# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Monona Community Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 03 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 11:59 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Get ready for the largest, longest-running, fun for everyone, Independence Day festival in Dane County!

Celebrate with two unforgettable days of high energy live music from 5 stellar bands, flavor packed foods, lively team trivia, fabulous drag bingo, the crowd-favorite wife/partner carry championship, a multitude of family-friendly activities including a carnival, face painting, climbing wall, bungee trampolines, children’s musician, engaging magic show and an exciting children’s parade!

New This Year: A 2-Day Art Fair!
Explore incredible works from talented artists, discover one-of-a-kind treasures, and celebrate creativity like never before.

Live Music Lineup

July 3
Charm School Rejects | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Foo Foo Dolls | 8:30 PM – Midnight

July 4
Funkee JBeez | 2:00 PM – 4:15 PM
The Whiskey Fund | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Granny Shot | 8:00 PM – Midnight

Fireworks

When the clock strikes 9:20 our spectacular, sky-illuminating fireworks display will dazzle, boom, and light up the night in a breathtaking celebration! This year’s show will be one you will not forget!

Invite your neighbors and lay out your blankets for this much anticipated annual tradition where the community comes together in Winnequah Park to enjoy a dazzling display of fireworks.  This year’s display will be one like never seen before at Monona Community Festival!

Enjoy All Our Festival Fun!
- 4th of July Firework Display at Dusk
- Carnival Rides, Games and Food
- Live Music & Beer Garden
- Children’s’ Parade (Water Fights)
- 13 Food Vendors featuring local favorites
- Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos
- Children’s Musician
- Children’s Magic Show
- Wife/Partner Carrying Championship
- Team Trivia
- Drag Queen Bingo
- Hole In One ($5000 prize)


Food Vendors

To apply to be a Food Vendor please fill out the application here: http://mononafestival.com/food-vendors/ 

Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2026, for a mid-April decision and then on a rolling basis for any remaining available spots. 

New This Year- 2-Day Art & Craft Fair- Friday, July 3rd - Saturday, July 4th

To apply to be a Art Fair Vendor please fill out the application here: https://www.mononafestival.com/art-craft-fair/ 

Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2026, for a mid-April decision and then on a rolling basis for any remaining available spots.


** Please note: We are aware of the scam messages and posts circulating about vendor opportunities. The only way to apply to be a vendor is through the application on our website linked above. We do not accept applications or payments through social media messages or third-party links. 

The Monona Community Festival is made possible by the generous support of our presenting sponsors, Lake Ridge Bank and Mark & Laurie Rundle. We’re tremendously grateful for their commitment to our bringing community together event.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/monona-community-festival/200030087819746
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, festivals, fireworks, sports, live-music, fine-arts, magic-show, kids, fourth-of-july, bingo, trips-adventures, carnivals, parades, drawing-painting
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 704

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Madison
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1055 Nichols Rd, Monona, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53716
- **lat**: 43.06422
- **long**: -89.34176
- **full address**: 1055 Nichols Rd, Monona, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53716, 1053 Nichols Rd, Monona, WI 53716-2530, United States, Madison

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Monona Community Festival being held?
  - **A:** Monona Community Festival takes place on Fri, 03 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 11:59 pm at 1055 Nichols Rd, Monona, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53716, 1053 Nichols Rd, Monona, WI 53716-2530, United States, Madison.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Monona Community Festival?
  - **A:** Monona Community Festival is organized by Monona Community Festival.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Monona Community Festival's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Monona Community Festival a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Monona Community Festival has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Monona Community Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Madison, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 700+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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