Events
Special Drop-In Activity: Sugar Cookies
Stop by the Kitchen Lab for a sweet, seasonal treat! Enjoy a free potato flake sugar cookie sample and take home a recipe card and potato flakes to bake more at home.
Special Drop-In Activity: Sugar Cookies
Stop by the Kitchen Lab for a sweet, seasonal treat! Enjoy a free potato flake sugar cookie sample and take home a recipe card and potato flakes to bake more at home.
Special Drop-In Activity: Cran Apple Spritzer
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Noon Year’s Eve Bash!
Ring in 2026 at our Noon Year’s Eve Bash! Enjoy a festive, kid-focused celebration with crafts, noisemakers, snacks, and a dance party.
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.
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!
Spud of the Month: French Onion Baked Potatoes
Combine two cozy favorites at the Spud of the Month foodie social club: french onion soup and baked potatoes! 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.
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.
Chowder Flight Night Cooking Demo
Explore the flavors and history of classic chowders in this hands-off cooking class featuring four unique styles—from corn chowder to a Wisconsin-inspired sausage and potato chowder.
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.
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 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.
Meal Prep, Freeze & Feast MSTC Cooking Class
New year, new recipes for family dinners! Enjoy a workshop where you’ll explore the flavors of the world.
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.
Super Bowl Snacks & Beer Tasting Class with MSTC
Exciting culinary demo with a lineup of crowd-pleasing Super Bowl snacks and appetizers, then enjoy a guided beer tasting to complement each!
Spud of the Month: Greek Lemon Potatoes
We’ll brighten up our palates with Greek Lemon potatoes in this Spud of the Month foodie 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.
Royal Icing Cookie Decorating with MSTC
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 special drop-in activities led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Pour + Explore Wine Dinner | Gusto & Grain
Enjoy an elevated evening of Italian wines and seasonal cuisine at the Pour + Explore Wine Dinner | Gusto & Grain. This four-course dining experience supports agricultural education.
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.
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.
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!
Charcuterie Board Creation and Wine Tasting MSTC Class
Prepare a charcuterie board and then enjoy three wines that complement your creation.
Spud of the Month: Saag Aloo | Indian Potatoes
New flavors to spruce up spring with Saag Aloo (Indian potatoes with spinach) in this Spud of the Month foodie social club! Enjoy a cooking demo, snacks, cocktails (or mocktails) plus great company. Attend multiple events for a chance to win a gift basket.
Special Drop-In Activity
Enjoy special drop-in activities led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
Corned Beef and Cabbage Cooking Class with MSTC
Discover the secrets behind one of the most beloved comfort foods of all time—corned beef and cabbage!
Chinese Stir Fry Classics Cooking Class with MSTC
Explore a variety of delicious stir-fry dishes while experimenting with sweet, sour, spicy, and savory flavors and cook your own!
Spud of the Month: Italian Frico | Potato Cakes
Travel to Northern Italy and learn to make Italian Frico in this month’s Spud of the Month foodie social club! Enjoy a cooking class, snacks, cocktails (or mocktails) plus great company. Attend multiple events for a chance to win a gift basket.
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.
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.
Breakfast with Santa Experience
Join us for a joyful holiday experience and enjoy Breakfast with Santa! Enjoy a delicious farm-to-table breakfast, festive activities, and a chance to meet Santa himself.
Special Drop-In Activity: Circuit Blocks
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
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.
Charcuterie Boards and Wine Tasting MSTC Class
Prepare a charcuterie board and then enjoy three wines that complement your creation.
Wine Glass Painting Class at the Colorful Plate Café
Artist Renee Denise guides you in painting a set of festive wine glasses in the Colorful Plate Café.
Celebrate our 2nd Birthday Bash!
Visit to help us celebrate our 2nd birthday with festive activities and commemorate another year of fun, hands-on learning!
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.
Special Drop-In Activity: Apple Turkeys
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
SOLD OUT 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!
Special Drop-In Activity: Cranberry Learning
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
CANCELED 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.
SOLD OUT 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!
Hmong Eggroll MSTC Cooking Class
Create your own Hmong eggrolls while learning about cultural cuisine and enjoying one of the best appetizers.
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 Activity: Cranberry Boats
Enjoy a special drop-in activity led by our education team, included with general admission. Activities change and are available only while supplies last!
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.
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.
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.
SOLD OUT 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.
SOLD OUT Highland Cow Painting Class at the Colorful Plate Café
Artist Renee Denise guides you in painting a sparkling Highland cow masterpiece in the Colorful Plate Café.
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.
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!
Charcuterie Boards and Wine Tasting MSTC Class
Prepare a charcuterie board and then enjoy three wines that complement your creation.
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.
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.
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 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.
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!