Madison Area Sports Commission

09/07/2026

🏊‍♀🚴🏃 IRONMAN 70.3 Wisconsin and IRONMAN Wisconsin are almost here!

Whether you're racing, cheering from the sidelines or celebrating a finish-line moment, make the most of your time in Madison with 📍Madison Like a Local📍.

This free mobile-friendly itinerary helps you discover downtown Madison's best local restaurants, coffee shops, bars, shopping and cultural attractions—all within walking distance of downtown hotels, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center and IRONMAN Village.

Crossing the finish line deserves a great celebration, and recovery day deserves a memorable meal. Let Madison Like a Local help you find both.

🔗 to sign up: https://lnkd.pulse.ly/70ewepohw7

09/04/2026

Ready. Set. FUN RUN! 📣

Join our IRONKIDS Fun Run around the Capitol Square on Saturday, September 12, and soak up the atmosphere of IRONMAN weekend! Open to kids ages 1–17, this race offers distances for every level, from the adorable Toddler Trot to half- and full-mile races.

Your $25 registration includes:
👕 IRONKIDS t-shirt
🏃🏽‍♂️‍➡️ Race bib
🏅 Medal
✨ Goodie bag

🔗 to sign up: https://visitmadison.pulse.ly/x7hhe27bpv

08/27/2026

IRONMAN Wisconsin returns to Madison September 12-13 and incoming athletes need YOUR support to stay fueled and stay strong. 💪🏾 Be a part of an unforgettable weekend by volunteering at key stations, including Course Pointers, Aid Stations and Change Tents. Sign up today to secure your spot and get in on all the action.

If you have a group or organization interested in volunteering, please contact [email protected] for more information. Grant funding may be available for groups.

🔗 to view time slots and sign up: https://ironman.pulse.ly/wdklp9dlvt

08/24/2026

Wednesday night = pizza night! 🍕

Order from Ian's at Garver Feed Mill this Wednesday and mention that you're supporting the Wisconsin Wombats. The Wombats will donate a portion of the proceeds to our MASC Youth Grant! Thank you all for supporting the Madison sports community. 💙

🍕Carbs LOADING… 🍕

THIS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26th from 4-9PM, call, order online, or stop in to Ian’s Pizza at Garver Feed Mill and mention you’re supporting the Wisconsin Wombats with your order. A portion of proceeds from the evening will go toward our total fundraising efforts for our 2026 Beneficiary, Madison Area Sports Commission - Youth Grants!

If you’re stopping by in person, come say hi! We will be staffing a table to answer all of your burning footy questions, chat all things Wombats, and share our pizza recommendations! We hope to see you there!

Thanks for your support!
… and as always,
BACK THE BURROW!

08/21/2026

The Madison Area Sports Commission proudly hosts the IRONKIDS Fun Run where even the smallest sneakers can join in on the action! 🏅👟

Taking place around Madison’s Capitol Square on Saturday, September 12, IRONKIDS events include the Toddler Trot (ages 1-3), Half Mile (3+) and Full Mile (5+). Once they cross the finish line, your kiddos will be met with a shiny medal and all the excitement that comes with being an IRONMAN weekend finisher.

Special thanks to Edgewood University for helping with this event!

🔗 to sign up: https://visitmadison.pulse.ly/ieagybwrvv

08/18/2026

Here’s something to celebrate: The Madison Area Sports Commission just awarded $13,145 in youth grants to eight organizations making a real difference for Dane County youth. 🌞

In the coming weeks, we’ll spotlight several of these winners and share powerful examples of how expanded access to sports can shape confidence, connection and opportunity for young athletes across our community.

Join us in congratulating our latest round of award recipients! 👏

🔗 to learn more about the MASC Youth Grant: https://visitmadison.pulse.ly/6p5pv9d4mu

08/08/2026

Fast breaks. Fierce hits. Lightning‑quick 7‑on‑7 play. 💨 It’s all happening this weekend at the Madison Rugby Complex.

Madison is gearing up for a weekend of pure sevens energy as we welcome athletes, fans and families for the 2026 USA Club Rugby 7s National Championship, hosted by Madison United Rugby & Wisconsin Rugby Sports Complex

Want to attend in person?
🎟 Tickets available at the gate
💵 $10 weekend pass available for Saturday and Sunday. Cash or Venmo accepted.

🔗 to tournament info: https://visitmadison.pulse.ly/hkkvsvl0em

08/06/2026

IRONMAN Wisconsin weekend returns on September 12 and Madison is ready to cheer athletes on with the help of incredible volunteers like YOU! 🫵

From handing out water and supporting bike transitions to offering course guidance near and far, volunteers are truly the heartbeat of this race. 💓

IRONMAN athletes have ranked our course the #2 Most Recommended Race in North America. Come be a part of what makes it special.

If you have a group or organization interested in volunteering, please contact [email protected] for more information. Grant funding may be available for groups.

🔗 to sign up for a volunteer slot: https://ironman.pulse.ly/istqthrn2x

08/05/2026

This summer, we welcomed NYC-based travel writer Ivan Quintanilla to Madison to meet the leaders and athletes shaping our LGBTQ+ sports community.

Whether it’s softball, rugby, volleyball, hockey or bowling, these groups offer connection and a powerful sense of belonging for Madison’s q***r athletes. 🌈

🔗 to Ivan’s guest blog on the associations and people integral to Madison’s inclusive sports scene: https://visitmadison.pulse.ly/d20vuszmg2

07/20/2026

Calling all Badgers and Madison fans! We need you. 📢

University of Wisconsin-Madison is in the running for the USA TODAY Sports Readers' Choice Awards for Best College Sports Town. 🦡

You can vote once a day, EVERY day through August 17, so make it part of your daily routine and help us bring this title home!

🗳 Cast your votes here: https://www.usatoday.com/sports/readers-choice-awards/madison-wisconsin/