San Damiano Monona

San Damiano Monona At just under 10 acres, with nearly 1,500 feet of Lake Monona shoreline, San Damiano is epic and iconic.

The nonprofit Friends of San Damiano was organized with a mission to help transform this unique 10-acre lakeside public space — for recreation, education, and peaceful reflection. Friends of San Damiano is a 501(c)3 with a mission to advance the San Damiano property as a place for public recreation, interpretive programming, and peaceful reflection. This property offers breathtaking views of the W

isconsin State Capitol and a peaceful, natural expanse unlike any other in the area. San Damiano is viewed as a regional asset for Dane County and beyond, and visitors will have the opportunity to utilize and cherish this space for generations to come. The San Damiano property is located at 4123 Monona Drive, Monona, WI 53716

Today's the day!!Grab your besties and hit the trail for Loop the Lake! Whether you cruise or race, this scenic ride ar...
06/20/2026

Today's the day!!

Grab your besties and hit the trail for Loop the Lake! Whether you cruise or race, this scenic ride around Madison’s lakes is better with friends.

Take a detour through San Damiano Park to see sculptures in their beginning stages at the Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival! Rumor has it, the festival is giving away buy one, get one coupons.

The 13.8-mile loop around Lake Monona begins at the Eastside Club.

Clean Lakes Alliance Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival San Damiano Monona

Today, San Damiano Park came alive in a celebration of art and culture.The Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture...
06/20/2026

Today, San Damiano Park came alive in a celebration of art and culture.

The Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival opened at San Damiano Park. For the next week, visitors can watch world-class artists transform massive logs into incredible sculptures celebrating creativity, culture, and community along the shores of Lake Monona.

Admission is free and every day brings something new to discover with partner events and music fests throughout the week.

Learn more at harrywhitehorse.com.

What days are you visiting this week?

Photo credit: Cara Erickson

Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival

06/19/2026

One week from today! 🎵

Picture perfect sunset. 📸Photo credit: Lynne Chase
06/17/2026

Picture perfect sunset. 📸

Photo credit: Lynne Chase

COMING UP QUICK! ⏱As if you needed another reason to visit San Damiano Park... Join us on Thursday, June 25th for our fi...
06/16/2026

COMING UP QUICK! ⏱

As if you needed another reason to visit San Damiano Park... Join us on Thursday, June 25th for our first Concerts on the Shore event of the season!

5:00 PM — Reverend Raven & Westside Andy with the Chain Smokin' Altar Boys
7:00 PM — Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials

Presented by WVMO - The Voice of Monona
San Damiano Park | 4123 Monona Drive, Monona

Free admission | Beer, food & soda available

Mark it. Tell your people. We'll see you on the lake. 🎵

Ooo! And volunteers needed: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CACAD2CA0F9C70-64358510-concerts #/


06/14/2026

It's a bit windy, yet beautiful, on the lakeshore this evening!

If you're looking for a relaxed setting to kick back and enjoy your Sunday night, Sunset Games is the place to be!

Lawn games (bags, bocce, ladder toss, connect 4, croquet, and giant Jenga) will surely enhance your monthly experience of the best sunset in Dane County.

Join us for Eve Levi, an indie, pop, rock artist... We have a legit play-a-long going on.

Thailand In A Truck is also here, serving delicious Thai food, such as spring rolls, pad thai, and curry.

Beverages are for sale and support stewardship at San Damiano Monona.

We'll be here until 8, come on down!

06/13/2026

A sweet happen upon yesterday... A Mama Oriole tending to her nest. 😍

What signs of wildlife do you love to see at San Damiano?

Thanks for help with the identification Brian Schneider!

Video credit: Cara Erickson

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4123 Monona Dr
Monona, WI
53716-1661

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