(New to town)
Welcome to Madison.
Looking for a
Christian community?
Looking as a student
Beyond Sundays, our College Community meets Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. Meet other students, make lasting friends, and grow together.
Looking for my family
Your whole family is welcome. On Sundays, kids have a space to play and learn Bible stories in a fun, safe environment.
Looking as a professional
Moved here for Epic, UW–Madison, or somewhere else? We love helping people find a place to connect and feel at home.
(Explore Madison)
Get out and enjoy it.
As you settle in, take some time to explore the city and all the good it has to offer. A few of our favorite spots:
Things to do
The Union Terrace
Lake Mendota, food and drinks, and the sunburst chairs.
Vilas Zoo
A free zoo, perfect for a walk alone or with friends.
The Arboretum
Trails through prairie and restored woods, a short drive from downtown.
Brittingham Park
Volleyball, biking, or just hanging out.
James Madison Park
Basketball courts, green space, and sunsets over Lake Mendota.
State Street
Shops and restaurants the whole way up. There's always something happening.
Dane County Farmers' Market
Saturday mornings on the Capitol Square, the country's largest producer-only market.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Free gardens and the Thai Pavilion on the east side.
Food & coffee
Ian's Pizza
Perfect for late-night cravings.
Estación Inka
Delicious Peruvian cuisine.
Wonderstate Coffee
Coffee with capitol views.
Just Veggies
Vegan-friendly options.
Forage Kitchen
Build-your-own salads and grain bowls.
FreshFin Poké
Fast, fresh poké bowls.
Paul's Pel'meni
Russian dumplings, a State Street late-night favorite.
The Old Fashioned
Wisconsin supper-club classics and cheese curds on the Square.
Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream
Madison-made ice cream, a local institution.
Lakeside St. Coffee House
A cozy space a short bike ride from downtown.
Grace Coffee
Locations all over Madison, with food and coffee.
Study spots
- The Living Room↗
Bi-weekly open study hours and private reservations.
Upper House UW
Open study hours through the week and great city views.
Union South & Memorial Union
Plenty of seating and food options.
College Library (Helen C. White)
UW's undergrad library, open late with quiet floors.
Madison Central Library
The downtown public library, bright and open to everyone.
Fair Trade Coffee House
A State Street cafe, open late and student-friendly.
Barriques
Local coffee with several cafes and reliable wifi.
Bradbury's Coffee
Cozy downtown spot for crepes and a quiet work session.