A New, Limited-Time Pop-Up Experience at the Terrace
A new, limited-time experience is popping up this summer: the Terrace Pop-Up. Open Wednesday-Saturday from July 20 to Aug. 5, 4:30-10 p.m., the Terrace Pop-Up is a rare opportunity to secure your seats at the Shannon Sunset Lounge deck at our iconic outdoor dining and entertainment space, called the Memorial Union Terrace; we usually only offer Terrace seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Please do not make reservations for...
Weathering the Weather: Experiences for a Lifetime Rain or Shine
Puddles of rain water dot the Memorial Union Terrace chairs and tables following a passing summer thunderstorm at University of Wisconsin-Madison at sunset on June 28, 2017. (Photo by Jeff Miller / UW-Madison) You planned a weekend of relaxation and exploration around the outdoor activities offered at the Wisconsin Union’s Memorial Union Terrace but learned of inclement weather making its way into town. You hoped to be able to lounge...
Terrace Season, Six Ways
There’s never been a more wonderful time to visit the Terrace than this upcoming season. Whether you’re looking for a place to relax and eat, explore the outdoors, or stretch your creativity, the Terrace is back and better than ever, with even more offerings so you can celebrate summer all day long. Follow inspiration with a free or low-cost Terrace art project Creativity can take you anywhere at the Terrace Art Zone. Photo by...
Plan Your Bachelorette Party
Warm weather plus smiling faces and vibrant sunburst chairs can only equal one thing: the best time of the year at the Wisconsin Union, otherwise known as Terrace season. It’s not a coincidence that Terrace season happens to coincide with wedding season, since late spring to early fall is one of the most beautiful times to celebrate love with your friends and family. Why not kick off your wedding festivities by hosting a bachelorette...
Five Ways to Take Advantage of the Terrace This Summer
Time flies when you’re having fun, and we’ve certainly been having a blast at the Wisconsin Union since the colorful sunburst Terrace chairs went into their annual hibernation in October 2022. We’ve snapped photos with Lady Liberty during Winter Carnival, harnessed our creativity at Wheelhouse Studios, watched jaw-dropping Wisconsin Union Theater performances and more, and suddenly it’s Terrace season again! The Terrace chairs made...
Back and Better than Ever: Welcome to the University Club
A new era for the University Club is beginning. The historic icon, located at 803 State St. closed in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Wisconsin Union is reopening the historic operation, now called Union Commons at the University Club, with new dining options and indoor and seasonal outdoor seating. The University Club formed in 1907 as a private membership organization that served University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty and...