Family events in Fox Cities, WI

Bring your child (ages 3 to 5) and a parent or guardian for 1000 Little Wonders, a family class with stories, outdoor exploration, and a themed craft. The program includes both indoor and outdoor activities, and crafts are reserved for registered children in the 3 to 5 age range. Class size is limited, and the event is free.

Food Truck Friday brings together a lineup of food trucks with live music. Find Genuine Deli Co., Global Eats, JTR's SnoBiz, Locally Sauced, Mile High BBQ, and Caribbean Taste, with music performed by Seth Williams.

Check out the Integrity Car Show in Neenah, running from early evening into the night. Car show participants will enter from the east off Langley Blvd, and the commercial street entrance will be closed to help create more parking space. Spectators are welcome to park in the Four Seasons parking lot, and attendees are asked to use caution when crossing Commercial St.

Spend an evening at the preserve discovering the frogs and toads that call this place home. The program begins with an indoor talk, then moves outside for pond dipping to search for frogs, tadpoles, and aquatic insects. Water shoes or rain boots are recommended if you have them. Each program date features the same activities, and one ticket covers an entire household. Cancellations are nonrefundable, though substitutes are welcome. If Bubolz cancels due to low registration, refunds will be provided. For questions, email Rhiley at publicprograms@bubolzpreserve.org.

At Houdini Plaza, Mischief and Magic adds playful flair to the market with face painting and balloon animal creations for visitors. Marketgoers can find colorful painted designs and whimsical balloon art as part of the experience.

Bring the kids out for the Otter Street Fishing Club's Kids Fisheree at Menominee Park. This free event welcomes children ages 3 to 12 and includes entry into the fishing contest for pre-registered kids, plus lunch, worms to fish, and a door prize. Pre-registration is limited to the first 300 kids, and sponsored fishing gear is often available in addition to the contest basics.

Enjoy a full day of automotive excitement at the DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton with a showcase of classic cars, muscle cars, and custom builds. Packers legends Gilbert Brown, a Hall of Famer, and Super Bowl champion Santana Dotson will be on site for a meet and greet. All makes and models are welcome, with awards for the top three vehicles and a People’s Choice vote to select a crowd favorite. The event benefits the Fox Valley Veterans Council. More information is available at 920-903-8291.

Enjoy casual spinning and friendly battles at a weekly Beyblade X open play hosted at Gnome Games Appleton North. Arenas are provided, and players can bring their favorite Beys to face off with friends or meet new opponents. If you do not have a Beyblade, there is a wide selection to choose from. Participation is free.

The annual Festival of Friends, created in partnership with CoVantage Credit Union, is a free, open-to-all celebration for individuals, families, clients, volunteers, and anyone new to St. Joe’s. It highlights community spirit and honors the partners who help expand St. Joe’s reach to people facing food insecurity. Guests can enjoy carnival games at no cost, a bounce house, and yard games, along with information about programs and volunteer opportunities. A brat fry is provided by the St. Bernadette Knights of Columbus, and music and DJ entertainment come from YODJ. Complimentary family photos are offered by Painting with Light, and free face painting is available with Prism and Pop. For questions, contact Heather Du Vall at hduvall@stjoesfoodprogram.org or 920-734-9461 x309.

Adoptable dogs are available to meet at Petco on the first Saturday of each month.

Part of the Heart of the Valley Meet Your Neighbors series, this relaxed get-together centers on conversation and connection with the people who live nearby. There is no set agenda, no pitches, and no pressure, just time to talk and get acquainted with fellow community members. Attendees can come as they are, families are welcome, and the atmosphere is easygoing. The series also highlights Outagamie Action Teams, neighbor-led groups in Outagamie County that work together to strengthen their communities and make a difference close to home.

An ice cream social at Baskin-Robbins raises funds for Spring Road PTO. Contributions help provide school events and socials, birthday books, classroom supplies, staff appreciation, and other support for students and staff. The series takes place on two Saturdays each month throughout the summer, offering a sweet way to give back to the school community.

After a few years away, Vinyl Countdown returns to Mt. Orab for the Lunsford Park Summer Music Series, bringing high energy rock and roll as the opening act for Dirty Deeds. Attendees can bring chairs and family.

