St.Patrick’s Day Happenings in Middleton
From green beer to corned beef to Irish dancers, here are some places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Middleton
Events
Gilda's Club of Madison
Get an early start on the festivities at Gilda's Club at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 2. Enjoy gravity-defying jumps, toe-tapping rhythms, and the rich tradition of Irish dance brought by the talented Trinity Irish Dance Academy of Madison, who have been spreading the joy of Irish dance since 1982. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public and all ages.
Craftsman Table & Tap
Craftsman Table & Tap has declared itself “Middleton’s St. Patrick’s Day Hub” with a list of free events and Irish specials this year, March 13-17, 2025.
- 5 - 8 p.m., March 14, Guinness Picture Pints: Have you ever seen your face on a pint of Guinness? Now’s the chance! Guinness reps will be available to transform favorite photos into an edible print on the velvety head of a pint.
- 2 p.m., March 15, Trinity Irish Dancers: Celebrate with the energy and artistry of the Trinity Irish Dancers.
- 4 - 6 p.m., March 16, Irish Music: Enjoy live music by The Currach Irish Trio.
- 5 p.m., March 17, Bagpipers: Come for food specials and a visit from bagpipers.
The Village Green
With green in the name, it's no surprise that The Village Green in Downtown Middleton has planned several St. Patrick's events.
- 6 - 8 p.m., March 10, Guinness Picture Pints & Trivia: Get a custom printed design on a draught pint of a Guinness. Stick around for Monday night (Guinness) trivia starting from 7 - 9 p.m.
- 9 - 11 p.m. March 15, Official Party and Live Music: This is the official St. Patrick's Day party at the Village Green! Enjoy live music from the O'Darby Irish Pub Band.
- 2 - 2:45 p.m., March 17, Bagpipers: Celebrate the holiday with a live bagpiper performance. And come back that evening for Irish trivia 7 - 9 p.m.
Food Specials
Craftsman Table & Tap
Start the festivities on Thursday, March 13, with a four-course tasting dinner featuring classic Irish dishes like seafood pie and lamb colcannon paired with Irish stouts, whisky, and coffee. Tickets cost $70 and are available for purchase here. Craftsman Table & Tap will also have corned beef and cabbage available from Saturday, March 15, through Monday, March 17.
Longtable Beer Cafe
From Thursday, March 13, to Monday, March 17, Longtable Beer Cafe invites guests to enjoy hearty specials such as bangers and mash, a corned beef sandwich, and the Irish board, which combines the best of both dishes. These offerings highlight local ingredients, including meats from Fox Heritage Farms, locally grown potatoes, Clasen's bread, and mustard from the Mustard Museum. Pair the meal with a McFleshman’s dry Irish stout on tap, and finish with a delicious chocolate mint budino for dessert. Learn more about these dishes here.
Hubbard Avenue Diner
Hubbard Avenue Diner is offering sweet and savory St. Patrick's Day specials. Try the March pie of the month — Irish Cream, with chocolate ganache, Irish cream filling, coffee whipped cream, and green shamrock sprinkles — any time this month. Hubbard will also serve corned beef and cabbage on March 17, and shamrock frosted cookies. For sandwiches off the regular menu, enjoy a classic Reuben or the vegan "Sheldon" with grilled marinated tofu.
The Village Green
The Village Green has a full lineup of Irish food specials from Monday, March 10, to Monday, March 17.
- Tuesday, March 11 - Potato tacos
- Wednesday, March 12 - Cottage pies
- Thursday, March 13- Irish stew
- Friday, March 14- Irish fish fry
- Saturday, March 15 - Bangers and mash
- Sunday, March 16 - Cottage pies
- Monday, March 17- Corned beef and cabbage
Coopers Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Enjoy classic St. Patrick's Day foods with fine-dining at Coopers Hawk Winery & Restaurant. On Sunday, March 16, and Monday, March 17, guests can enjoy corned beef sliders or corned beef and cabbage. Choose from one of the recommended wine pairings or from one of the more than 60 types of wine.
Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream
Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream offers a variety of festive and green flavors, including matcha green tea, mint avalanche, mint chip, pistachio nut, and Zanzimint. These flavors are available year-round but are perfect for ending the holiday on a sweet note.
Grape Water Wine Bar
Grape Water Wine Bar is joining the fun with a unique twist. On March 14 and 15, customers can enjoy green wine — just ask to add green food coloring to any glass of white wine (or even beer). Grape Water is closed on Monday so get in early for celebrations.
The Free House Pub
St. Patrick’s Day is a big deal at The Free House Pub! Enjoy a variety of drink specials alongside classic dishes like corned beef and cabbage and Reuben sandwiches.
Pauls Neighborhood Bar
Paul's Neighborhood Bar will celebrate St. Patrick's Day by serving a hearty helping of classic corned beef and cabbage on Monday, March 17.
Clasen's European Bakery
From the start of March until St. Patrick's Day on March 17, Clasen’s European Bakery is selling St. Patrick’s Day sugar cookies, Leprechaun chocolate bars, Irish soda bread, Claddagh marble rye, and caraway bread. Claddagh marble rye is dark and light rye dough rolled together and topped with caraway seeds and semolina. Caraway bread is a classic chewy sourdough rye bread with plenty of aromatic caraway seeds. Both perfect for a corned beef sandwich. Irish soda bread is that traditional Irish bread leavened with baking soda and buttermilk instead of yeast and studded with delicious golden raisins.
NA Drink Specials
Candy Cloud
After shopping at Greenway Station, stop by Candy Cloud for delicious March specials. Try the marshmallow charm ube, strawberry melon revibe, or the mint cookies 'n cream shake.
Barriques
Recharge with green and minty drinks from Barriques. The Green Monkey Smoothie is made with banana, green apple, spinach, honey, ginger, and almond milk for a refreshing and healthy treat. Or warm up with a pistachio mint latte featuring Barriques Forge Espresso, steamed milk, and a delightful mix of frosted mint and pistachio flavors.
Grace Coffee Co.
Start the morning with some caffeinated help from Grace Coffee Co. Sip on a matcha latte or a mint mojito matcha latte.
Le C’s Patisserie & Tea House
Le C's Patisserie & Tea House offers a diverse menu featuring handcrafted drinks, including green options like creamy matcha lattes, smoothies, and teas. With various customizable choices, including sugar levels, milk alternatives, and flavor add-ins, every drink is perfectly tailored to individual preferences.
Modified March 12, 2025