Things To Do – Visit Middleton https://visitmiddleton.com It's the Middle things Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:41:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://visitmiddleton.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cropped-Visit-Middleton.FB_.icon_-1-32x32.jpg Things To Do – Visit Middleton https://visitmiddleton.com 32 32 Frostwood Farms https://visitmiddleton.com/location/frostwood-farms/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:45:20 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/?post_type=location&p=31735 Frostwood Farms Kitchen is a unique event venue that provides innovative dining opportunities. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering of friends or an office-wide team-building interactive event, it is the place for you. At Frostwood Farms Kitchen, you will experience exceptional cuisine and service. The in-house Executive Chef and culinary team work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef and Pastry Chef to deliver a curated dining event.

Please note that Frostwood Farms is only open for private events and monthly reservation dinners.

]]> Lake Street Park https://visitmiddleton.com/location/lake-street-park/ Sun, 08 Jun 2025 19:48:31 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/?post_type=location&p=31179 As one of Middleton’s newest parks, the ribbon was officially cut on Lake Street Park in June of 2025. The park offers public lake access, a kayak launch, scenic views of Lake Mendota, outdoor recreation areas, community gathering spaces and is a new opportunity for residents and visitors to enjoy one of Middleton’s most beautiful natural assets.

A stunning, one-of-a-kind sculpture by Milligan Studio, called Portage, is featured at the center of the park.

]]> The Kickback Bar https://visitmiddleton.com/location/the-kickback-bar/ Fri, 27 Sep 2024 18:21:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/?post_type=location&p=27654 Found within the new Middleton Market, the Kickback Bar is your go-to spot for endless fun with over 50 pinball and arcade games and a variety of Heggies Pizzas, as well as other snacks like Clasen’s European Bakery’s Bavarian pretzels; chips and salsa; and chips and French onion dip. There is also a wide drinks menu including tap beers, signature cocktails and non-alcoholic options. Just minutes away from Downtown, the arcade offers the perfect blend of socializing and entertainment. Grab a beverage and play or hang out on their massive patio!

]]> Marshall Boats https://visitmiddleton.com/location/marshall-boats/ Mon, 23 Sep 2024 19:34:29 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/marshall-boats/ Lake Mendota has been a hotspot for outdoor recreation since the 1800s. With calm cool waters and a breathtaking view of the state Capitol, it’s a perfect place to spend a summer or early fall afternoon. Marshall Boats, Board & Boat Rentals in Middleton has everything you need to get on the water. Here’s a quick overview on what they offer.

Hours

Spring hours (May 10 – May 23, 2025): Wednesday – Friday:  3 – 9 p.m., Saturday & Sunday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Summer hours (May 24 – Sept. 1, 2025): Daily, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Fall hours (Sept. 2 – Sept. 28, 2025): Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Pontoon boat rentals

Spend an hour or the whole day on one of Marshall’s 12-person pontoon boats. They’ll provide gas and basic instruction to get you on the lake. Captains are also available!

Fishing boat rentals

The 2022 Bass Tracker is equipped with a fish finder, trolling motor, anchor and three basic fishing poles. Capacity is up to three people (500 lbs.). Rent for half or a full day.

Stand-up paddleboard rentals

Marshall has a board waiting for you. The calm waters of Mendota are ideal for this relaxing pastime. There are four sizes of stand-up paddle boards to choose from: single, child-sized, two-three people, and the Mega (family).

Canoe and kayak rentals

Marshall has plenty of paddling rental options, including canoes, solo canoes, kayaks and double kayaks. They have also added “on top” kayaks and tandem kayaks. Get fitted for a life jacket and you’ll be on your way!

Lakeside patio

Marshall Boats has a beautiful view of Marshall Park on Lake Mendota. Enjoy the day on its rooftop patio that’s the perfect place for lakeside relaxation. It’s open for reservations for groups and can accommodate more than 50 people.

Click here to learn more about Marshall Boats.

]]> Capital Brewery & Bier Garten https://visitmiddleton.com/location/capital-brewery/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:00:45 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/capital-brewery/ Capital Brewery specializes in brewing German style lagers and has won over 240 medals. The indoor Bier Stube and Grain Room is open to the general public in the fall/winter. The Bier Garten is open in the Spring and Fall, and offers live music and food vendors several days of the week. With a performance stage, waterproof tent, bar and picnic tables, it can accommodate up to 1,200 people, and serves as the hub of the Capital Brewery Bike Club.

View the 2025 Bier Garten Summer Music Series lineup.

