Events
National Mashed Potato Day
Celebrate National Mashed Potato Day with us! Enjoy a Mashed Potato Bar, sculpting contest, sack races, bounce house, and a photo with the World’s Largest Potato Masher. Full details coming soon!
Tot Time Week 3
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Special Drop-In Activities
Enjoy special drop-in activities led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Center & Café Closed for Special Event
Food + Farm Exploration Center and Colorful Plate Café will be closed to the public for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Tot Time Week 4
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Charcuterie Boards and Wine Tasting MSTC Class
Prepare a charcuterie board and then enjoy three wines that complement your creation.
Special Drop-In Activities
Enjoy special drop-in activities led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Tot Time Registration & Week 1
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Painting Class at the Colorful Plate Café
Artist Renee Denise guides you in painting a sparkling Highland cow masterpiece in the Colorful Plate Café.
Spud of the Month: Patatas Bravas
Learn to make Patatas Bravas at the Spud of the Month social club! Enjoy a cooking demo, snacks, cocktails (or mocktails) plus great company. Attend multiple events for a chance to win a gift basket.
Tot Time Week 2
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Special Drop-In Activity
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Asian Steamed Dumplings MSTC Cooking Class
Explore different kinds of wrappers, learn about common ingredients used in dumplings, and prepare your own Asian steam dumplings.
Pour + Explore Wine Dinner | Plover con España
Experience our first Pour and Explore Wine Dinner: Plover con España! Enjoy a curated Spanish-Wisconsin menu paired with wines from Juan Gil Family Estates.
Tot Time Week 3
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Introduction to White and Red Wines Tasting MSTC Class
Enjoy a tasting and education on red and white wines covering Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, and Syrah.
Italian Agrodolce Sauce + Pork Schnitzel Cooking Class
Master Italian agrodolce sauce and potato chip-crusted pork schnitzel—an unforgettable hands-on cooking class with wine included!
Thanksgiving Sides with a Twist MSTC Cooking Class
Join us to learn some new recipes for fall vegetables that will give your holiday table a festive refresh.
Italian Agrodolce Sauce + Pork Schnitzel Cooking Class
Master Italian agrodolce sauce and potato chip-crusted pork schnitzel—an unforgettable hands-on cooking class with wine included!
Tot Time Week 4
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Spud of the Month: Potatoes in Cookies
Learn to add potatoes into delicious cookies to freshen up the holiday spread at the Spud of the Month social club! Enjoy a cooking demo, snacks, cocktails (or mocktails) plus great company. Attend multiple events for a chance to win a gift basket.
Holiday Appetizers & Wine Pairings MSTC Cooking Class
Get in the holiday spirit when you learn to make a set of delicious appetizers and find the perfect wines to pair with them.
Special Drop-In Activity
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Royal Icing Cookie Decorating MSTC Class
Turn a plain cookie into a sweet masterpiece in this class. Learn how to pipe, flood, and add eye-catching details. You’ll make six beautifully decorated cookies.
Special Drop-In Activity
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Special Drop-In Activities
Enjoy special drop-in activities led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Chili 101 and Beer Tasting Class
Enjoy sampling four different chilis, learn their different techniques, and see Chef Dave make a perfect fall chili while you savor a local craft beer perfectly paired for each tasting.
Tot Time Week 2
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Special Drop-In Activity
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Tot Time Registration & Week 1
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Cozy Fall Pies MSTC Cooking Class
Learn to make a savory chicken pot pie and a sweet pumpkin fluff pie in preparation to wow your holiday guests.
Spud of the Month: African Potato Fufu
Learn to make African Potato Fufu at the Spud of the Month social club! Enjoy a cooking demo, snacks, cocktails (or mocktails) plus great company. Attend multiple events for a chance to win a gift basket.
Center & Café Closing Early for Special Event
Food + Farm Exploration Center and Colorful Plate Café will be closed to the public for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Chianti Italian Wine and Lasagna Tasting MSTC Class
Taste five different Chianti wines paired with a chef-curated lasagna. Learn about the different varieties and take home a wine glass for tastings at home.
Tot Time | Week 4
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Worldwide Day of Play with ACM and Nickelodeon
Join us for the Worldwide Day of Play! Enjoy potato sack races, face painting, hands-on building activities, and 60+ exhibits. Included with admission—free for members.
Pick the Patch Veggie Craft Drop-In Activity
Make a paper garden for your favorite Wisconsin crops that will be ready to harvest!
Pumpkin Picker Challenge Drop-In Activity
Create your own harvester and test your skills at harvesting candy pumpkins. Learn what makes a harvester fast and efficient for farmers today.
Beer and Sliders Tasting MSTC Class
Recreate a night out at a gastro pub. Enjoy a tasting of four different sliders and beer pairings in this class.
Three Course Zucchini Group Cooking Class
Create three delectable courses all incorporating zucchini in this group cooking class!
Tot Time | Week 3
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Pierogi Cooking Class SOLD OUT
Learn to make these traditional Polish dumplings along with various sauces to put a new twist on a classic.
CANCELED Pinot Noirs and Zinfandels Wine Tasting MSTC Class
Enjoy a tasting and education on three different wines made from the Pinot Noir grape: Oregon Pinot Noir, California Pinot Noir, French Burgundy, California Zinfandel, and Italian Primivito.
Tot Time | Week 2
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Classic Pad Thai MSTC Cooking Class
Prepare a well-known stir-fried noodle dish, Pad Thai. Learn more about cuisine and ingredients from Southeast Asia.
Smoothie Creations Drop-In Activity
Create your own cucumber flower garnish to top a delicious, healthy smoothie in the Kitchen Lab.
U-Pick Harvest Day
Join us to pick your own free, fresh produce from our demonstration farm fields! Come learn, explore, and celebrate the hard-working people and processes that feed our communities.
Tot Time Registration & Week 1
Dig into the world of agriculture with our 4-week Tot Time kids' program focusing on harvest time on the farm! Enjoy open exploration in our Seedlings gallery, educational activities throughout the exploration center, and a delicious snack.
Spud of the Month: Potatoes Romanoff SOLD OUT
Learn to make Potatoes Romanoff at the Spud of the Month social club! Enjoy a cooking demo, snacks, cocktails (or mocktails) plus great company. Attend multiple events for a chance to win a gift basket.
Smoothie Creations Drop-In Activity
Create your own cucumber flower garnish to top a delicious, healthy smoothie in the Kitchen Lab.
Smoothie Creations Drop-In Activity
Create your own cucumber flower garnish to top a delicious, healthy smoothie in the Kitchen Lab.
U-Pick Harvest Day
Join us to pick your own free, fresh produce from our demonstration farm fields! Come learn, explore, and celebrate the hard-working people and processes that feed our communities.
Cookbook Club Cooking Class “Wisconsin Field to Fork”
Explore farm-fresh recipes and stories from local Wisconsin farms in our cookbook club reviewing “Wisconsin Field to Fork”. Enjoy demonstrations, samples and a chance to connect on some of the best recipes!
U-Pick Harvest Day
Join us to pick your own free, fresh produce from our demonstration farm fields! Come learn, explore, and celebrate the hard-working people and processes that feed our communities.
Summer Camp: Ready, Set, Grow!
Kids are invited to enjoy “Ready, Set, Grow!” a unique mini-camp experience! Each day we’ll dig into something new, enjoy hands-on activities, explore the exhibits, and savor a snack together.