Events
Orchard Ridge Neighborhood Association hosts enjoyable family and social events each year. Our goal is to create a sense of community, security and friendship among all our neighbors and one way we do this is by providing engaging, fun events for people of all ages. Our events are listed below.
Winter Social - This adult only event brings neighbors together for socialization, food, fun and trivia. The 2026 event was held at Cambridge Winery Madison Tasting room on Saturday March 7th 7-10pm.
Easter Egg Hunt - This funs spring event is held at Orchard Ridge Park. Meet the Easter Bunny, make a spring craft and of hunt for eggs. The 2026 event will be held on Saturday April 4th at 10:30am sharp. Bring you basket
4th of July Parade and Picnic - Our Independence Day celebration has a long history. The celebration begins with a festive parade led by Madison Fire Department truck. Neighbors and kids decorate bikes, trikes, scooters, strollers and walk Loruth Terrance. Line up begins at 11:15am at the East corner of Whitcomb Drive and Loruth Terrace. The parade starts promptly at 11:30am. The parade concludes in Orchard Ridge with picnic and games. The 2026 event will be held Saturday July 4th. We need 10-12 volunteer meat grillers and food servers each year. Please see our volunteer opportunities page to indicate your interest.
Fall Fest - This event celebrates the fall season with food, costumes, games and crafts and is held in Flad Park. The 2026 event date is still to be determined. We need volunteer grill and food servers. Please see our volunteer opportunities page to indicate your interest.
NEW Summer Music/Talent Show - ORNA would like to add a new event this year with a Music/Talent show event on a summer evening in Flad Park. We are looking for an individual to lead this event. Please see our volunteer opportunities page to indicate your interest
NEW Good Neighbor Day Scavenger Hunt - ORNA would like to add a new event this year on Monday September 28th late afternoon/early evening. This is Good Neighbor Day and we would like to host a scavenger hunt bike ride around the neighborhood. We are looking for an individual to lead this event. Please see our volunteer opportunities to indicate your interest.