Bier Garten Hours:

Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9 p.m.
Friday: 3-10 p.m.
Saturday: noon-9 p.m.
Sunday: noon-6 p.m.
Monday: closed

]]> Visit Middleton | Capital Brewery nonadult Hitters Sportsplex https://visitmiddleton.com/location/hitters-tennis-and-pickleball-club/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 17:43:26 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/?post_type=location&p=26184 Hitters SportsPlex Tennis and Pickleball Club offer a training area with 50,000 square feet fully equipped with six championship-sized courts, two USTA Quickstart courts, and nine pickleball courts. 

“Hitters Tennis and Pickleball Club is dedicated to providing the highest quality of professional instruction to its members. We aim to provide a very fun and challenging atmosphere where our players have a blast and learn a game that will provide a lifetime of lasting memories. Come out and see what our beautiful facility offers and check out the variety of membership options including ‘Trial Memberships,’ 10U memberships, special senior rates and more.”

Click here for more about its Pickleball programs. 

]]> Rock Paper Scissors https://visitmiddleton.com/location/rock-paper-scissors/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:23:33 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/?post_type=location&p=25024 Middleton’s very own art exploration studio for kids. What started as “Studio Ellu” on Instagram in 2020 as a way to share project ideas and inspiration has turned into a dreamy crafting space for children to come explore, make choices, take risks, solve problems and build confidence through art. Check out a variety of art classes and camps on their website. Rock Paper Scissors also allows reservations for larger parties.

]]> Stone Horse Green https://visitmiddleton.com/location/stone-horse-green/ Tue, 07 Mar 2023 16:10:36 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/?post_type=location&p=22318 Over the last 10 years, Middleton has focused on creating a thriving downtown that’s beloved by both Middleton residents and visitors alike, and a critical component of this is a public green space for anyone and everyone to gather. Normal business hours of the park include 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Stone Horse Green opened in October 2022 and includes an outdoor stage and band shell; a green space to enjoy; space for bistro tables; art installations that are interactive and beautiful; a fire pit; electric fireplace; and public restrooms (open on a timer during business hours).

This space is ADA accessible, beautiful and ALIVE. There are so many opportunities to enjoy this space, from sharing lunch from one of the many downtown restaurants to enjoying live music to relaxing in the green space. This is a space for all.

  • Stone Horse Green is located in downtown Middleton: 7550 Hubbard Avenue; click on the link to view updated events.
  • Dogs are only permitted on the sidewalk at Stone Horse Green.
  • Alcohol may be brought in (unopened) in plastic or aluminum. No glass allowed in Stone Horse Green, or pre-opened beverages.
Event flyer highlighting Stone Horse Green’s fall preview activities in the community green space, featuring trivia, jazz, theater, music, and holiday celebration—with dates and times from September through November.

All in the Name

Stone Horse Green’s name is derived by the livery stable that resided in its place years ago (they found quite a few old horse shoes during construction!). To pay homage to its history, the committee decided to incorporate it into the space through beautiful stone horse statues that are actually heated in winter for visitors to sit on!

]]> Historic Landmark Trail https://visitmiddleton.com/location/middleton-landmarks-trail/ Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:07:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/middleton-landmarks-tour/ See Middleton’s rich history come to life on the Historical Landmark Trail. Visit 22 stops around Middleton for a glimpse into the past of the Good Neighbor City.

See the list of sites below. View/download the full PDF brochure here, or view on Google Maps. Physical brochures are also available in the visitor center. 

  1. First High School, 1878
  2. Little White Church on the Hill, 1870
  3. Pierstorff House, circa 1890
  4. Schwenn House, 1902
  5. Railroad Depot, 1895
  6. The “Friendly” Store, originally 1856
  7. Opera House, 1903
  8. Rowley House, 1868
  9. Wolf House, 1868
  10. American Hotel, 1867
  11. Weinberg/Schroeder Building, 1868
  12. Burmeister Livery Stables, originally 1893
  13. Tiedeman & Stricker Ponds
  14. Lemcke House, 1861
  15. Whittlesey House, 1855
  16. Heim Effigy Mound, circa 800 A.D.
  17. Ehrman Lustron House, 1949
  18. Pheasant Branch School, 1896
  19. Palmer-Gault House, originally 1847
  20. Stamm House, 1847
  21. Blacksmith Shop, originally 1850
  22. The Boathouse Association, 1897 – 1898

]]> Downtown Historic Walking Trail https://visitmiddleton.com/location/historic-walking-trail/ Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:05:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/historic-walking-tour/ Discover the heart of Middleton through the Downtown Historic Walking Trail. Stroll through Middleton’s past through 15 historic locations.

See the list of sites below. View/download the full PDF brochure here, or view on Google Maps. Physical brochures are also available in the visitor center. 

