Parks Alive Madison

Held in parks across Madison, Parks Alive events are a chance to visit your local park, listen to music, participate in fun, family-friendly activities, enjoy free food and get to know your neighbors. Build connections with your community and connect with green spaces across the city at events throughout the summer.

In August, the theme for Parks Alive is Arts and Culture. Artists Evan Johnson and Leilani Chun were invited for a month long residency to create temporary public art installations in 11 parks across Madison for the Parks Alive events in the month of August, 2026

Along with Library volunteers, other artists in residence, bicycle repair volunteers, vendors offering free meals for the community, local musicians and many more - Evan and Leilani asked community members, adults and children alike to collaborate on the artworks.