There's always something going on Downtown. Throughout the year, a series of events bring thousands of people Downtown for fun, food and entertainment.
Here's a quick look at Downtown Appleton's Annual Events:
DEATH BY CHOCOLATE
College Avenue, (Valentine's Day) Thursday, February 14, 2008
Downtown becomes a dessert-lovers' paradise as restaurants feature their tasty treats.12 different restaurants feature a taste of their best chocolate goodies. 5:30 to 9:30 on Valentines day, tickets are $20.00 per person or $30.00 per couple -- and every two-some is a couple on Valentine's Day!
DOWNTOWN APPLETON GIVING HOPE
DOWNTOWN CARES
May 3-11, 2008
Look for the pink ribbons and shop downtown May 3-11, 2008. A percentage of proceeds from sales by businesses displaying the ribbon will be donated to the American Cancer Society in support of Breast Cancer programs and research. Enjoy all that Downtown Appleton has to offer while supporting a great cause!
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
College Avenue, May 26, 2008 at 9 a.m.
Help us remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
ART ON THE TOWN (formerly Artwalk)
3rd Friday of the Month: June, July, August and September from 6:00 – 9:00pm
Downtown's art museum, galleries, studios and stores open their doors to allow the public to experience their favorite or a brand new form of art! 14 venues featuring a variety of artist demonstrations, music and refreshments.
FLAG DAY PARADE
College Avenue, June 14, 2008 at 2 p.m.
Come enjoy the nation's largest Flag Day Parade as we celebrate America with bands, floats and other displays.
DOWNTOWN APPLETON FARM MARKET
College Avenue, every Saturday, June 21 – October 25
8:00am - 12:30pm
Experience the area's largest Farm Market with more than 95 vendors selling fresh fruits, flowers and vegetables, exotic meats and cheeses, breads and baked goods, specialty foods and handcrafted items along with live music and free newspapers. PLUS enjoy the restaurants, retail stores, the Building for Kids Children's Museum and all that Downtown Appleton has to offer!
NEW EVENT!
DOWNTOWN APPLETON ART MARKET
College Avenue, Third Saturday of the Month: June , July, August & September 8:00 AM - 12:30PM
Combining the success of Art on the Town and the Downtown Appleton Summer Market, ADI has created Art Market, a fine art and craft event to be held in June, July, August and September.
TIME WARNER CABLE CONCERT SERIES
College Avenue, Thursdays, in July and August. Move, groove and relax to the rhythm of 9 of the region's hottest bands during free concerts in Houdini Plaza. While Downtown, visit one of our more than 70 restaurants, pubs and clubs for a bite to eat or something cool to drink.
ART IN THE PARK
City Park, July 27, 2008
Check out artists' wares, grab a bite to eat or just sit back and relax to the music during the area's premiere art festival held in City Park.
OCTOBERFEST, LICENSE TO CRUISE & HERITAGE DAY, a program of the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce.
College Avenue, September 25, 26, 27, 2008 Three separate events on three different days that all add up to a weekend of great fun! Heritage Day kicks off on Thursday night with a free German-themed concert in Houdini Plaza followed by License to Cruise on Friday night when hundreds of classic cars line The Avenue. On Saturday, Octoberfest -- Appleton's biggest festival -- draws a 100,000 people Downtown to enjoy live music, arts and crafts, a family fun area and tons of mouth-watering festival food items.
www.octoberfestonline.org
DOWNTOWN APPLETON FARM MARKET
City Center Plaza (10 College Avenue)
Saturdays, November – March
9:00am - 1:00pm
The Downtown Appleton Farm Market will continue throughout the winter. Products will change each week, so don't miss out. The season will begin with fall veggies, squashes, lamb, elk, bison and other meats and poultry, breads and baked goods, quality handcrafted items, apples, shrimp & fish, jewelry, rugs, and more – along with live music and free newspapers. PLUS enjoy the restaurants, retail stores, the Building for Kids Children's Museum, and all that Downtown Appleton has to offer!
DOWNTOWN APPLETON CHRISTMAS PARADE
College Avenue, November 25, 2008
Begin your celebration of the holidays with this evening parade featuring bands, floats, local groups and, of course, Santa Claus himself.
THE DOWNTOWN COOL TROLLEY - 2008
Designed to fit the weekend warrior in all
of us. Running June through September
Thursday – Saturday, it's the perfect way to get around Downtown and to our beautiful Riverfront. Take the trolley to enjoy the sights, sounds and delicious smells of our vibrant area. TROLLEY HOURS*:
Thursday and Friday 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
*In July, the trolley will be making a special run on Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. -2 p.m. to offer you a new perspective on the lunch hour!