  1. First High School, 1878
  2. Little White Church on the Hill, 1870
  3. Pierstorff House, circa 1890
  4. Schwenn House, 1902
  5. Railroad Depot, 1895
  6. The “Friendly” Store, originally 1856
  7. Opera House, 1903
  8. Rowley House, 1868
  9. Wolf House, 1868
  10. American Hotel, 1867
  11. Weinberg/Schroeder Building, 1868
  12. Burmeister Livery Stables, originally 1893
  13. DuFrenne Building, 1898
  14. Valecia Milk Company, 1914
  15. Mazo Egg Factory, 1957
Map showing Elmwood Ave and Terrace Ave in Middleton, WI, highlighting restaurants, businesses, hotels, parking, and points of interest with numbered markers.

]]> Hidden Cave Cidery https://visitmiddleton.com/location/hidden-cave-cidery/ Fri, 09 Jul 2021 23:13:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/hidden-cave-cidery/ Hidden Cave Cidery was founded by a local Wisconsinite, Walker Fanning, a University of Wisconsin-Madison grad with a dream to support local Wisconsin agriculture. He has worked for area orchards and “every bottle of Hidden Cave Cider is packed with Wisconsin apples. We love to use local honey from Mount Horeb, as well.”

The cidery opened in the summer of 2021 and is open to the public from 4-9 p.m. on Friday and 1-9 p.m. on Saturday. Patrons can enjoy the outdoor patio and one of four picnic tables (built by hand by Fanning and his tasting room manager) and enjoy some of Hidden Cave’s creations on the back patio. The indoor tasting room is also open throughout the winter and available for private events (reach out through email if interested). Check their website for weekend tasting events like special pairings. Leashed dogs are welcome!

]]> X-Golf Middleton https://visitmiddleton.com/location/x-golf/ Fri, 18 Jun 2021 01:50:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/x-golf/ Sharpen your competitive edge, or kick back and relax with your friends or family of all ages.

  • State of the art golf simulators
  • Golf lessons taught by PGA pros
  • World renowned courses
  • Club fittings and trade-in
  • Full bar with liquor and food
  • All ages and levels welcome
]]> Dongzhu Pottery Studio https://visitmiddleton.com/location/dongzhu-pottery-studio/ Fri, 18 Jun 2021 01:46:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/dongzhu-pottery-studio/
Dongzhu Pottery Studio is a creative and welcoming space filled with clay, throwing wheels, and pottery tools, where people can explore both the challenges and the magic of ceramics. The studio offers a variety of classes, welcoming beginners as well as providing opportunities for passionate artists to hone their craft. Dongzhu provides one-time drop-in sessions, wheel-throwing classes for all skill levels, and youth classes. The studio also hosts events and offers private lessons. View the class schedule here. 
Interested in learning more about the studio? Visit them during their walk-in open studio hours, 3 – 6 p.m. on Thursdays. Contact the studio directly if you’d like to visit outside of this time.

Click here for a full story about the studio!

]]> National Mustard Museum https://visitmiddleton.com/location/national-mustard-museum/ Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:58:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/national-mustard-museum-the/ Welcome to the world’s mustard mecca where you can taste, see and learn about mustard from all 50 states and more than 70 countries. Explore more than 7,000 jars, pots and tubes of mustard in the free museum, then take in the tasting bar to sample some of the most popular brands before picking out unique souvenirs to take home.

The National Mustard Museum has been featured on multiple TV shows, in articles and of course, during National Mustard Day, held annually on the first Saturday of August in Downtown Middleton.

Open seven days a week, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., downtown parking map available here.

]]> Middleton Bike Park & Pump Track https://visitmiddleton.com/location/middleton-bike-park/ Sat, 06 Aug 2016 00:21:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/bike-skills-park-mountain-bike-trails/ Explore Middleton by trail at the Middleton Bike Park!

The Middleton Bike Park is open to the public and has trails for the beginner (Fairway trail) as well as the experienced rider (Mulligan and Slice), with jumps and challenging obstacles and an advanced climb (Chipshot). The jump line is a series of four tabletops located at the eastern end of the property and the skills area is a selection of elevated “skinnies” located just below the jump line. Park maps and trail conditions are available through the City of Middleton’s Parks & Recreation Department, or at the end of this page. There are over four miles of single-track trails.

The new trailhead for the park is located at 4351 Schwartz Road. This network of mountain biking trails was built in 2010 in partnership between the City of Middleton and Capital Off Road Pathfinders (CORP) as part of an expansion of the Middleton parks system and are managed by the City of Middleton Parks & Recreation Department. 

The trails are free, open year-round and are a popular regional mountain biking destination. The trails connect to Blackhawk Ski Club Trails (membership required).

