy tribute band performing the hits of every era, from the iconic Buckingham/Nicks years to early classics and solo favorites. Known for their lush harmonies and playful connection with the crowd, these seasoned musicians have shared stages with legends like Leon Russell and Bob Weir. Don’t miss this […]
EVERY SATURDAY | YEAR-ROUND | MADISON FARMERS MARKET Broadway Fountain, N. Broadway & Main Street - Indiana's oldest Farmer's Market - Est. 1809 Established in 1809, the Madison Farmers Market is the Oldest Farmers Market in the State of Indiana. Offering a producer-only market with local produce, meat, eggs, and artisan goods, and also featuring live music & prepared food […]
Patty Cooper Wells, Friends, and Madison Area Arts Alliance co-host a special screening of the newly restored 1929 "King of the Kongo" movie, starring Boris Karloff. This unique educational day will feature a panel discussion by film historians Eric Grayson and Sara Karloff, daughter of film legend Boris Karloff. Meet & Greet! The legendary Boris Karloff, a gorilla, a lost […]
Blues-rock guitarist and vocalist Leilani Kilgore brings her powerhouse sound to the Ohio Theatre this November, 22nd with special guest Davy Williamson kicking off the night at 7:00 PM. Based in Nashville, Kilgore has built a reputation for fiery guitar work, soulful vocals, and an unmistakable onstage presence. Her music blends the grit of rock with the heart of the […]
Learn how to turn a jelly roll into a beautiful quilt top in this fun, fast-paced class! Each participant will receive a jelly roll and guided instruction to create their own quilt top. Participants must bring a working sewing machine. November 23rd 2 pm - 4 pm $55
Holly Jolly Trolley is back! Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes tickets are on sale now, and Nights ticket holders get exclusive early-bird access to Holly Jolly Trolley wristbands. Your wristband gives you direct, drive-up access to each tour site, so you can enjoy more sparkle with less walking. Remember last year’s surprise freeze? Our trolleys are heated! Early-bird […]
Nov. 29– Dec. 24, 9am-6pm, Lanthier Winery View one of the Midwest’s largest private collections of Angels and a forest of glittering gleaming trees. Families are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. For more info call 812-273-2409.
Experience the magic of a Merry Madison this holiday season with Holly Jolly Trolley hop-on, hop-off rides! Gather your family, friends, or even your neighbors, and hop aboard the brand-new Madison Trolley Line for a festive ride through town! Whether you’re in the mood for a quick spin or an evening full of holiday cheer, we’ve got you covered. Both […]
Enjoy an old fashioned Christmas during our 43rd Annual Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes. You’ll see multiple public historic sites, private homes and a local church most of which are in Madison's National Historic Landmark District. All of the sites capture the spirit of the holidays, each in their own unique way. Back to back weekends, the 2025 […]
6pm at Historic Broadway Fountain. Bring your family, enjoy Santa and join Madison's Mayor and the community in lighting up Madison at the Historic Broadway Fountain. Start the holiday season in Merry Madison. Visit with Santa, enjoy holiday refreshments, T'was the Night Before Christmas, and caroling at Madison Public Library 5:00-5:45. . For more information contact Tanya Burnette: [email protected] . […]
Holly Jolly Trolley is back! Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes tickets are on sale now, and Nights ticket holders get exclusive early-bird access to Holly Jolly Trolley wristbands. Your wristband gives you direct, drive-up access to each tour site, so you can enjoy more sparkle with less walking. Remember last year’s surprise freeze? Our trolleys are heated! Early-bird […]
EVERY SATURDAY | YEAR-ROUND | MADISON FARMERS MARKET Broadway Fountain, N. Broadway & Main Street - Indiana's oldest Farmer's Market - Est. 1809 Established in 1809, the Madison Farmers Market is the Oldest Farmers Market in the State of Indiana. Offering a producer-only market with local produce, meat, eggs, and artisan goods, and also featuring live music & prepared food […]
Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop Madison's downtown. Holiday shopping at its best! Enjoy special deals, later hours, and free trolley rides around town to keep you warm!
The Enchanted Collective presents Enchanted Winter Experience, an interactive holiday event designed to bring the magic of Christmas to life for families and children of all ages. Guests will embark on a Reindeer Quest scavenger hunt, enjoy magical makeovers, and join Queen Elara and Isley the Frost Fairy for storytime, songs, and dance inside a beautifully decorated winter tent. Each […]
The Enchanted Collective presents Enchanted Winter Experience, an interactive holiday event designed to bring the magic of Christmas to life for families and children of all ages. Guests will embark on a Reindeer Quest scavenger hunt, enjoy magical makeovers, and join Queen Elara and Isley the Frost Fairy for storytime, songs, and dance inside a beautifully decorated winter tent. Each […]