Memorial Union Terrace
Memorial Union Terrace
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brendaconradt
Green Bay, WI4 contributions
Aug 2020
I have visited the Memorial Union Terrace many times and always experience something new and unique! They have many food options, including the BEST ice cream on campus. In the warmer months, you can sit out by the lake on the iconic patio chairs and enjoy some great food and drinks. Many nights they have live entertainment, too.
Written 14 December 2020
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Aw, thank you so much! We still have a couple months of Terrace time left. We hope to see you soon.
Written 10 September 2021
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Diane N
Colorado Springs, CO1,399 contributions
Jun 2022
Wow, a colleague and I had heard a lot about this place while we were in town for a conference and decided to check it out. We had no idea it was actually the student union. Right on the lake, with restaurants galore, it was PACKED on a Wednesday night. Everyone was laughing, people were on the lake boating, and someone even started to sing at the stage they have available. We considered doing some paddle boarding, but the water was awful choppy. We walked around campus a bit, and headed back to the hotel. Great experience!!
Written 25 June 2022
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Interestingly, we are uniquely a community union; anyone 18 and over can become a member and enjoy all that we offer. We love the life in our campus living room and hope you stop by again soon.
Written 31 March 2023
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Nelson
Madison, WI88 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
Memorial Union Terrace is located along the lake. A beautiful view! There is stage and often free bands to listen to. Schedules are posted online about upcoming events. The famous sunflower chairs are iconic here. Everyone needs to sit in one at least once in their lifetime! Food as well as beer can be purchased here. I come down here to play cribbage with a friend some times. So much fun!
Written 15 August 2024
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Kfar Giladi, Israel2 contributions
Jul 2023
Entertaining locale, but be sure to drive here – don’t try to bicycle. Screeching, angry guards sent me and my bicycle away, but there is plenty of cheap car parking under or adjacent too both student unions.
In general, this university firmly discourages cyclists (trails are often torn up) and pedestrians (roaring boulevards slice through the campus). Strictly cars only. Drive here or stay away.
In general, this university firmly discourages cyclists (trails are often torn up) and pedestrians (roaring boulevards slice through the campus). Strictly cars only. Drive here or stay away.
Written 23 July 2023
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259 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We visited the Union and patio on the recommendation of our neighbor, a Wisconsin alum. What a great setting to grab a coffee, beer or other beverage and enjoy the view of the lake. The Union also has a couple restaurants and a small market. Parking was not a problem. Definitely worth a visit if on or near campus!
Written 27 August 2023
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Breezy-N-Wheezy
Sarasota, FL242 contributions
Aug 2021
Great spot with excellent views and a laid back feeling. Events going on pretty regularly. Nice beer selection and decent pricing too. No dogs allowed anywhere on the patio where beer is allowed.
Written 13 August 2021
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Thank you so much! We always aim to stay price-competitive and give our amazing patrons plenty of dining options.
Written 10 September 2021
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rastro724
Metro Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN5 contributions
Jun 2022
Was there hundreds of times as a student at Wisconsin and many dozens of times since. It's not even thinkable not to go to the Union Terrace for at least some period any time we're in Madison. And if it's a summer night, that goes double. You can't not have fun.
Written 26 June 2022
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Aw, thank you! Your kind words and being a special place for you mean the world to us.
Written 31 March 2023
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Lindsey M
Wisconsin111 contributions
Jul 2018 • Friends
Always enjoyable hanging out at the Terrace soaking up the sun, listening to the boats and waves, and enjoying great company! I recommend this to everyone that comes to Madison!
Written 29 July 2018
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The Terrace truly is sunny days and happiness. We hope you visit us again soon, Lindsey!
Written 15 August 2018
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holeinone44
Madison, WI169 contributions
Jul 2019
This iconic place is so wonderful in the summe r- the chair are legendary and the view is a million dollar!
Written 25 February 2020
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The opportunity to help people make memories, learn, relax and have fun is priceless to us. We could not be more grateful. Thank you for the review.
Written 10 September 2021
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Deborah Y
Chicago, IL53 contributions
Jul 2019
Love always coming here when visiting the college student, and any other time we are in Madison in the summer. I love that they have champagne! The food offerings and entertainment are great, it gets very busy. The view and ambiance are so fun!
Written 23 January 2020
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Thank you so much!
Written 10 September 2021
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I don't know but do not remember seeing any animals.
Written 31 July 2022
My family will be in Madison, Wisconsin for a hockey tournament during MLK weekend. This will be our first time visiting Wisconsin. What are some fun places, restaurants, breweries and just touristy things to do? Thanks! Paula
Written 8 January 2019
The Memirusk Union on Lake Mendota is a must, as is the Badger Ice Cream Factory
Written 20 January 2019
I'm seeing on the website that you have to have a Union membership to buy drinks. Is this true? I just haven't seen it mentioned anywhere else and it seems like that would be a pretty significant limiting factor.
Written 7 July 2016
Hi, Sarah,
You are allowed three guest passes within a 12-month period, with the period beginning when you receive your first guest pass.
After you receive three guest passes, a membership is required to purchase beverages at the Union's locations.
The Wisconsin Union is a self-supporting organization that relies in part on membership revenue to continue to offer the experiences everyone enjoys at our locations. We receive no tax dollars. For more information about membership, visit union.wisc.edu/membership.
Written 8 July 2016
Bikes are not allowed on the Terrace, but there is plenty of bike parking nearby. Hope to see you soon at Memorial Union!
Written 6 July 2016
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