Today at Monona Terrace
Building hours 8:00am-5:00pm
Rooftop hours Sun.-Thurs. 8:00am-10:00pm
Friday/Saturday 8:00am-midnight
(closed during inclement weather)
Lake Vista Café (weather permitting)
Monday 11am-3pm, Tuesday-Sunday 11am-7pm
(until 8pm June-August)
Upcoming Events
VIEW ALL EVENTS >MEMORIAL DAY: Monona Terrace will be closed for the holiday. The Rooftop Gardens will be open.
Yoga for Strength & Flexibility
T'ai Chi at Monona Terrace
CONFERENCES • MEETINGS • WEDDINGS • BANQUETS • and MORE
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Sustainability
In September 2015, Monona Terrace was certified as a “green building” at the Gold Level by the U.S. Green Building Council’s prestigious LEED program.
Frank Lloyd Wright
Frank Lloyd Wright originally proposed a design for a “dream civic center” in 1938—his architectural vision for the City of Madison—Monona Terrace.
Monona Terrace Video
An inspiring event starts with an inspiring location, one that opens up possibilities—both for your event and your attendees.
WRIGHT-INSPIRED GIFTS
Gift Shop
From traditional home decor to stunning new jewelry, we have over 1,500 items, so you are sure to find something special for everyone. With our extensive line of ties, scarves, stained glass window hangings, clocks, pillows, vases, throws, and coasters, we have the perfect gift for you.
THOUGHT STARTERS & TRIED-AND-TRUE TIPS
Monona Terrace Blog
MAKE IT A FAMILY AFFAIR
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Considerations for Generations
Tips for hosting meetings for 20-somethings to grandparents Every 20 years or so, a generation gets a new label and researchers detail the differences among us. But while we certainly see life through different goggles, [...]
How to choose a destination that inspires on every level.
“We’re so dialed in here. This is a place that embraces our vision and where we can make almost anything happen, logistically and creatively.” Laurie Koch Trek Bicycle An inspiring event starts [...]
Getting Started on Going Green
Checklist: Getting Started on Going Green Most event planners today want to “green” their events. But if you’re just getting underway, the commitment can seem overwhelming. Where do you begin? To get you started, we’ve [...]