September 5: 2pm-9pm September 6: 11am-7pm
Capitol Square, Madison, WI
VENDOR SCAM ALERT:
We have been notified that scammers are contacting businesses claiming they have vendor booths available for Taste of Madison.
This information is false. Taste of Madison 2026 is sold out, and we are not accepting additional vendor applications.
Please do not send money or personal information to anyone claiming they can secure a booth for the event. All official vendor communications come directly from Madison Festivals, Inc.
If you are unsure whether a message is legitimate, please contact Bonnie@madisonfestivals.com directly before responding or making any payment.
Taste of Madison, presented by COUNTRY Financial, takes over Capitol Square with 90+ worldly food vendors, tons of beverage options, and live music all day. It’s the city’s biggest picnic, and you’re invited! If you love good food, good music, and good Madison energy, you’re going to love it!
Taste of Madison is completely FREE to attend. No tickets, no entry fee, no catch - just show up hungry and get ready to Rock Out with your Fork Out!
The event is produced by Madison Festivals, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. More than 30 local volunteer groups help make it happen each year, and because of that community support, Madison Festivals donates over $90,000 annually back to local nonprofits and charitable organizations. When you enjoy the Taste, you’re helping Madison thrive.