Ignite the Night launches the 2026 PGI Wisconsin Fireworks Festival in Kaukauna, Wisconsin with an Opening Night built around a Grand Opening Display of high energy, professionally choreographed fireworks. Precision, creativity, and impact drive a full-scale production that blends timing, design, and intensity from the first ignition to the final break. Led by top pyrotechnicians, this spectacle brings the sky to life, sets the tone for the week ahead, and kicks off a three-show festival experience.

The Rob Jackels Memorial Car Show brings a full day of car-themed fun to the Grignon Mansion. Enjoy a cookout, a basket raffle, music from a DJ, and games and activities for kids. Tours of the Grignon Mansion are available at the regular admission rate. All proceeds from the event support the Friends of the Grignon Mansion. Show vehicle registration is $15 per show vehicle, and class details for 2026 will be announced soon.

Play more for less with a recurring special featuring half-price games. It is a simple way to enjoy extra fun with friends or family without stretching the budget.

Autism Equine Camp provides a supportive, engaging setting where autistic children connect with horses, build confidence, and learn through hands-on experiences. Campers meet, brush, and walk horses, explore sensory activities, take part in crafts and games in the barn, and try a horse simulator before riding a real horse. Led by certified instructors, an occupational therapist, and a caring team of staff and volunteers, the camp is designed to support each child’s unique strengths and needs. This day is part of a three day camp session, with each week serving a separate group of participants. Families are assigned to one of three daily sessions, and the assigned time stays the same across all three days. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. For details or to register, contact 920-851-6160 or incbeaming@gmail.com.

Enjoy stories, rhymes, and other literacy-building adventures with your preschooler. Siblings are welcome, and caregivers are required to attend and participate with their child, since drop-offs aren’t allowed. The group meets in the library’s Lower Level.

Make Mondays more fun with a two-for-one carousel ride special. Buy one ride at the ticket booth and receive a second ride at no extra cost.

This weekly Disney Lorcana open play session offers a relaxed setting to try new deck ideas, trade cards with fellow players, and enjoy casual games. Participation is available with the purchase of a Disney Lorcana booster pack or another Disney Lorcana product.

This weekly Disney Lorcana tournament offers three rounds of play. The entry fee is $10. Each match win awards a pack.

Enjoy a two-for-one bumper car special on Tuesday. Purchase tickets at the ticket window.

A large, family-friendly community celebration hosted by the Menasha Joint School District marks the start of the school year. Students, families, staff, and neighbors gather for food, activities, music, and time to reconnect before classes begin. Food trucks are a centerpiece, with Legendairy Cookies N' Creamery, Luigi's Pizza & Pasta, 4 Schmidts & Giggles BBQ, and On The Fritz Concessions serving throughout the event. Enrolled MJSD students will receive food vouchers that can be redeemed for specific items at participating trucks. Any total beyond the voucher amount will be paid by the customer. Vendors will also process regular cash and credit purchases from attendees, and the bash typically draws a big crowd that keeps the lines moving and the atmosphere lively.

Tria Frog Treats returns to Pints at Plamann in Plamann Park with an expanded lineup of sweets. The menu highlights mini loaded pancakes, cotton candy, and cheesecakes in a can. This follow-up to the first year brings even more treats for dessert lovers.

Autism Equine Camp offers a warm, hands-on setting where autistic children can build confidence while connecting with horses. Campers meet, brush, and walk horses, enjoy sensory activities, make barn themed crafts, play games, and try a horse simulator before transitioning to a ride on a live horse. Certified instructors, an occupational therapist, and a caring team of staff and volunteers provide support tailored to each child’s strengths and needs. It is one day within a three day camp, and two separate three day sessions are available, each serving a different group of participants. Each child is placed in one of three daily sessions and remains in the same session across all three days. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. For details or registration, call 920-851-6160 or email incbeaming@gmail.com.

Bring your little one and an accompanying caregiver for a Baby & Toddler Storytime filled with songs, stories, movement, and finger plays. The weekly sessions share the same content, and siblings are welcome to join in. Caregivers are required to participate, since drop-offs are not allowed. There may be photos or videos taken for promotional purposes, so let staff know if you prefer not to be included.

Connect with fellow Trainers at a weekly Pokémon League centered on the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming for all ages and experience levels. New players can learn the basics and get comfortable at the table, while experienced competitors can fine tune strategies and improve their decks. Enjoy friendly matches, meet new people, and grow your knowledge of the Pokémon TCG in a relaxed setting.

