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Badger Family Spring Visit

Badger Family Spring Visit

Badger Family Spring Visit is back! Registration is now open for another activity-filled, family-oriented April. Free or low-cost, family-friendly events are featured throughout the month. Choose a weekend in April that works for you, and take advantage of these entertainment options while enjoying the beauty of springtime in Madison. Here’s a sample of the many events taking place:

Wisconsin Film Festival (April 1–3): View more than 150 films, showcased in 10 downtown Madison theaters.

The Peking Acrobats at the Overture Center (April 2): Experience the spellbinding performance of this elite group.

Science Expeditions (April 2): Participate in hands-on explorations of science and technology.

“Redefined” performance (April 9): Listen to the dynamic sound of a UW co-ed, a cappella performance group.

Undergraduate Symposium (April 12): View the displays and presentations that showcase creativity, achievement, research, and service learning by more than 400 students.

Humorology (April 14–16): Enjoy this musical comedy, presented each year by UW’s sororities and fraternities.

UW Band Concert (April 14–16): Delight in the extravagant performances of a top collegiate band.

Study Abroad Open House (April 16): Visit the Study Abroad Resource Center to talk with peer advisors and professional staff about study abroad.

Dane County Farmers’ Market (April 23 and 30): Shop at the largest producer-only farmers’ market in the country.

The Badger Football Annual Spring Game (April 23): Support the team, Jump Around, and take part in the fifth quarter.

Crazylegs (April 30) Attracting fans of all ages, this run/walk event raises money for Badger Athletics.

Henry Vilas Zoo: Visit many exotic animals at this free, public zoo.

Just by registering, you’ll receive a complimentary welcome bag filled with Wisconsin giveaway items; coupons for parking, and area shopping and dining; and much more.

Don’t miss out on these events and attractions, as well as the opportunity to connect with your student. View the complete list of weekend events and reserve your welcome bag by registering at: www.parent.wisc.edu/visit.

Discounted hotel reservations can be made by visiting www.parent.wisc.edu/visit; click on “hotel reservations.”

For more information about this event, call 1-877-262-3977 or e-mail your questions to parent@uwmad.wisc.edu.

See you in April!

University of Wisconsin-Madison mascot Bucky Badger.
Photo by: Bryce Richter