Concerts on the square is one of those things that makes Madison, "Madison."
Do you like picnics? I do. With wine? Yep. The Wisconsin Symphony? Yes, please.
This is the superbowl of picnicking. Better bring your game. People go all out to execute the perfect picnic. BYOP--3 course minimum. Cheese and meat plates for appetizers, some awesome main dish out of one of those summer cooking magazines, and a fruit cobbler for dessert. This is my routine (with help of the girlfriend). ((lots of help from the girlfriend)).
They're held on Wednesdays. You're allowed to show up as early as 3pm to put down your blanket to claim a spot. Most people will return around 6pm to start munching and wine sipping. The orchestra starts at 7pm and lasts till about 8:30.
Such an awesome way to enjoy the summer. I think they have only 5 concerts per summer... don't miss it!