Public recreation and active enjoyment of the lush landscape is a favorite among Fitchburg residents. The populace can enjoy 624 acres of park and open spaces, located in 73 different areas, including play fields, conservation areas, a golf course and a community center. The County E-Way System, University of Wisconsin Arboretum, Department of Natural Resources Lands and Federal Lands located in Fitchburg also provide large acreage of environmentally significant land for active and passive recreation. With over 30 recreational programs planned throughout the year, Fitchburg’s Recreation Department serves over 5,000 participants and holds nearly 1,700 events per year at the community center.
Area activities boost the community feel of Fitchburg, from local events to nearby Madison’s offerings. Events in Fitchburg include the Festa Italia that features dancers, activities, special cuisine and bocce ball. The Farmers’ Market in town hosts seasonal events including the Summer Fest, the Fall Fest, the Strawberry Fest and the Kids’ Fest. Hickory Knoll Farms host the annual Carriage Competition. Europe in Your Backyard is a multi-day bicycle tour in southwest Wisconsin showcasing cuisine, comfort and bicycling. Autumn is welcomed by the spooky “Haunted Barn” and the Great Pumpkin Give Away. Visit the Enchanted Forest for bonfires and carriage rides or donate your time to the Berbee Derby, an annual Thanksgiving Day run that benefits the Technology Education Foundation. Of course, The Capital City Jazz Fest is a Fitchburg favorite held in April.
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