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We hope you will join us for some of these fun events and activities! Check back later for more events and things to do during the week!

  • Sunday, July 23, 2023: Children’s Week Kick-Off Event At Appleton Memorial Park
    Join us for our kick-off party taking place during our Kids Fun Run (which will be a color run) at Memorial Park. Ages 2-12 are invited to come out and participate in the runs. Festivities start at 6:30 pm. Register here
  • July 26, 2023: FREE Annual Children’s Parade
    Start a new family tradition with the BFK Children’s Parade presented by ThedaCare on July 26! Kids and their families are invited to stroll down College Avenue in homemade costumes and non-motorized floats in a free parade all about them! Families and friends are encouraged to brainstorm a theme together and create their own costumes and floats. The parade will kick-off in Houdini Plaza at 6pm. After the parade, families are welcome to stay for a FREE concert by Randy Peterson, food trucks, and an award ceremony in City Park. Registration will be available this summer.
  • July 27 – 28, 2023: Annual Parks & Recreation Department’s Playground Fair
    • This is the BIGGEST Parks and Recreation Department special event of the year!! Our energetic Playground Leaders and local businesses/organizations sponsor two fun-filled days of carnival games, the trackless train, new and exciting inflatables, great food and entertainment. Visit the prize redemption center and cash in your tickets for fun prizes to take home with you.
    • LOCATION: Pierce Park
    • DATES: Thursday & Friday, July 27th and 28th from 2:00 – 8:00 pm
    • SPECIAL DATES: **Friday only from 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm we will open the Fair for families with children with special needs**

Weeklong Events

July 25, 2022
  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm : Bring in your piggy bank

    Johnson Financial Group, 222 W College Ave #2B, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Throughout Children’s Week, kids can stop by Johnson Bank with their change and run it thru the change counter. Kids who do this will also receive a goody bag.

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  • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm : FREE Range Balls for Kids

    Reid Municipal Golf Course, 1100 E Fremont St, Appleton, WI 54915, USA

    From 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. kids (ages 18 and under) can come and enjoy a free small bucket of range balls. We also have a limited number of youth clubs available for use if needed. 

    Call Reid Golf Course at 920.832.5926 with questions. 

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  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm : 50% off Children's Clothes & FREE Children's Books

    St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1924 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    Special for Appleton Children's Week!

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  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am : FREE Toddler Storytime

    Appleton City Center, 100 N Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the Appleton Public Library's Miss Teresa at Studio #3 on the 2nd floor of the City Center for stories, songs, rhythms, music, dancing and more for Appleton Children's Week!

    Ages: 0-3 (siblings welcome)

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  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am : FREE Toddler Storytime

    Appleton City Center, 100 N Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the Appleton Public Library's Miss Teresa at Studio #3 on the 2nd floor of the City Center for stories, songs, rhythms, music, dancing and more for Appleton Children's Week!

    Ages: 0-3 (siblings welcome)

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  • 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm : Make Bubble Wands

    Houdini Plaza, 100 W Lawrence St UNIT 307, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the Building for Kids for Appleton Children's Week! 

    Experiment with different objects to blow bubble. Then design and build your own bubble wand! This FREE event will take place in Houdini Plaza across from the BFK. No registration required.

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  • 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm : FREE Beginner Karate Class (Ages 7-12)

    The Academy Martial Arts Leadership, 220 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Experience the benefits of martial arts during Appleton Children's Week!

    *FREE uniform for the first 10 participants!

    For questions, call 920-830-2233

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  • 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm : FREE Beginner Karate Class (Ages 4-6)

    The Academy Martial Arts Leadership, 220 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Experience the benefits of martial arts during Appleton Children's Week!

    *FREE uniform for the first 10 participants!

    For questions, call 920-830-2233

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  • 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm : FREE Flick N Float: Encanto

    YMCA of the Fox Cities, 218 E Lawrence St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Enjoy a movie at the Boldt Pool for Appleton Children's Week! Call the YMCA with any questions at (920) 739-6135.

