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Top 5 Things to Do in Madison This Week: April 28, 2025

Half-pint, star wars, trout, and more

By Aaron Seligman, MacaroniKID Madison publisher April 28, 2025

Every week, Macaroni KID Madison highlights free/low-cost ideas to do with kids in the Madison area in addition to the events and family-friendly ideas in our newsletter. This week our sponsors

  1. Half-Pint Resale. In Stoughton on Saturday (with pre-sale Friday, and half-price day Sunday) score tons of great clothes, gear, and toys at huge discounts - all while supporting other local parents. Plus they've got tons of great raffles and other prizes!
  2. Party for the Planet. At the Zoo Saturday, climb trees, learn about local plants, hear a storytime, and of course enjoy the zoo!
  3. Free Comic Book Day. All day Saturday in Madison, Monona, and Verona - stop in for a free book and activities at various libraries.
  4. Star Wars! May the 4th...be with you as you celebrate making an LED light saber Thursday in Fitchburg, Star Wars at Miggy's Bakes Saturday, in McFarland Sunday
  5. Trout DaysIn Cross Plains Thursday-Saturday, open trout season with a rubber duck race, educational activities and tons of hands-on fun.

What did we miss? You can add events to our calendar (it's free!) and contact us about promoting your event or organization.