Weekend Workshop: Designing with Nature
2026-09-18 12:30 - 2026-09-20 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, 5607 County Rd, Spring Green8, WI, 53588, United States
Join design collaborative Art & Sons for an inspiring weekend at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin, with nature as muse and mentor. Participants will explore the iconic grounds, drawing from Frank Lloyd Wright’s design principles and the surrounding natural elements. Through thoughtful discussions on design, nature, and humanity’s place within both, attendees will experience Taliesin’s architectural brilliance in a deeply immersive way.

Weekend Workshop: Learning from the Land - Nature, Stewardship, and the Driftless Region
2026-09-25 12:30 - 2026-09-27 15:00 | Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, 5607 County Rd, Spring Green8, WI, 53588, United States
Immerse yourself in the landscape that inspired Frank Lloyd Wright and countless others! Explore the nature and culture of the unglaciated Driftless Area, tour the Taliesin estate with prairie and birding walks, experience sustainable farming in the Kitchen Garden, and learn more about the region’s conservation legacy.

Hidden History of the Capitol Square Walking Tour
2026-09-26 13:00 - 14:45, 2026-11-07 13:00 - 14:45 | History Maker Space, 1 S. Pinckney Street, Madison, WI, 53703
From Our Founders to Modern Madison: Rich History Awaits
Discover the rich history and untold stories of Wisconsin’s capital city as you journey through the streets of downtown Madison. Explore the historic Capitol Square and visit the former site of the American House, a modest hotel where state officials stayed during Madison’s earliest legislative sessions. Stop by the Argus Bar, a modern establishment housed in one of Madison’s oldest surviving commercial buildings—a building that was once home to the Argus newspaper.
Throughout the tour, your guide will discuss the various ways that generations of residents have viewed and shaped the landscape, revealing the many layers of our capital’s past—from its earliest inhabitants to its emergence and establishment as a thriving, modern city.
This beloved annual walking tour runs from spring through early fall, with scheduled dates on select Thursdays and Saturdays. Reserve your spot today.

Weekend Workshop: Taliesin Fellowship Experience
2026-10-02 12:30 - 2026-10-04 15:00 | Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, 5607 County Rd, Spring Green8, WI, 53588, United States
Step back into the world of the Taliesin Fellowship, the groundbreaking community Frank Lloyd Wright and Olgivanna Wright founded in 1932. This immersive workshop offers a glimpse into daily life as an apprentice at Taliesin, where living, learning, and creative practice were deeply intertwined. Explore the estate and landscape that shaped generations of apprentices, gather for afternoon tea in the historic Tea Circle, dine in the Hillside Dining Room, and enjoy entertainment in Hillside Theater. Through discussion, guided design activities, and time for reflection, participants will experience Wright’s holistic approach to education.

Gilda's Run/Walk
2026-10-04 08:00 - 13:00 | Gilda’s Club Wisconsin, 7907 UW Health Ct, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Join the Fun at Gilda’s Run/Walk 2026!
Looking for a feel-good, family-friendly event that makes a real difference? Lace up and join us Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Middleton for Gilda’s Run/Walk – or participate virtually from anywhere!
Choose how you’d like to participate: a 5K run (self-timed) or a 2-mile walk, then celebrate at the finish line with a picnic, music, and community fun.
We’ll be grilling up Ruth’s Chris burgers (veggie burger option available) and dishing out Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream for each registrant. Join the fun with strolling magic from James the Magician​​​​​, mascot appearances from: Mallards, Night Mares, and more!
This event is more than a run or walk. It’s about coming together to raise hope and support local families impacted by cancer. Every dollar raised stays right here in our community, helping Gilda’s Club Wisconsin provide free emotional support, education, and resources – all at no cost to members.
And don’t forget: top fundraisers will earn great prizes. So rally your friends, family, or coworkers and make every step count!
Note: Don’t miss out! Early Bird pricing and T-shirt ordering are only available until August 31, 2026.
Register by Monday, August 31st, at midnight to receive our early bird rate and an event t-shirt! (Adult: $35, Child: $25)
Participants who register after the early bird deadline will receive regular rates and a hat (Adult: $45, Child: $35)

Weekend Workshop: Yoga, Meditation, and Mindfulness
2026-10-16 12:30 - 2026-10-18 15:00 | Taliesin Preservation, 5607 County Road C, Spring Green, WI, United States
Step away from daily life and immerse yourself in a weekend of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin estate in Spring Green. Through guided sessions in asana (movement), pranayama (breathwork), meditation, and time in nature, you will experience the historic spaces and natural landscapes of this special place in an entirely new way. From sunrise to sunset, participants will have the opportunity to reset, rejuvenate, reflect, and enjoy connection by being with others in shared practices. No prior experience needed.

Weekend Workshop: Chocolates and the World of Cacao
2026-10-23 12:30 - 2026-10-25 15:00 | Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, 5607 County Rd, Spring Green8, WI, 53588, United States
Join Gail Ambrosius at Taliesin – Frank Lloyd Wright’s 800-acre estate in Spring Green – for a delicious dive into the art and science of chocolate-making! This hands-on culinary workshop invites participants to learn about chocolate cultivation, taste with all their senses, and craft bonbons and decadent desserts to savor and take home.

Weekend Workshop: Sourdough Breads with Regional Grains
2026-10-30 12:30 - 2026-11-01 15:00 | Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, 5607 County Rd, Spring Green8, WI, 53588, United States
Spend a weekend at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin estate in Spring Green learning how to bake sourdough breads with regionally grown, stone-milled grains! Discover the art of sourdough baking using time-honored techniques and regionally grown, stone-milled grains. Get hands-on practice mixing, shaping, and baking, sample your creations, and take home a sourdough starter, recipes, and tips—while learning how to support your local grain economy.

TeslaCon Steampunk Convention: Oz
2026-11-12 - 2026-11-15 | Madison Marriott West, 1313 John Q Hammons Drive, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Ready for an immersive experience you won’t ever forget? TeslaCon, the largest immersion steampunk convention in North America, is back and celebrates its 16th year with a trip to the Wonderful Land of OZ from Nov. 12 – 15 at the Madison Marriott in Middleton.
This year, teleport you back to 1896 into a realm of fantasy, and believe it or not, some very interesting Steampunk stories! With characters like Tik-Tok and the Wizard. Tickets are available for purchase here.
Come for the whole convention or just a day. There will be a Vendors’ Room with vendors from more than 15 states showing off Steampunk wares and designs for purchase.

Bockfest
2027-02-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Capital Brewery, 7734 Terrace Ave., Middleton, WI , 53562, Select a Country:
Mark your calendar for Saturday, Feb. 27, 2027, to celebrate the 30th annual Bockfest!
This annual event celebrates the beer release of Capital’s platinum award-winning Blonde Doppelbock and Maibock, live music, fish toss, 1K Running of the Blondes, and food for sale from local vendors. Click here for all the details on Bockfest and its traditions.
This is a 21+ event. Ticket purchase grants admission for one person. Must bring valid ID for ticket purchase and day of entry.
Tickets range from $15 – $35, with multiple Middleton hotels offering tickets free with stay.
Visit visitmiddleton.com/event/bockfest for more information.