     The Details:

    • Families with children age 10 and under can visit the Appleton YMCA for free from July 25-30.
    • Each day we will offer a unique activity for children and families to participate in. 
    • Registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone.

    The Activities:

    • Monday - Flick-n-Float | 6:30-8:00 PM
    • Tuesday - Little Picassos | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Wednesday - Children's Fitness
      • Bug Yoga | 5:30-6:00 PM
      • Drums Alive | 6:00-6:30 PM
    • Thursday - Obstacle Course | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Friday - Craft Project | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Saturday - Sidewalk Chalk Art | 9:00 AM-NOON

    ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 18!

     Pre-registration is required for each day you wish to attend. This helps us ensure that all who wish will be able to participate.  

    https://www.ymcafoxcities.org/events/us-venture-childrens-week 

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July 26, 2022
  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm : Bring in your piggy bank

    Johnson Financial Group, 222 W College Ave #2B, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Throughout Children’s Week, kids can stop by Johnson Bank with their change and run it thru the change counter. Kids who do this will also receive a goody bag.

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  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm : Kid's Rummage Sale Sponsored by Fox Communities Credit Union

    Pierce Park, 1035 W Prospect Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    KIDS RUMMAGE SALE sponsored by Fox Communities Credit Union – Join us at Pierce Park from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for the annual Kids Rummage Sale! Youth ages 5-17 have reserved tables to sell gently used toys, games, clothes, and accessories while learning how to interact with people and conduct the sale of goods. Food and drink will be available at this event. 

    The Kid’s Rummage Sale is free and open to the public to attend!

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  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am : Soapy Sensory Play

    Houdini Plaza, 100 W Lawrence St UNIT 307, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the Building for Kids for Appleton Children's Week! 

    Experiment with different tools that make more bubbles and have some good clean fun! This FREE event will take place in Houdini Plaza across from the BFK. No registration required.

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  • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm : 20% off Admission

    Luv 2 Play Appleton, 4938 Integrity Way, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

    Enjoy 20% off admission all day for Appleton Children's Week! 

    For questions, call (920) 422-7529

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  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm : 50% off Children's Clothes & FREE Children's Books

    St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1924 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    Special for Appleton Children's Week!

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  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm : FREE Admission for Kids

    The History Museum at the Castle, 330 E College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Enjoy a FREE child admission with paid adult admission for Appleton Children's Week! Mention "children's week" to get discount.

    For questions, call 920-735-9370

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  • 11:00 am - 1:00 pm : FREE Ice Skating

    Community First Champion Center, 5000 W Champion Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

    Tuesday, July 26: 11am-1pm Come in from the heat and skate on the ice! Open to all ages. Skate rental, $3. Concessions available for purchase. Call (920) 659-5712 with questions.

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  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm : FREE YMCA Activity for Kids

    YMCA of the Fox Cities, 218 E Lawrence St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join us at the YMCA for a growth and development activity in the Plexus Room for Appleton Children's Week. Call the YMCA with any questions at (920) 739-6135.

     The Details:

    • Families with children age 10 and under can visit the Appleton YMCA for free from July 25-30.
    • Each day we will offer a unique activity for children and families to participate in. 
    • Registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone.

    The Activities:

    • Monday - Flick-n-Float | 6:30-8:00 PM
    • Tuesday - Little Picassos | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Wednesday - Children's Fitness
      • Bug Yoga | 5:30-6:00 PM
      • Drums Alive | 6:00-6:30 PM
    • Thursday - Obstacle Course | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Friday - Craft Project | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Saturday - Sidewalk Chalk Art | 9:00 AM-NOON

    ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 18!

