Top city guide · 2026-06-03

Appleton Family Guide

The best family-friendly things to do in Appleton, from current activity picks to local events and city guides.

Explore top places to go, what is happening soon, and more ways to plan time with kids in Appleton.

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Best Places To Start

Featured places for families in Appleton right now.
Indoor Pick
Appleton Axe
Arcade / Gaming
1000 N Westhill Blvd, Appleton, WI 54914
5.0 / 5
Indoor Pick
Appleton Indoor Golf
Arcade / Gaming
1000 N Westhill Blvd, Appleton, WI 54914
5.0 / 5
Indoor Pick
Escape Room Wisconsin
Arcade / Gaming
1000 N Westhill Blvd, Appleton, WI 54914
4.9 / 5
Outdoor Pick
Appleton Farmer's Market
Community Event
Oneida St & Drew St, Appleton, WI 54911
4.6 / 5
Water Pick
Buckstaff Gardens
Park
1407 E Broadway, Appleton, WI 54915
4.6 / 5

What Families Can Do Here

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Arcade / Gaming
Appleton Axe
1000 N Westhill Blvd, Appleton, WI 54914
Appleton Indoor Golf
1000 N Westhill Blvd, Appleton, WI 54914
Lumberjack Johnny's - Appleton
1000 N Westhill Blvd, Appleton, WI 54914
Community Event
Appleton Farmer's Market
Oneida St & Drew St, Appleton, WI 54911

Current Family Events

What is happening soon in Appleton.
JUN04
Heid Music Summer Concert Series
JUN 04 · starts Jun 4
Free outdoor music concert at Jones Park with local bands, food trucks, and non-alcoholic beverages. Family-friendly dancing and entertainment from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Free · Ongoing
JUN06
Downtown Appleton Farm Market
JUN 06 · starts Jun 6
Weekly Saturday farmers market with 100+ local vendors selling fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, and hot food. Family-friendly with live music
Free · Ongoing
JUN13
Appleton Flag Day Parade
JUN 13 · starts Jun 13
Nation's oldest Flag Day Parade (75th anniversary) celebrating America's flag. Parade begins at 2:00 PM on College Avenue from State Street to Drew Street with 50,000+ spectators
Free

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