Events
Upcoming Events
Early Signs of Spring
Arboretum Garden Tour
April 25th, 1:00pm–3:00pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
As trees begin to leaf out, Dutchman’s breeches, twinleaf and rue-anemones might be blooming in the woodland gardens, and prairie-smoke in the prairie gardens. Susan Carpenter, garden curator, will lead this tour of the Native Plant Garden. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Scenic Stroll
Arboretum
April 26th, 1:00pm–2:00pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Fulbright US Student Program information session
2027-2028 Fulbright US Student Program competition opens March 31, 2025
April 28th, 2:00pm–3:15pm
Fulbright-led information session for UW-Madison undergrad and graduate students, staff, and alumni interested in learning about the opportunities abroad available through the Fulbright US Student Program (FUSP) followed by a breakout session to learn about campus resources, application process, and more! The FUSP 2027-2028 competition opens March 31, 2026; applicants must be US citizens. Full details at http://fulbright.wisc.edu/fusp/ - advance registration required (event URL below).
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Arboretum Noe Woods and West Curtis Prairie
May 2nd, 9:00am–12:00pm
Meet at Curtis parking lot (on McCaffrey Dr. west of Arboretum Visitor Center)
Volunteer for habitat restoration activities in prairies, savannas, and woodlands. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet at Curtis parking lot, on McCaffrey Dr. west of the Visitor Center. (No restroom facilities at site.) Event capacity is limited, please arrive by 9 a.m. More information: (608) 265-5214 or mkloppenburg@wisc.edu.
Lilacs
Arboretum Garden Tour
May 2nd, 1:00pm–3:00pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
Established in 1935, the Longenecker Horticultural Gardens’ lilac collection is the third largest in the country. Join David Stevens, garden curator, to explore lilac history, lore, culture, and color. Due to the popularity of this tour, free registration through Eventbrite is required by April 28: uw-madison-arboretum.eventbrite.com. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Full Moon Night Walk
Arboretum
May 2nd, 7:30pm–9:00pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
Let your eyes adjust to the moonlight, listen to the night sounds, and experience the darkness on this naturalist-led walk (full moon May 1). Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, register through Eventbrite by April 28: uw-madison-arboretum.eventbrite.com. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Nature Hike
Arboretum
May 3rd, 1:00pm–2:30pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Family Nature Walk
Arboretum
May 3rd, 1:30pm–2:30pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
This walk is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Monarch Larva Monitoring Project
Virtual Citizen Science Training
May 7th, 10:00am–3:00pm
Monarch Joint Venture will lead a virtual one-day training about collecting monarch data. Learn about monarch biology, monitoring procedures, and data entry protocols. Monarch biologists will be available for questions. Newcomers and active participants in monarch citizen science projects are welcome. The training includes a one-hour break. Fee: $50. Advance registration required: go.wisc.edu/992g89.
Genomics Seminar Series: Anna Selmecki, University of Minnesota
The Candida albicans Pangenome: Insights into Evolution and Pathogenicity
May 7th, 1:30pm–2:30pm
UW Biotechnology Center Auditorium, Genetics-Biotechnology Center Building