     Pre-registration is required for each day you wish to attend. This helps us ensure that all who wish will be able to participate.  

    https://www.ymcafoxcities.org/events/us-venture-childrens-week 

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  • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm : Try Pickleball & Open Basketball

    Community First Champion Center, 5000 W Champion Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

    FREE for ages 17 and under and their families. Concessions available for purchase. Call (920) 659-5712 with questions.

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July 27, 2022
  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm : Bring in your piggy bank

    Johnson Financial Group, 222 W College Ave #2B, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Throughout Children’s Week, kids can stop by Johnson Bank with their change and run it thru the change counter. Kids who do this will also receive a goody bag.

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  • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm : FREE Indoor Batting Cages

    Play it Again Sports, 611 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI 54911

    FREE Indoor Batting Cages At Play It Again Sports Appleton – All Day! Kids 14 and under are invited to come enjoy free indoor batting cages during business hours, 9:00 am - 8:00 pm. For more information, contact Play It Again Sports at (920)735-0432.

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  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am : FREE Beginner Karate Class

    Karate America, W3173 Springfield Dr, Appleton, WI 54915, USA

    Have you ever thought about signing your child up for Karate? Come and try the FREE class during Appleton Children's Week from 9:30 - 10:00 am at Karate America East – W3173 Springfield Drive. For ages 4 and up.

    Call 920-733-3444 with questions.

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  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm : 50% off Children's Clothes & FREE Children's Books

    St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1924 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    Special for Appleton Children's Week!

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  • 10:30 am - 11:00 pm : FREE Preschool Storytime

    Scheig Center & Gardens, 1313 E Witzke Blvd, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the Appleton Public Library for an interactive story time featuring rhythms, songs, dancing and wonderful stories. Parents and caregivers can also look forward to learning early literacy tips to help their children gain essential skills for kindergarten readiness. Weather permitting, we'll be outside so bring anything you'd like to sit on such as outdoor blankets and chairs.

    Appleton Children's Week Activity

    Ages: 3-5 (siblings welcome)

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  • 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm : FREE Children's Fitness Class: Drums Alive

    YMCA of the Fox Cities, 218 E Lawrence St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the YMCA for a FREE class, Drums Alive in the Appvion Gym for Appleton Children's Week. Call the YMCA with any questions at (920) 739-6135.

     The Details:

    • Families with children age 10 and under can visit the Appleton YMCA for free from July 25-30.
    • Each day we will offer a unique activity for children and families to participate in. 
    • Registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone.

    The Activities:

    • Monday - Flick-n-Float | 6:30-8:00 PM
    • Tuesday - Little Picassos | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Wednesday - Children's Fitness
      • Bug Yoga | 5:30-6:00 PM
      • Drums Alive | 6:00-6:30 PM
    • Thursday - Obstacle Course | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Friday - Craft Project | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Saturday - Sidewalk Chalk Art | 9:00 AM-NOON

    ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 18!

     Pre-registration is required for each day you wish to attend. This helps us ensure that all who wish will be able to participate.  

    https://www.ymcafoxcities.org/events/us-venture-childrens-week 

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  • 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm : FREE Children's Fitness Class: Bug Yoga

    YMCA of the Fox Cities, 218 E Lawrence St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the YMCA for a FREE class, Bug Yoga in the Appvion Gym for Appleton Children's Week. Call the YMCA with any questions at (920) 739-6135.

     The Details:

    • Families with children age 10 and under can visit the Appleton YMCA for free from July 25-30.
    • Each day we will offer a unique activity for children and families to participate in. 
    • Registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone.

    The Activities:

    • Monday - Flick-n-Float | 6:30-8:00 PM
    • Tuesday - Little Picassos | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Wednesday - Children's Fitness
      • Bug Yoga | 5:30-6:00 PM
      • Drums Alive | 6:00-6:30 PM
    • Thursday - Obstacle Course | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Friday - Craft Project | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Saturday - Sidewalk Chalk Art | 9:00 AM-NOON

    ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 18!

