Learn the ins and outs that make Madison the best city to live, work, and play in!
Welcome to Madison, Alabama! Once a sleepy, rural town, Madison has experienced explosive growth and has become one of the most desirable places to live in our region. From fantastic schools, lively restaurants, unique retail, and entertainment galore, residents and visitors alike can find nearly everything they need right here within Madison city limits. We hope this website routinely serves as your #1 resource for All Things Madison!
Top 10 Places to Enjoy Ice Cream in Madison this Summer
Ice cream is a classic summer staple, and Madison isn't lacking in options for where to find just the type one is looking for. From frozen custard to gelato to rolled ice cream and more, you'll be sure to find just what you and your family are looking for after...
All About Champy’s: One of Madison’s Newest & Most Popular Restaurants
Whether you're looking for a large patio to dine on, menu items you can't find anywhere else, or some World-Famous fried chicken, you'll be happy you pulled up to Champy's. Champy's restaurant, located on Madison Boulevard near the Publix shopping center, opened early...
Local Seniors React: When High School Ends Abruptly
Contributing article by Adan Youngblood, a rising Senior at Auburn University who is working toward degrees in Architecture and Interior Architecture. She hopes to work in historical preservation and also loves to write. Her interests include animals, coffee, and true...
Interested in Learning to Salsa Dance? Where to Take Classes in Madison
From dabbling with free, one-time lessons to competing around the globe, the salsa dancing community right here in Madison is alive with options to suit everyone and anyone with the slightest bit of interest. Few people know about the rapidly-growing Salsa community...
Reopening Phaze 3 Fitness and the Advancements Made to Ensure Safety
Most will never fully understand what it's like to launch a massive business (both in structure size and in enrollment) only to come to a screeching halt less than 90 days after opening the doors. Kristina Cristiano knows exactly what this is like though. As a...
16 Restaurants with Outdoor Patio Table Service in Madison, Alabama
There are few things I love more than enjoying a good meal with friends and family on an outdoor patio on a warm, sunny day. Madison has a surprising handful of dining establishments around town that extend their services and seating options outdoors. The next time...
All About MADyardArt: Front Yard Signs for Your Next Celebration
When everyone else is locking their doors and crawling into bed for the night, Whitney Anderson is just getting started with her "workday". As the owner of MADyartArt, Anderson gets to quietly sneak around town after dark decorating the front lawns of those who have...
5 Quick Facts You Should Know about the Madison Chamber of Commerce
Many are familiar with the concept of a local chamber of commerce, but some business and non-business owners alike may not understand exactly what our Madison Chamber of Commerce is and how they desire to work for you. Our Chamber plays a pivotal role in our...
The Final Countdown for Fry Sauce: Freddy’s in Madison Opening Soon
GOOD NEWS ALERT! Final preparations are underway at Freddy's with a tentative opening day of June 9th. Three cheers for steakburgers, custard, and their oh-so-good fry sauce! Freddy's in Madison This Freddy's location is the first in North Alabama and is located in...
Where Are the Coffee Shops in Madison? A Short List of What’s Here
Madison isn't known for having a coffee shop on every corner, but we do have a few gems that generally draw decent crowds looking for a sweet treat, caffeine boost, quiet(ish) workplace, or a place to simply gather and conversate with others. Regardless of why you're...
What to Expect from Tom Brown’s, Madison’s Newest Premium Casual Restaurant
As soon as the outdoor patio chandeliers went up at Tom Brown's Restaurant earlier this year, loud chatter began around town about what this mysterious new restaurant would bring to our Madison community. Fast forward to last week when I first stepped foot inside...
How to Post Your Event for Free on the All Things Madison Community Calendar
As our community begins to emerge from a historic shutdown, events will slowly begin popping up for our enjoyment this summer. If you are an event organizer and would like to post your event here on the All Things Madison community calendar, here are three easy steps...
High School Students: All Things Madison is Looking for Teen Contributors
Are you a high school student interested in having your writing published and learning about the online publication process? If so, All Things Madison wants to hear from you! Join our Teen Contributor program and be a part of telling the stories from our explosive...