Madison, Wisconsin – October 28, 2026 -- Delta Beer Lab, the Madison-area brewery at 167 E. Badger Road, will end regular operations on Sunday, Oct. 25, after nearly eight years in business.
Final week brings drag queen bingo, trivia and a makers market
The brewery will host several events in its last week of operations, including drag queen bingo, a trivia night and a makers market. Its final beer, Supernova West-Coast IPA, will serve as a tribute to the brewery's journey.
Owner blames post-pandemic costs for the closure
Owner Tim "Pio" Piotrowski said rising ingredient, supply and freight costs hit the business once the pandemic's initial effects began to subside. He also cited persistent inflation that has reduced consumer spending nationally and locally, while operating costs, including labor, kept climbing. "We have ultimately run out of resources," he said.
Delta Beer Lab has been known as a space for community impact and inclusivity. It often hosted events that support the LGBTQ+ community and area nonprofits.
Limited hours after Oct. 25 will clear out the remaining inventory
During the following week, the brewery will open on limited hours to sell its remaining inventory and give customers a true last call. Delta Beer Lab will post details on those hours on its social media later this week.