     Pre-registration is required for each day you wish to attend. This helps us ensure that all who wish will be able to participate.  

    https://www.ymcafoxcities.org/events/us-venture-childrens-week 

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  • 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm : Building for Kids Children's Parade – Walk the Parade

    Houdini Plaza, 100 W Lawrence St UNIT 307, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join us for the 13th annual BFK Children’s Parade presented by ThedaCare!

    Kids and their families are encouraged to stroll down College Avenue in themed costumes and non-motorized floats in a parade all about them. Families and friends are encouraged to come together to brainstorm their themes and create their own costumes and floats out of wagons, bikes, and strollers.

    The parade will kick-off in Houdini Plaza across from the Building for Kids, where we’ll be joined by special guests, Pete the Cat and Clifford! We’ll leave Houdini Plaza in waves starting at 6pm and make our way along the parade route to City Park. Awards will be given by our panel of judges for creativity, imagination, and confidence.

    After the parade, families are invited to stay for a FREE concert. A variety of food trucks will also be present with delicious treats and snacks.

    This is a FREE event, but registration is required.

    Register Here!

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  • 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm : Watch the Building for Kids Children's Parade

    West College Avenue, W College Ave, Appleton, WI, USA

    Watch the children's parade along College Ave. Parade route runs down College Ave. to Drew St. and ending at City Park.

    Enjoy a FREE concert and Food Trucks at City Park after!

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  • 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm : FREE Family Concert & Food Trucks

    City Park, 500 E Franklin St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

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July 28, 2022
  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm : Bring in your piggy bank

    Johnson Financial Group, 222 W College Ave #2B, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Throughout Children’s Week, kids can stop by Johnson Bank with their change and run it thru the change counter. Kids who do this will also receive a goody bag.

    See more details

    Add to your calendar

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am : Soapy Sensory Play

    Houdini Plaza, 100 W Lawrence St UNIT 307, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the Building for Kids for Appleton Children's Week! 

    Experiment with different tools that make more bubbles and have some good clean fun! This FREE event will take place in Houdini Plaza across from the BFK. No registration required.

    See more details

    Add to your calendar

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am : FREE Beginner Karate Class

    Karate America, W3173 Springfield Dr, Appleton, WI 54915, USA

    Have you ever thought about signing your child up for Karate? Come and try the FREE class during Appleton Children's Week from 9:30 - 10:00 am at Karate America East – W3173 Springfield Drive. For ages 4 and up.

    Call 920-733-3444 with questions.

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  • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm : 50% off Children's Clothes & FREE Children's Books

    St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1924 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    Special for Appleton Children's Week!

    See more details

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  • 11:00 am - 1:00 pm : FREE Ice Skating

    Community First Champion Center, 5000 W Champion Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

    Come in from the heat and skate on the ice! Open to all ages. Skate rental, $3. Concessions available for purchase. Call (920) 659-5712 with questions.

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  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm : FREE STEAM Sink or Float Experiments for School Aged Kids

    Scheig Center & Gardens, 1313 E Witzke Blvd, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the Appleton Public Library for Appleton Children's Week! This program will encourage students to embrace their creativity and innovation while exploring hands-on STREAM activities!

    Grades: K-6 (siblings welcome)

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  • 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm : FREE STEAM Sink or Float Experiments for School Aged Kids

    Scheig Center & Gardens, 1313 E Witzke Blvd, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Join the Appleton Public Library for Appleton Children's Week! This program will encourage students to embrace their creativity and innovation while exploring hands-on STREAM activities!

    Grades: K-6 (siblings welcome)

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  • 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm : APRD Playground Fair

    Pierce Park, 1035 W Prospect Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    This is the BIGGEST Parks and Recreation Department special event of the year!! Our energetic Playground Leaders and local businesses/organizations sponsor two fun-filled days of carnival games, the trackless train, new and exciting inflatables, great food and entertainment. Visit the prize redemption center and cash in your tickets for fun prizes to take home with you.

