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Picnic in the Park 2026, presented by Event Essentials
Join us for the 8th annual Picnic in the Park fundraiser! Celebrating Warner Park's recent expansion, this event will transport you back to the radical age of big hair, gym proms, and footloose moves.


A Clear Path to the Water: Accessible Beach Pathways Now Open at Three Madison Beaches
hanks to the generosity of our donors, Madison Parks Foundation has funded accessible beach pathways at three of Madison's most beloved beaches: Tenney Beach, Warner Park Beach, and Esther Beach.


A New Kitchen for a Growing Community: WPCRC's Renovation is Complete
For the northside community, the kitchen at Warner Park Community Recreation Center (WPCRC) has always been more than a place to prepare food — it's where cooking classes happen, where senior meals are served, and where meals for the K.N.O.W. (Kids Need Opportunities at Warner) program come together every week. But that kitchen hadn't been touched since the building was originally constructed in 1999. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, that's changed. Madison Parks Found


Odana Hills Golf Park: An Asset to the City Forever
Big things are coming to Odana Hills Golf Course—soon to be known as the Odana Hills Golf Park—and we couldn’t be more excited. This beloved west side course is poised for a transformational, multi-million-dollar makeover that will elevate the entire park experience for the Madison community. The 18-hole course—first opened in 1955 and one of the busiest in the state—will be redesigned with the help of world-renowned golf course developer Michael Keiser. The redesign and con


Connecting To and Through Our Parks
Madison man enjoys kayaking lessons with the Learning Series at Brittingham Park. Partnership is at the heart of what makes Madison’s parks such vibrant spaces for our community. The Madison Parks Foundation is proud to collaborate with the dedicated team at Madison Parks to expand opportunities for learning, exploration, and connection in the outdoors through the Learning Series . An excited fisherman sports his catch of the day as part of the Learning Series. In 2025, this


Groovy Vibes and Community Pride: A Look Back at Picnic in the Park 2025
They're neighborhood kids, northside families, and a community investment in Madison's future.
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