World Dairy Expo Comes to the Alliant Energy Center

Celebrate “Crowning Achievements-Golden Opportunities” at the 2010 World Dairy Expo held at the Alliant Energy Center from September 28 through October 2.

Join leaders from all over the world as they gather for the best in dairy technology and genetics available in the industry.

At World Dairy Expo, participants can attend seminars with industry leaders on a variety of topics, including: methane digesters, genomic testing, calf diets, new management strategies and technologies, feed costs, the global dairy outlook, reproductive tools and much more.

New to the Expo this year, interactive maps have been included on their Web site to allow attendees to learn more about the show and the companies that will exhibit.

World Dairy Expo held at the Alliant Energy Center is ranked the 32nd largest tradeshow in North America. In 2009, the World Dairy Expo attracted 64,796 attendees including 2,551 international guests from over 90 countries.

For more information on World Dairy Expo visit: www.worlddairyexpo.com.

Alliant Energy Center to Host 2010 NFK US Transplant Games

On July 30 through August 4, organ transplant donors and recipients from all over the country will travel to the Alliant Energy Center to compete in the 2010 NFK U.S. Transplant Games.

Madison is a long recognized leader in the field of organ donation and transplantation. The 2010 U.S. Transplant Games will be held in Madison at the Alliant Energy Center and area venues for the first time ever.

The U.S. Transplant Games host 14 Olympic-style events ranging from volleyball and basketball to badminton for participants of all ages. A team tailgate party begins July 31^st in Exhibition Hall followed by the opening ceremonies in Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

To participants and their families and friends, the culmination of the U.S. Transplant Games also serves as a wonderful opportunity to connect with other transplant donors and recipients. This year, Team Wisconsin will have nearly 700 members competing in several Olympic-style events, with the games attracting thousands from all over the country.

For more information on the 2010 NFK U.S. Transplant Games and giving Gift of Life, visit: www.kidney.org.

Radio City Rockettes to Perform in Coliseum

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the world famous Rockettes comes to Veterans Memorial Coliseum on November 10. People of all ages can enjoy the one of a kind dazzling holiday production as the Show kicks off their tour in Madison. Celebrate the holiday season with the Radio City Rockettes’ stunning costumes, special lighting, breathtaking imagery and festive musical composition.

Tickets for the Shows are on sale now at the Coliseum Box Office (Monday – Friday, 10am – 5pm), www.ticketmaster.com, all ticketmaster outlets, or charge by phone at 1-800-745-3000. For more information on the tour and show, visit www.radiocitychristmas.com/nationaltour.

Band Camp to Rock Willow Island

The annual rock ‘n roll, all-day music festival JJO Band Camp returns to Willow Island on Saturday, August 14 to delight fans with outstanding hard-rock entertainment. This year’s line up, so far, includes Godsmack, Sevendust, Dope, Anew Revolution, The Veer Union, Seasons After, Shaman's Harvest and many more acts yet to be announced.

Tickets for the all-day outdoor concert are on sale now at the Coliseum Box Office (Monday – Friday, 10am – 5pm), www.ticketmaster.com, all ticketmaster outlets, or charge by phone at 1-800-745-3000. Keep up to date with the latest Band Camp news at www.jjobandcamp.com.

Uproar in the Coliseum

The Rockstar Energy Drink 2010 Uproar Festival comes to Madison on Monday, October 4 to rock Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Rock ‘n roll fans will be entertained by outstanding bands including Disturbed, Avenged Sevenfold, Stone Sour, Halestorm, Hellyeah, Hail the Villain, Airbourne, and New Medicine.

Tickets for the concert are on sale now at the Coliseum Box Office (Monday – Friday, 10am – 5pm), www.ticketmaster.com, all ticketmaster outlets, or charge by phone at 1-800-745-3000. For more information on the tour and show, visit www.rockstaruproar.com/madison.

Not Just Subways and Sidewalks

Exhibition Hall, Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Willow Island all add to Madison’s plethora of attributes that are making it a more competitive location in this economy for both large and small events. Along with the city’s intellectual capacity, not-too-big-not-too-small size, beautiful landscape, quality of life, and so much more, the exceptional venues at the Alliant Energy Center truly complement the attractions of Madison for event planners. Read more about how Madison and its outstanding facilities and services attract outside events and increase visitors in the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce’s “Not Just Subways and Sidewalks” at www.epaperflip.com/aglaia/viewer.aspx?docid=652bae3a3a974e649ceb05643248cf54.

Keep in Touch with Alliant Energy Center

The Alliant Energy Center has been working diligently to build its Facebook page, Twitter account and LinkedIn profile to benefit its followers. Whether you are a guest, a promoter or part of the media, the Alliant Energy Center’s social media efforts will offer you the latest inside information on the current and upcoming events.

On the Alliant Energy Center’s Facebook page, messages are posted about show announcements, when tickets go on sale, and reminders and updates of upcoming events. The photo albums show pictures of the most recent events at the facility from concerts to outdoor festivals. Finally, updates are sent to fans on exclusive information and big announcements. "Like" the Alliant Energy Center on Facebook!

For all you "tweeters" out there, the Alliant Energy Center actively uses its account on Twitter to allow followers to stay up-to-date on upcoming events, ask questions about anything and everything, join in on current the conversation, and learn more about what's going on at the facility in general. Follow AlliantECenter!

The Alliant Energy Center's company profile on LinkedIn gives planners, exhibitors and guests quick and easy information about the facility. Follow the facility on LinkedIn!

Order Your Ticketmaster Event Tickets Toll Free

Event-goers who typically call in their Ticketmaster orders can now call toll free. The new number, 1-800-745-3000, allows anyone in the U.S. to order tickets via phone without paying pesky long distance charges. The previous number, (608) 255-4646, is no longer be available.

Alliant Energy Center event tickets are also available in person at the Coliseum Box Office, www.ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.

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