The snow is bound to fall and the cold temperatures have arrived. While it's chilly outside, you don't have to be scared and spend the entire winter inside. There are plenty of family-friendly activities to enjoy throughout the winter in Madison, WI.

If you're not sure what to do with your family, here are 7 things to do this winter.

Head to a Madison Capitols Hockey Game

One of the top amateur hockey teams in the country, the Madison Capitols play at the newly renovated Bob Suter's Capitol Ice Arena regularly. You can enjoy the game, along with the 300-person beer garden found here. If you're looking for a local team to back, the Capitols will keep you entertained and provide plenty to cheer for.

Head to the Zoo for Zoo Lights

Until December 29th, you can enjoy the Henry Vilas Zoo as a winter wonderland with plenty of beautiful lights throughout. Enjoy all the festive sights and sounds throughout the zoon as you discover your favorite creatures.

Take a Road Trip to the Wisconsin Dells

Found less than an hour up the road, you can actually visit a water park during the winter. Yes, the waterparks in the Wisconsin Dells are indoors, so you can enjoy all kinds of fun, even when it's cold outside. You'll also find huge arcades, VR experiences, bowling, and so much more fun at the resorts just up the road.

Plenty of Live Music Throughout the City

If your family loves a good concert, you'll find plenty of options all throughout the city. Madison is home to four great venues with full winter schedules and something to suit anybody's preference.

The Majestic Theater features plenty of great options, while The Sylvee offers a few good choices, such as Chase Rice, as well. You can even hit The Orpheum Theater for Brian Regan or A Charlie Brown Christmas, while High Noon Saloon features the annual John Denver Christmas.

Head to the KEVA Sports Center

A great family-friendly place to go with open play times for kids and adults, the KEVA Sports Center offers basketball, volleyball, turf fields, and so much more. It's a great play to go if you need to beat cabin fever.

Ice Skating Season is Here

Take the family ice skating at The Edgewater or one of the other rinks in town. You can enjoy plenty of great ice skating and many rinks offer concessions with hot cocoa and snacks.

Enjoy Free Ice Fishing

If your family likes to get outside during the winter, on January 18th and 19th, you can try ice fishing for free. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will offer free ice fishing clinics with loaner equipment you can use for the day

There are so many things to do throughout Madison, WI during the winter. Your family doesn't have to feel stuck inside, at home, and bored. Plan a fun day to get outside or hit one of the many attractions offering fun indoor options for families throughout Madison.