Madison is a wonderful place to enjoy the holidays. You can make a night of enjoying performances and cocktails downtown or try spending a day exploring a nearby community with fun family festivals. 

Our real estate agents share their recommendations below on some of the best ways to embrace the season. Check out these fun Madison-area events. 

• 25th Annual Fair Trade Holiday Festival: Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - 1 John Nolen Dr., Madison, WI 53703
  On December 4th, head over to the Fair Trade Holiday Festival where you'll find over 40 vendors selling all kinds of ethically sourced international products. Explore everything from holiday decor, clothing, jewelry, and accessories to chocolates, coffees, children's items, and more. This is one of the best places for you to find unique holiday gifts that you can't get at the mall or from big box stores. Even better, you'll be sure you're giving gifts you can feel good about! 

• A Christmas Carol: Overture Center Capitol Theater - 201 State St., Madison, WI 53703
  Celebrate the holidays with the Children's Theater of Madison's presentation of Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol. This is an annual holiday tradition you won't want to miss! Shows are scheduled for December 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 22nd, and 23rd. 

• A Madison Symphony Christmas: Overture Center for the Arts - 201 State St., Madison, WI 53703
  On December 3rd through the 5th, you'll have the chance to take in the beautiful sounds of the Madison Symphony. The show will feature the orchestra, three choruses, and some amazing opera stars. Be sure to arrive early because 50 minutes before each concert you'll also be able to participate in a Christmas carol sing-a-long with the Madison Symphony Chorus. This is a holiday experience unique to Madison. 

• Run Santa Run 5k: 20 W. Mifflin St., Madison, WI 53703
  Want to enjoy a healthy holiday activity? Sign up for the Run Santa Run 5k on December 5th. You'll get to decide whether you want to run or walk as an elf, polar bear, or Santa, dress up, and have some fun soaking in all the holiday fun! After you finish your run or walk, you can also stick around for a fun post-race party. 

• Eastside Winter Market: Garver Feed Mill - 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI 53704
  The Eastside Winter Market is a must-do holiday event. This community-focused event will feature tons of vendors selling vintage items, art, home goods, clothing, food, and more! You can spend the day shopping for all of your holiday gifts, then stay late for live music by Solid Freex, L.E.X., and DJ Hanna and DJ Tara. There will also be a pop-up print shop where you can have your photo taken and have your holiday cards printed up for you while you shop. It doesn't get easier (or more fun) than that! Stop in on December 11th to join in on the fun. 

Is a beautiful new home on your holiday wish list? The holidays might be the perfect time of year to picture yourself moving from the life you have to the life you want. If exploring Madison homes for sale is on your winter wish list contact us today so we can chat about how we can help. Happy holidays!