Downtown Kaukauna hosts a farmers market featuring more than 30 vendors offering local produce, flowers, artisan crafts, and baked goods. Food trucks provide additional options, and activities are available for all ages. After shopping or enjoying a meal, visitors can make their way to Hydro Park for live music.

Hydro Park in Downtown Kaukauna hosts a weekly summer concert series with a rotating mix of live music. This show spotlights Karen’s Hit List, serving up nostalgic favorites from the 90s and 2000s. The concerts are family friendly and free to attend, and beverages are available for purchase on site. Attendees can bring lawn chairs, sunglasses, and dancing shoes for an easygoing evening of entertainment.

Gain insight into Hearthstone’s Queen Anne Style architecture on a guided tour of a residence designed by William Waters. Learn about the hallmarks of the Queen Anne tradition and see how they are expressed throughout this house. If weather allows, the experience begins and concludes outdoors, focusing on the exterior and a recent comprehensive restoration, then continues inside to examine the interior along with Eastlake and Arts and Crafts features. Tickets cost $15 and are available exclusively through the website.

Shattuck Park hosts the finale of the Future Neenah Evening Concert Series with Murphy's Law, a Neenah original featuring the Murphy boys performing favorite hits. Presented by Richard and Amy Jo Aylward, this concert is free to attend thanks to Menasha Corporation. In accordance with City of Neenah rules, alcohol is not permitted in the park. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from Luigis On the Go, Caribbean Taste, Grazing a Go Go, and Beverly Ann's Cookies. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Free parking is available nearby. If weather becomes an issue, the concert will move indoors to the DoubleTree Neenah Hotel. Appreciation goes to the Stage Sponsor, the Jewelers Mutual Impact Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, along with Supporting Sponsors Anderson Sod Farm, Portside Builders, Badger Labs, and the Neenah Boat and Dock Club. The event offers an evening of entertainment in Downtown Neenah, with a variety of restaurants and shops within walking distance of the park. More information is available on the Future Neenah website.

Experience the second night of Ignite the Night at PGI 2026 with a look into PGI member nights. The evening features competition shows, junior pyrotechnics displays, and work from competitive shell builders in an easygoing setting. Expect variety, excitement, and fireworks that keep coming. Taking place at Wisconsin International Raceway.

Join the community for an all-ages, no-experience-necessary drum circle where everyone is welcome to participate. The session runs in the evening and is a fun, recreational way to make music together and support community well-being.

Phoenix Con 5 brings gamers together at the Hilton Appleton Paper Valley Hotel for a wide range of activities and community fun. Explore a vendor hall with more than 40 sellers and a card show, dive into tabletop role playing sessions, board games, video games, and social deduction games, and take part in the Role Play Experience, also known as RPEX. Enjoy a mini arcade with over 20 cabinets, a cosplay contest, a boffer room, social events, seminars, special guests, and more. Badges are available in advance or at the door. Parking is available in the Red Ramp across the street from the hotel. First-time attendees are welcome. Plan to bring some spending money, your dice, and a light sweatshirt, and if you are booking a room, use code 90P for a discount.

Enjoy a buy one, get one free deal on 18 hole mini golf. Redeem the offer by purchasing at the ticket booth.

Celebrate community with a neighborhood gathering filled with activities for all ages. Meet members of the Fire and Police Departments, move to the beat with Drums Alive, and enjoy outdoor games, face painting, bubbles, and inflatables. Sweets and bites are available, with the ATW Ice Cream Truck on site and the Bistro Bites food truck offering food for purchase. No registration is required to attend. Supported by ThedaCare.

Gnome Games Appleton North hosts a recurring casual BeybladeX 3v3 tournament designed to help players learn how organized play works. The focus is on match flow, battle rules, and basic tournament structure, using simplified guidelines adapted from the BeybladeX ruleset for easy entry. Competitors play a three round format in the Green BeybladeX Beystadium and use a deck of three BeybladeX tops. Entry is free, and participants should bring their own three BeybladeX beys.

Open to players of any age and experience, this casual chess gathering takes place on the library’s second floor. Boards and pieces are provided, and beginner-friendly coaching is available to help new players get comfortable or practice fundamentals. No registration is required, so simply drop in and enjoy a few games.