Community
2026 is underway and with the world swirling around us, Madison Park offers a microcosm of what community can be- providing connections, gatherings and the chance to make a difference here at home.
We have a full calendar of events (see below)- some encores and some brand new ideas. These don’t/can’t happen without the help of neighbors. Friends of Madison Park is simply that- friends who are volunteering their time for events that bring joy to neighbors young and old, pitching in for clean-ups, or maybe 2-3 hours at an event , joining a committee to keep our neighborhood informed, safe, and thinking boldly about Madison Park’s future.
Our Volunteer page lists a number of opportunities to get involved in 2026. Some new ideas that need folks to pitch in: an added St. Patrick’s Day dance/music celebration, A Neighborhood Yard Sale in the Spring, an Author’s Series, regular work parties in the parks and working with the city to manage the beach closures during the summers and improve our sidewalks and crosswalks. More volunteers are needed to help with planning the Children’s Parade and Picnic, the Easter Egg Hunt, the Party for the Park.
Make this your New Year’s Resolution- Give back to your community by getting involved. Click HERE.
(Some dates may vary slightly so keep up by following our Bulletin Board, social media, our Newsletter, our Banners, Stroll Magazine and the Madison Park Times.)
FOMP 2026 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Neighborhood Meetings at the Bathhouse: Tuesdays, January 13, April 14, July 14, and October 13 (6-7 pm).
Little Beats Concerts at Pioneer Hall: Saturdays February 7, March 7, October 3, November 7, December 5 (11-12 am). An added event about Jane Goodall is in the works for April/May.
Bingo Nights at Pioneer Hall: Thursdays January 22, February 19, March 19, more dates TBD; (6-8 pm)
Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration: Details TBD
Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 4 in the park (10-12 am)
Neighborhood Yard Sale: Saturday, May 2 (11-4 pm)
Spring Clean Day: Saturday, May 16 (9-12 am)
Farmer’s Market: Saturdays, June 6- October 3 (10 am- 2 pm)
Garden Tour: Saturday, June 13 (10 am-2 pm)
Children’s Parade and Picnic: Saturday July 11 (12- 2 pm)
Music in the Park: Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20 and 27 (6:30-8)
Art Walk- Friday, September 11 (5-7pm)
Party for the Park: Saturday, October 3 at Broadmoor Golf Club
Halloween Trick-or-Treat/Pup Parade: Saturday October 31 (4-6 pm)
Toy and Coat Drive- November 2- December 2.
Fall Clean-up: Saturday November 14 (9-12)
Holiday Festivities: Saturday December 12 (throughout the day and evening)
Christmas Ships and Santa Photos: date TBD
Other Ideas in the Making: Neighbors Nights Out, Author Series, Speaker Series, Fun Run with Kids, Shop Local, Artisan Fair, Taste of the Neighborhood, Movies in the Park…. Have an idea? Want to get involved? Help with one of the above events? volunteer@friendsofmadisonpark.com.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, THE BATHHOUSE 6-7 pm
Hear about our 2026 Budget, new Board members, Farmer’s Market Survey, Bathhouse Renovation update, volunteer needs and plans for 2026.
