1. Angell Park Speedway
City: Sun Prairie, WI
Category: Spectator Sports
Telephone: (608) 837-5252
Address: 300 Park St.
Description: Named for Colonel William Angell, a Sun Prairie resident and Civil War veteran, Angell Park has been host to a variety of community events and recreational activities. Since 1946, the park has been home to a third-mile clay oval racetrack and host to midget auto racing. Don’t let the size fool you: even NASCAR legends such as Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart have raced here, and it was once considered a place to earn a reputation by racers vying for a spot in Indianapolis. Located in downtown Sun Prairie, Angell Park Speedway runs races every Sun evening from the middle of May through Labor Day weekend. This is also the home of the National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame, and the speedway features the cars and racers from the Badger Midget Auto Racing Association. Take US 151 northwest from Madison until the County Road N exit. Turn left (north) and the speedway is on the right. Tickets cost from $12 to $20 with discounts for students. Kids 12 and under enter for free.
2. Angell Park Speedway
City: Sun Prairie, WI
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (608) 837-5252
Address: 300 Park St.
Description: How about a night at the races? In nearby Sun Prairie Angell Park Speedway hosts midget auto racing. Kids 12 and under are offered free admission, and there are occasional promotions and activities aimed at the little ones.
3. Sun Prairie Aquatic Center
City: Sun Prairie, WI
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (608) 837-7433
Address: 920 Linnerud Dr.
Description: The aquatic center offers a zero-depth entry pool with a 210-foot water slide, fountains, diving boards, and a sand volleyball pit on the side. Admission is open to the public and costs $3.50. Kids can bring pool toys and floatation devices on certain evenings of the week. Check with the center for the schedule. All children under eight years of age must be accompanied by someone 16 or older.