Volunteers at the World’s Largest Bratfest ready the grounds at Alliant Energy Center’s Willow Island in advance of Friday’s opening of the three day celebration featuring music, food and family activities in Madison, Wis. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Since 1983, the free festival has raised nearly $2 million for more than 100 area charities through the sales of over 4 million bratwursts. Here, crates of corn await roasting - one of the event’s popular draws. JOHN HART, STATE JOURNAL
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Volunteers at the World’s Largest Bratfest ready the grounds at Alliant Energy Center’s Willow Island in advance of Friday’s opening of the three day celebration featuring music, food and family activities in Madison, Wis. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Since 1983, the free festival has raised nearly $2 million for more than 100 area charities through the sales of over 4 million bratwursts. Here, tables are set by workers assembling a VIP tent on the grounds. JOHN HART, STATE JOURNAL
Volunteers at the World’s Largest Bratfest ready the grounds at Alliant Energy Center’s Willow Island in advance of Friday’s opening of the three day celebration featuring music, food and family activities in Madison, Wis. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Since 1983, the free festival has raised nearly $2 million for more than 100 area charities through the sales of over 4 million bratwursts. Here, grills are arranged on the north end of the grounds. JOHN HART, STATE JOURNAL
Volunteers at the World’s Largest Bratfest ready the grounds at Alliant Energy Center’s Willow Island in advance of Friday’s opening of the three day celebration featuring music, food and family activities in Madison, Wis. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Since 1983, the free festival has raised nearly $2 million for more than 100 area charities through the sales of over 4 million bratwursts. Here, crates of corn await roasting - one of the event’s popular draws. JOHN HART, STATE JOURNAL
Volunteers at the World’s Largest Bratfest ready the grounds at Alliant Energy Center’s Willow Island in advance of Friday’s opening of the three day celebration featuring music, food and family activities in Madison, Wis. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Since 1983, the free festival has raised nearly $2 million for more than 100 area charities through the sales of over 4 million bratwursts. Here, tables are set by workers assembling a VIP tent on the grounds. JOHN HART, STATE JOURNAL
Volunteers at the World’s Largest Bratfest ready the grounds at Alliant Energy Center’s Willow Island in advance of Friday’s opening of the three day celebration featuring music, food and family activities in Madison, Wis. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Since 1983, the free festival has raised nearly $2 million for more than 100 area charities through the sales of over 4 million bratwursts. Here, grills are arranged on the north end of the grounds. JOHN HART, STATE JOURNAL
