We know how to throw a party! We’ve been doing this since 1809….there is ALWAYS something to do when you come to Madison. There are home tours, music events, garden tours, holiday events, parades, arts/crafts shows, 5Ks, car shows, food & wine tastings, and beer on tap – just to name a few.
Our largest events include Madison River Jam (formerly RiverRoots), Madison Regatta, Madison Ribberfest BBQ & Blues, Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art, Soup, Stew, Chili & Brew Festival, Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes, and Wonderland in the Park.

March 2021
Girl’s Weekend!
Gather your closest girlfriends for a fun filled weekend in beautiful downtown Madison! We are excited to see you and can't wait for you to join us for a safe & fun filled weekend. Purchase your REDUCED ticket today at https://www.madisonmainstreet.com/event.../girls-weekend-1 . In order to keep our girlfriends healthy & safe for Girl's Weekend, we will not organize large gatherings for this event. This means we will not be hosting a fashion show or organized brunch. BUT, we will have more…
Find out more »September 2021
50th Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS in 2021! - September 25 & 26, 2021 Enjoy Southern Indiana's premier outdoor juried fine arts & crafts show featuring artists & craftsmen from across the nation. Riverfront food fest, entertainment, and children's activity tent. Historic neighborhood between Broadway & Vine Streets and along Ohio Riverfront. Saturday and Sunday 10-5 p.m. Free admission. 800-559-2956/812-265-2956. Annual Event www.madisonchautauqua.com
Find out more »November 2021
Nights before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes
Fridays 5-9pm and Saturdays 3-9pm. Celebrate the Christmas season while touring public sites and historic private homes. Adult tickets $20, children (5-12) $5. Sponsored by the Visit Madison, 800/559-2956 or 812/265-2956. Pre-sale tickets $15 for adults (this price ends 2 weeks before the first night of the tour). For groups of 20 or more call 812-265-2956 or 800-559-2956 for discount pricing. Online and phone orders are subject to a $1 handling fee per ticket
Find out more »Nights before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes
Fridays 5-9pm and Saturdays 3-9pm. Celebrate the Christmas season while touring public sites and historic private homes. Adult tickets $20, children (5-12) $5. Sponsored by the Visit Madison, 800/559-2956 or 812/265-2956. Pre-sale tickets $15 for adults (this price ends 2 weeks before the first night of the tour). For groups of 20 or more call 812-265-2956 or 800-559-2956 for discount pricing. Online and phone orders are subject to a $1 handling fee per ticket
Find out more »If you have an Event or Festival that is not listed here, or if you see a date that is incorrect, contact us.
Dates & Times subject to change. Please call ahead.