    • LOCATION: Pierce Park
    • DATES: Thursday & Friday, July 28th and 29th from 2:00 - 8:00 pm
    • SPECIAL DATES: **Friday only from 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm we will open the Fair for families with children with special needs**
    • FEE: $5.00 = 1 wristband* & 1 punchcard**, $2.00 = 1 punchcard** *The wristband allows for unlimited use of all inflatable rides and attractions during the two-day fair; must have for inflatable use **One (1) punchcard allows the holder the ability to play up to 10 carnival games; punchcard may not be used for inflatable rides/attraction

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  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm : FREE Kids Obstacle Course

    YMCA of the Fox Cities, 218 E Lawrence St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Run off some energy in an obstacle course in the McGuire Gym at the YMCA for Appleton Children's Week. Call the YMCA with any questions at (920) 739-6135.

     The Details:

    • Families with children age 10 and under can visit the Appleton YMCA for free from July 25-30.
    • Each day we will offer a unique activity for children and families to participate in. 
    • Registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone.

    The Activities:

    • Monday - Flick-n-Float | 6:30-8:00 PM
    • Tuesday - Little Picassos | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Wednesday - Children's Fitness
      • Bug Yoga | 5:30-6:00 PM
      • Drums Alive | 6:00-6:30 PM
    • Thursday - Obstacle Course | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Friday - Craft Project | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Saturday - Sidewalk Chalk Art | 9:00 AM-NOON

    ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 18!

     Pre-registration is required for each day you wish to attend. This helps us ensure that all who wish will be able to participate.  

    https://www.ymcafoxcities.org/events/us-venture-childrens-week 

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  • 5:40 pm - 6:40 pm : FREE Bike Helmets

    Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, 2400 N Casaloma Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

    The Neuroscience Group will be distributing free bike helmets (limited quantities) prior to the Timber Rattlers baseball game for Appleton Children's Week!

    https://www.milb.com/wisconsin

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July 29, 2022
  • 8:30 am - 5:00 pm : Bring in your piggy bank

    Johnson Financial Group, 222 W College Ave #2B, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Throughout Children’s Week, kids can stop by Johnson Bank with their change and run it thru the change counter. Kids who do this will also receive a goody bag.

    See more details

    Add to your calendar

  • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm : 50% off Children's Clothes & FREE Children's Books

    St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1924 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    Special for Appleton Children's Week!

    See more details

    Add to your calendar

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm : FREE Ice Skating

    Community First Champion Center, 5000 W Champion Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

    Come in from the heat and skate on the ice! Open to all ages. Skate rental, $3. Concessions available for purchase. Call (920) 659-5712 with questions.

    See more details

    Add to your calendar

  • 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm : APRD Playground Fair (Reserved for Families with Children with Special Needs)

    Pierce Park, 1035 W Prospect Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    This is the BIGGEST Parks and Recreation Department special event of the year!! Our energetic Playground Leaders and local businesses/organizations sponsor two fun-filled days of carnival games, the trackless train, new and exciting inflatables, great food and entertainment. Visit the prize redemption center and cash in your tickets for fun prizes to take home with you.

    • LOCATION: Pierce Park
    • DATES: Thursday & Friday, July 28th and 29th from 2:00 - 8:00 pm
    • SPECIAL DATES: **Friday only from 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm we will open the Fair for families with children with special needs**
    • FEE: $5.00 = 1 wristband* & 1 punchcard**, $2.00 = 1 punchcard** *The wristband allows for unlimited use of all inflatable rides and attractions during the two-day fair; must have for inflatable use **One (1) punchcard allows the holder the ability to play up to 10 carnival games; punchcard may not be used for inflatable rides/attraction

    See more details

    Add to your calendar

  • 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm : APRD Playground Fair

    Pierce Park, 1035 W Prospect Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    This is the BIGGEST Parks and Recreation Department special event of the year!! Our energetic Playground Leaders and local businesses/organizations sponsor two fun-filled days of carnival games, the trackless train, new and exciting inflatables, great food and entertainment. Visit the prize redemption center and cash in your tickets for fun prizes to take home with you.

