SummerPalooza
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Madison Children's Museum 100 N. Hamilton St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
press release: Thousands of children and their families will head downtown to enjoy the sixth annual SummerPalooza on Saturday, June 9. This event, hosted and organized by Madison Children's Museum, is presented by BMO Harris Bank. SummerPalooza features free admission to the museum and a party and parade outside. Outdoor performances take place 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. -- admission to the museum is free all day, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The entire museum, from the Wildernest up to the Rooftop Ramble -- and including the Urb Garden and the Log Cabin -- will be open for play. The museum's newest exhibit, Zip, Zap, Zoom, opens the Wednesday before, so SummerPalooza offers a great opportunity for visitors to check out this stairwell full of onomatopoeia words, with a climber running up the middle.
Outside activities include music, dance, circus activities, and more.
This year sees the return of the parade around the square, which begins at noon. The last two years, there has not been a parade, due to construction.
On the Rotary Stage
10 a.m., Isthmus Jazz Fest Kids’ Stage
11 a.m., Zhong Yi Lion Dance
11:30 a.m., Black Star Drum Line, youth drumline
On Hamilton Street
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Games, strolling entertainment, and activity tables with local community organizations
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Wild Rumpus “Try-It” Circus
On Capitol Square
12-12:30 p.m., Community parade around Capitol Square, with Forward! Marching Band, the Handphibians, Black Star Drum Line, Zhong Yi Martial Arts, and more.
In the Museum
10 a.m.-4 p.m., Lego Lounge Summer Sculpture Free-Build Zone
2-2:30 p.m., Magic Show with James the Magician
SummerPalooza is presented by BMO Harris Bank, with generous support from Habush Habush & Rottier. Media sponsorship provided by Mid-West Family Broadcasting, Hulafrog, and Isthmus.
This popular, family-friendly festival was first conceived and launched in partnership with Downtown Rotary. The event celebrates the importance of play to children’s learning and development, and serves as a public affirmation of the Madison community’s commitment to children, families, and a thriving downtown.
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