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Conference Venues
The main venue for the 2025 CBAA conference is Memorial Union at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. This is where the keynote address, panels, roundtable discussions, members meeting, members showcase, and vendor fair will take place. Demonstrations and the members exhibition will take place in UW Madison Art Department buildings within walking distance from Memorial Union.
About Madison
You will find the best of all worlds in Wisconsin’s vibrant capital city and picturesque surrounding towns: natural beauty and outdoor recreation, stimulating cultural offerings, distinctive restaurants and shops, and an irreverent spirit of fun.
Built on an isthmus between lakes Monona and Mendota, Madison is renowned for its beautiful scenery. A total of five area lakes and over 200 parks provide an abundance of year-round outdoor activities, from hiking, biking, swimming and sailing along with cross-country skiing, snow sailing, and ice fishing.
Madison offers a variety of things to do before and after the conference sessions. One of the most popular warm weather traditions in Madison and the largest producer-only market in the US is the weekly Farmer’s Market located on the capital square.
Within blocks of the conference hotels is the iconic State Street. After checking out State Street shops and restaurants, take time to stop by and tour the beautiful Wisconsin State Capitol. Tour the Capitol on your own or by a guided tour to experience this stunning icon.
To search for other activities while in Madison, view the Calendar of Events.
Madison is in Central Standard Time (CST).
Traveling to Madison
By Plane
To Madison: The Dane County Regional Airport is located 4 miles northeast of downtown Madison.
To Milwaukee: The General Mitchell International Airport is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, approximately 75 miles east of Madison. You may continue to Madison via car or bus. Please see below for more information on car and bus travel.
To Chicago: Chicago, Illinois is located 150 miles southeast of Madison and has two international airports: Midway International Airport and O’Hare International Airport. Both airports can be found by visiting www.ohare.com – passengers can continue to Madison via car or bus; please see below for additional information on both options.
By Bus
Milwaukee: The Badger Coach Bus Line runs 6 trips daily from Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus for $23 one way. The drop off location is located at the corner of Lake and Johnson streets, and is a four block walk to the conference meeting site. Travel time is approximately 2 hours. Please call (608) 276-7490 for more information or visit www.badgerbus.com.
Chicago: The Van Galder Bus Company runs several times daily from both O’Hare and Midway Airports, directly to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. The drop off location is located at the corner of Lake and Johnson streets, and is a four block walk to the conference meeting site. The one-way fare is currently $30-$32 and travel time is approximately 3.5 hours. Please call (800) 747-0994 for more information or visit www.vangalderbus.com
Greyhound bus lines also run to Madison. Please call (800) 231-2222 for fare and schedule information, or visit www.greyhound.com. Taxis are available at the bus terminal, which is approximately 0.5 miles from the meeting site.
By Car
Madison lies approximately 150 miles northwest of Chicago (3 hour drive), 75 miles west of Milwaukee (1.5 hour drive) and 270 miles southeast of Minneapolis (4 hour drive).
Parking: Parking in Madison is very limited. As a courtesy to conference participants, a limited number of campus parking permits will be available for purchase. If you would like a permit, please reserve your permit on the conference registration page when registering for the conference. Permits that have been requested and paid for will be distributed at conference check-in. There will be no refunds for unused parking permits.
There are also several City of Madison Parking lots near campus that offer daily parking rates. Click here to find additional information on City of Madison parking.
Lodging
Hotel reservations are only possible via the below links or by contacting the hotel directly. No one will contact you directly to book your hotel room or offer you a “special discounted conference rate.” If you receive one of these calls or emails, it is a scam.
Discounted room blocks have been reserved at the below lodging locations. Each location has various cut off dates, please be aware of the specific cutoff date when booking. All rooms are subject to availability and regular rates.
Please use the direct links and/or access codes to receive the conference rate. Booking accommodations does not register you for the conference.
University Housing – Chadbourne Hall
Single Occupancy Room Rate: $86.00 per night: includes breakfast
Double Occupancy Room Rate: $58.00 per person/per night: includes breakfast
All guest rooms will be air conditioned with a small refrigerator, complimentary WiFi, bed linens, blankets, pillows, towels, washcloths, and soap. Housekeeping services are available by request via the QR code on the room door. Chadbourne Hall has shared bathrooms on each floor wing. Guests may use the kitchen and laundry facilities at their convenience. The 24-hour desk serves as your check-in and check-out needs.
*To be paired with a preferred roommate, both parties must request the other person. If you select a double occupancy room and do not submit a roommate request, University Housing will pair a person with you.
The Graduate
Room Rate: $199.00/night plus taxes
To make a reservation call the hotel at (608) 257-4391 and mention the CBAA Conference or book online here. All reservations must be made by May 15, 2025, to receive the discounted rate.
The Graduate Madison is located just steps from Madison’s iconic State Street district’s dining and shopping, and a stone’s throw from the Memorial Union. The Graduate offers unique amenities near the heart of UW-Madison’s campus. Enjoy Camp Trippalindee, a summer camp themed rooftop bar with breathtaking views of the State Capitol and picturesque Lake Mendota, a café serving coffee and all-day breakfast in the lobby, and a 24-hour onsite gym. Enjoy a room design inspired by the lakeshore and college lifestyle complete with cozy beds, workstations, an HD TV, docking stations, and a lounge chair.
Valet parking is available for an additional fee.
The Double Tree Hotel
Room Rate: $199.00/night plus taxes
To make a reservation, please call (608) 251-5511 and mention the CBAA Conference or book online here. All reservations must be made by May 15, 2025, to receive the discounted rate.
The DoubleTree is located on the east side of campus and downtown between lakes Monona and Mendota. Offering several amenities, including a business center, and the Badgerland Bar & Grill; all just a 10-minute walk from the Memorial Union. Each room features a refrigerator, microwave, 42-inch HDTV, and an executive desk. Enjoy the nearby bars and restaurants, including local favorites like the Nitty Gritty, Ian’s Pizza, and Wando’s. Take advantage of their courtesy local and airport shuttle, Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour pantry market.
Parking is available for an additional fee.
Hampton Inn & Suites
Room Rate: $199/night plus taxes
Reservations may be made by calling the Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown direct at (608) 255-0360 and mention the CBAA Conference group or book online here. All reservations must be made by May 6, 2025, to receive the discounted rate.
The Hampton Inn & Suites sits blocks from the heart of downtown Madison, located within walking distance of the Memorial Union and many great local restaurants, shops and other attractions. Rooms include a 42-inch LCD TV, microwave, a mini-refrigerator, and many additional comfort amenities. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and on-site business center to keep you connected. Take a swim no matter the season in the indoor pool and stay in shape in the fitness center. Free hot breakfast is available, or try Basset Street Brunch Club, a local favorite attached to the hotel.
Parking is available for an additional fee.
Parking
There are number of campus parking garages near the main conference venue that are open to the public for approximately $15.00 per day. There are also City of Madison parking garages within walking distance of the main conference venue. Parking Information
Parking is tight in the area near the conference venues so we are offering a $60 parking pass on the conference registration form that will guarantee parking in one of the nearby university parking garages for all three days of the conference. While you may be able to find parking for less in the public lots, finding a space on any given day is not guaranteed.
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