    • LOCATION: Pierce Park
    • DATES: Thursday & Friday, July 28th and 29th from 2:00 - 8:00 pm
    • SPECIAL DATES: **Friday only from 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm we will open the Fair for families with children with special needs**
    • FEE: $5.00 = 1 wristband* & 1 punchcard**, $2.00 = 1 punchcard** *The wristband allows for unlimited use of all inflatable rides and attractions during the two-day fair; must have for inflatable use **One (1) punchcard allows the holder the ability to play up to 10 carnival games; punchcard may not be used for inflatable rides/attraction

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  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm : FREE Kids Craft for School Aged Kids

    YMCA of the Fox Cities, 218 E Lawrence St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Fun craft for kids for Appleton Children's Week. Call the YMCA with any questions at (920) 739-6135.

     The Details:

    • Families with children age 10 and under can visit the Appleton YMCA for free from July 25-30.
    • Each day we will offer a unique activity for children and families to participate in. 
    • Registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone.

    The Activities:

    • Monday - Flick-n-Float | 6:30-8:00 PM
    • Tuesday - Little Picassos | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Wednesday - Children's Fitness
      • Bug Yoga | 5:30-6:00 PM
      • Drums Alive | 6:00-6:30 PM
    • Thursday - Obstacle Course | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Friday - Craft Project | 5:30-7:00 PM
    • Saturday - Sidewalk Chalk Art | 9:00 AM-NOON

    ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 18!

     Pre-registration is required for each day you wish to attend. This helps us ensure that all who wish will be able to participate.  

    https://www.ymcafoxcities.org/events/us-venture-childrens-week 

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  • 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm : Postgame Kid Run the Bases & Fireworks

    After the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers baseball game kids can run the bases and enjoy a firework display. 

    Game starts at 6:40 and tickets can be purchased online.

    Please note, end of game is an estimate. 

    https://www.milb.com/wisconsin

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July 30, 2022
  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm : Sidewalk Chalk Art

    YMCA of the Fox Cities, 218 E Lawrence St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

    Come see a chalk art masterpiece in the making with artist Amanda Zehren on the sidewalk in front of the YMCA for Appleton Children's Week. Call the YMCA with any questions at (920) 739-6135.

    Meet the artist, Amanda Zehren! – How did you became a sidewalk chalk artist?
    One day 10 years ago I was walking down the Walmart toy aisle trying to find something fun to bring home for the kiddos. I saw a box of sidewalk chalk that was different than any box I'd ever seen before. It had a black piece in it! When I saw that, it hit me like an epiphany. I could do anything with chalk that I can do with any other medium. So I brought the box home and stole my sons Nintendo pamphlet. I selected a picture of Mario jumping out of a wall knowing I had a vertical concrete wall behind my apartment. I chalked the Mario in 3D jumping out of it and it turned out so cool that I realized I was on to something. So I started a one woman movement where I made a list of friends and family where I would just randomly surprise tag their sidewalks in front of their homes. I made fun cartoon characters with cute messages. While I was on that mission, Sidewalk chalk competitions started popping up all over the state, so I started competing. And I won some too! Alas, I don't do the competition's anymore as the competitive aspect lost its appeal, but I still do political activist pieces and fun commissions.

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  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm : 50% off Children's Clothes & FREE Children's Books

    St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1924 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

    Special for Appleton Children's Week!

    See more details

    Add to your calendar

  • 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm : Postgame Kid Run the Bases & Fireworks

    After the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers baseball game kids can run the bases and enjoy a firework display. 

    Game starts at 6:40 and tickets can be purchased online.

    Please note, end of game is an estimate. 

    https://www.milb.com/wisconsin

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