Flock To State

Madison's Central Business Improvement District is proud to be partnering with Don's Home Furniture to present programming and events to activate the 400 to 600 blocks of State Street in September and October of 2025. Flock to State—take a selfie with a flamingo statue, stop by for an impromptu art project, or cool your heels in Peace Park with some laid-back lawn games. See you downtown!

2025 #FlockToState Sponsor

Puzzles in the Park

Lisa Link Peace Park (452 State Street)
Tuesdays, 11am-5pm
Stop by Peace Park to play a variety of lawn games, including cornhole, checkers, and tic-tac-toe.

  • September 9
  • September 16
  • September 23
  • September 30
  • October 7
  • October 14
  • October 21
  • October 28

Art in the Plaza

North Francis Plaza (600 State Street)
Sundays, 1-3pm
Drop-in outdoor art classes hosted by local Madison Artists

  • September 14 - In this free session, you'll print on paper or textiles using a selection of local artist Smere Tactics' hand carved woodcut blocks or bring your own clothing that needs more pizzazz.
  • September 21 - In this free session, you'll print on paper or textiles using a selection of local artist Smere Tactics' hand carved woodcut blocks or bring your own clothing that needs more pizzazz.
  • September 28 - NO EVENT
  • October 5 - TBD
  • October 12 - Join artist Kim Witte of @witteartistry for free interactive face painting lessons (all materials provided)! She will be teaching you quick and easy techniques to create festive fall designs for Halloween.
  • October 19 - Join artist Kim Witte of @witteartistry for free interactive face painting lessons (all materials provided)! She will be teaching you quick and easy techniques to create festive fall designs for Halloween.
  • October 26 - TBD

Humans of Downtown Madison (interviews)

North Francis Plaza (600 State Street)
Select Thursdays, 5-6pm
Inspired by the popular Humans of New York social media account, we'll be interviewing dontown visitors to find out what's on their minds. Want to tell us your story? Swing by and say “hi.” Interviews will be published to the Downtown Madison Instagram and Facebook accounts later in 2025.

  • September 18 (during the Madison Night Market)
  • October 2
  • October 16 (during the Madison Night Market)

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