Pump Track

The Pump Track at Middleton Bike Park is the largest in the region and one of the largest in the state of Wisconsin. It opened spring 2024 and contains 15,000 square feet of space and 455 linear feet of ride lines and features seven berms, 21 rollers and one Wood Wall Ride feature.

The Pump Track is also a collaborative effort between the City of Middleton Parks & Recreation Department, CORP and Dane County.

Please be courteous to neighbors and other park users by observing the following guidelines:

  • For your safety, keep moving or move off the track
  • Be courteous to others
  • Wear a properly fitted helmet at all times
  • Please ride on pavement
  • Do not walk or ride on the grass inside the track
  • No night riding
  • No loud music

Hours

The Middleton Bike Park and Pump Track are part of the City of Middleton parks system and fall within regular park hours: open 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. This park does not have lights.

Current Conditions

Amenities

The trailhead to the Middleton Bike Park has a large paved parking lot and there are picnic tables and bench seating, as well as portable restrooms. There are currently no water fountains, so please bring your water bottles.

Events/Reservations

Email: parksandrec@cityofmiddleton.us

Phone: 608-821-8360

]]> Middleton Pump Track Grand Opening-Invite nonadult Pheasant Branch Conservancy https://visitmiddleton.com/location/pheasant-branch-conservancy/ Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:09:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/pheasant-branch-conservancy/ The 682-acre Conservancy protects Pheasant Branch Creek, which supplies Lake Mendota with 1,800 gallons of crystal-clear water every minute. Visitors will find extensive nature trails running throughout this pristine woods and wetlands.

See a list of resources to help you explore the Conservancy below:

]]> Visit Middleton | Trails and Pheasant Branch Conservancy nonadult Performing Arts Center https://visitmiddleton.com/location/performing-arts-center/ Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:06:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/performing-arts-center/ The beautiful new Performing Arts Center at Middleton High School is a work of art fit for many types of cultural performances, presentations or meetings. A distinctive glass exterior, designed by James Moravec of Potter Lawson, gives way to a stunning interior featuring wood paneling and brick.

]]> Middleton Visitor Center https://visitmiddleton.com/location/middleton-train-depot-museum/ Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:55:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/middleton-train-depot-museum/ The historic train depot in downtown Middleton is home to the Middleton Visitor Center and Visit Middleton tourism offices. Find maps, brochures, visitor guides and more travel materials here for free, as well as a curated display of railroad photographs and items by the local Middleton Historical Society and just a short walk from the Rowley House Museum. The depot is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Closed weekends and during city holidays.

Its history
There was no settlement at what is now downtown Middleton until 1856 when the Milwaukee & Mississippi Railroad selected that location for its new rail line and depot. Development then shifted from the Pheasant Branch area, which had been a thriving settlement. Businesses spurred by the depot included three hotels, stockyards and warehouses. Until the 1870s, large quantities of wheat were shipped to market from the Middleton station.

The present building, which was built in 1895, is the third depot – the first two were lost to fires. The depot continued as a passenger station for the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul Railroad until 1960 and as a freight depot until 1975. In that year, Middleton purchased the building for a senior citizens center. The depot was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995.

]]> Middleton Historical Museum (A.K.A. Rowley House) https://visitmiddleton.com/location/middleton-historical-museum/ Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:53:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/middleton-historical-museum/ The Rowley House Museum is housed in a historic landmark building that was built in 1868, and contains information, collections and artifacts donated by early settlers. See the exhibits, artifacts and photographs and learn about the men and women who built Middleton. Visit the Rowley House Museum’s website for the most current hours of operation or to book a tour.

The Rowley House is open from mid-April to mid-October:
Tuesdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

From mid-October to mid-April, contact them directly if you are interested in touring. 

]]> Visit Middleton | Middleton Historical Museum (Rowley House) nonadult Greenway Station Farmers Market https://visitmiddleton.com/location/greenway-station-farmers-market/ Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:50:00 +0000 https://visitmiddleton.com/location/greenway-station-farmers-market/ The Middleton Farmers’ Market at Greenway Station makes it easy to enjoy farm-fresh goodness throughout the growing season. Shop the Greenway Station Farmers’ Market rain or shine every Thursday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 1 to Oct. 2, for locally grown fruits, vegetables, and flowers, plus homemade baked goods, jams, cheeses, meats, and more.

Location:

The farmers’ market is located in the parking lot between Ancho and Agave restaurant and X-Golf. Just take Greenway Boulevard (east-west), turn (north) onto Deming Way, and take a left at X-Golf (on the left side of the road, and Cooper’s Hawk Restaurant and Winery is on the right).

Illustrative map of greenway station shopping complex, delineating store positions like marshalls, dsw, and golf galaxy along greenway boulevard.

]]> Visit Middleton | Greenway Station Farmers’ Market nonadult