Things to Do in Downtown Green Bay 2023

 

Looking for something fun to do in downtown Green Bay? Any time of year, residents of Green Bay and surrounding Brown County towns can enjoy special events and holiday celebrations. The city offers something for everyone.

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Saturday Farmers Markets

From May to October in downtown Green Bay, residents enjoy a farmers market every Saturday morning with over 75 vendors. Each weekend features live music from local artists, with special events taking place throughout the season to feature local farmers, provide fun activities like wagon rides, and offer education to the community. This is a pet and family friendly event you will want to frequent all season long.

Holiday Season Kickoff

Welcome the holiday season with the rest of Green Bay each November with the lighting of the Peace Tree. The tree was planted in the heart of downtown Green Bay over 50 years ago in response to the Vietnam Way, and it lit each holiday season as a reminder of the need for peace on Earth. Special guest appearances and live music performances make for a memorable evening and a meaningful way to welcome the season.

Winter Market

With multiple dates throughout the winter season, the downtown Green Bay Winter Market takes place in the KI Convention Center. Shop for winter produce, baked goods, coffees & teas, cozy handcrafted goods, and more while supporting local community-owned businesses.

Prevea Green Bay Holiday Parade

A Green Bay tradition for over 35 years, the annual Prevea Green Bay Holiday Parade is a fun, family friendly special event to kick off the holidays. Festive floats are designed to go with the unique theme for the year, and the parade is also filled with high-flying balloons, Santa and his reindeer, marching bands, dancers, and more.

Cafe Crawl

Residents of Green Bay know how to stay warm and cozy during the intense Wisconsin winter. One way they do just that is with the Cafe Crawl, with a wintry morning trolley ride stopping to enjoy various hot drinks and snacks. Each trolley rider is given a punch card and can try free samples at each stop, meeting local baristas and discovering a new favorite local cafe.

Artfest Green Bay

What better way to enjoy a summer night in Green Bay than exploring local arts and culture downtown? Artfest Green Bay is a fundraiser for art murals and improvements in downtown, featuring art vendors, music, food, demonstrations, and more all weekend long.

St. Patrick's Day Parade

Bundle up and celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a fun parade through downtown. Music, fun floats, and more provide family friendly entertainment, and everyone is welcome at local favorite St. Brendan's Inn at the end, where you can enjoy food, entertainment, crafts, and more.

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