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October at Mad Macks: Oktoberfest, Halloween Rides & Fresh Fall Beers

Grab your steins, dust off your costumes, and get your crew together. October at Mad Macks brings an Oktoberfest celebration, a Halloween brewery bike crawl, fresh beer releases, and plenty of reasons to settle into the taproom along the way.

Here’s what’s coming up this month.

Raise a Stein at Oktoberfest

Saturday, October 10 | All day, with festivities starting at 2 PM

PROST! We’re celebrating Oktoberfest with the release of Lagergeist Märzen, pierogies from Chef Aanika, live music, and a little friendly competition. Bring your appetite, your stein-holding stamina, and someone worth challenging.

The lineup:

2 PM: Festivities kick off with our Märzen beer release
3 PM: Pierogi food stand with Chef Aanika
4 PM: Keg competitions
5 PM: Stein competitions
5:30–7:30 PM: Live music from Alec Bear
All day: Weighted Mug Challenge

Introducing the After School Special

Every Monday | 4–5 PM

Teachers and school staff, this one’s for you. Clock out, grab your coworkers, and head to Mad Macks for a well-earned break. Our new teacher happy hour features $1 off all beverages every Monday from 4–5 PM.

You handle the classroom. We’ll handle the next round.

Costumes, Bikes & Brewery Stops

Halloween Brewery Bike Crawl | Saturday, October 31 | 9 AM–3 PM

Three breweries, ten miles, and a very good excuse to ride in costume.

Join us for an adults-only Halloween bike crawl from Mad Macks to Barrels to Prost, with relay races, a costume contest, and beer stops along the way. Round up your riding crew and come ready for a little Halloween chaos.

Adults only. Gravel bikes preferred.

Your Monthly Taproom Favorites

Story Hour with My Book Cellar

Wednesdays, October 7 & 21 | 4–5 PM

A little story time for the kids, a little happy hour for the grown-ups. Join My Book Cellar for Story Hour while parents enjoy $1 off all beers and kids receive a coupon for a sweet treat from Early Dogs.

Mad Macks Comedy Night

Thursday, October 15 | Doors at 6:30 PM | Show at 7 PM

Hosted by Salty B, our free taproom comedy night brings local laughs and good beer together on the third Thursday of the month. Come support live comedy and settle in for a night out. Tips are appreciated!

Stitch N’ Bitch

Sundays, October 4 & 18 | 4–6 PM

Bring whatever you’re working on and pull up a chair. Knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing—makers of all skill levels are welcome on the first and third Sundays of the month.

Silent Book Club

Sundays, October 11 & 25 | 4–6 PM

Make a little room for reading. Join us on the second and fourth Sundays for casual book talk, quiet independent reading, and an informal book swap to refresh your shelves.

Keep Your Weekly Favorites on the Calendar

Mondays: After School Special for teachers and school staff, 4–5 PM; Trivia at 7 PM
Tuesdays: Bingo at 7 PM
Wednesdays: Wiener Wednesday, all day
Fridays: Buy two crowlers, get one free, all day

October live music | 5:30–7:30 PM

Saturday, October 10: Alec Bear
Saturday, October 17: 50 Shades of Gary

There’s no live music scheduled for October 3, 24, or 31.

Fresh from the Tanks

Lagergeist Märzen | 6.5% ABV

Releasing October 10 at Oktoberfest

Lagergeist means “Spirit of the Lager,” and this one has a little mischief in its soul. Our lighter take on the classic amber Märzen brings toasted bread crust, a touch of caramel sweetness, and a hint of honey. Smooth, crisp, and ready for a spot in your stein.

Blakes Brown Trout | 5.2% ABV

Release date to be announced

Meet our first English Brown ale. Expect a malt-forward beer with notes of toasted bread, nuts, and caramel, with a possible touch of chocolate. Gentle hop bitterness balances the sweetness, while a smooth, medium body makes it easy to sip.

Pale of Deception | 5.3% ABV