Plan your day around the draft: Friday, April 25

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Discover what Northeast Wisconsin has to offer while visiting the NFL Draft. Locals and out-of-town visitors will find more events for families today.

Events are listed chronologically by start time. Doors or gates may open earlier than the time listed.

6 a.m.-9 p.m.: Wisconsin Classics Food Tour by Present Palooza

Discover 5 first-round picks for classic Wisconsin food you must try during your visit. Make a day of it or visit each location at your convenience. Establishments and foods a surprise; addresses and hours of operation will be provided. Tickets provide meals for 2. Tickets: https://presentpalooza.com.

8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: 2025 Draft Food Drive, Fox Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau, 213 S. Nicolet Rd.

Photo opportunity with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (’s cardboard cutout). Each donation is tallied based on the contributor’s favorite football team, with the winning team announced at the end of April.

8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Draft Days Zip Camp. NEW Zoo & Adventure Park, 4378 Reforestation Rd., Suamico

For kids 6 and older (height & weight requirements waived for this special program). $40 per child (discount for Zoo Pass/Adventure Park members). Snack provided; students should bring a water bottle. Registration required https://newzoo.org/education/creature-camps

8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.: Draft Days Creature Camp. NEW Zoo & Adventure Park, 4378 Reforestation Rd., Suamico

For 1st through 4th graders. $45 per child (discount for Zoo Pass members). Snacks provided; students should bring lunch and a water bottle. Registration required https://newzoo.org/education/creature-camps

9 a.m.-12 p.m.: Future Season Ticket Holder Event, The Children’s Museum of Green Bay, 1230 Bay Beach Rd.

Interactive activities and creative challenges, including non-contact drills for football skills, health & wellness combine, design your fan gear, tailgate-inspired games. Sign up for the Green Bay Packers season ticket waiting list. Tailgate with your family in the museum’s back parking lot (no alcohol allowed).

9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Bart Starr Super Bowl 1 Corvette Showcase, Automobile Gallery & Event Center, 400 S. Adams St.

More than 80 classic automobiles, including quarterback Bart Starr’s Goodwood Green Corvette (see our Action 2 News report) and a one-of-a-kind collection of James Bond cars. $15 admission.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, 7001 Gass Lake Rd., Manitowoc

Wisconsin’s premier agricultural museum and discovery center extends hours and opportunities for NFL Draft visitors, a blind cheese taste test and other cheese-themed activities and up-close encounters with piglets. You may also see a cow give birth and virtually drive a harvester to gather crops. Friday and Saturday at 11 a.m., you can board a bus for a guided tour of a working dairy farm (subject to availability; tickets are first-come, first-serve). Farm-to-table breakfast and lunch options available 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Farm Wisconsin Café.

9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Neville Public Museum, 300 Museum Place

Exhibits include “Delay of Game: African American Football Players in Titletown,” looking at these players’ experiences, struggles and impacts in the community, and “Lens Legends: The Green Bay Packers Legacy Through Photos and Film” with collections from Otto Stiller and Henry “Hank” Lefebvre, Press-Gazette and News Film showcasing the community history of the Packers. Admission $6-12.

9 a.m.-11 p.m.: Let’s Get the Party Started, Military Avenue Inc., 1862 S. Military Ave.

Live entertainment, food trucks, beverage tents, market, “Get Around Green Bay” information booth for visitors.

10 a.m.-1 p.m.: Booyah Battle & Kringle Combine, Washington St.

12 nonprofits serve up Wisconsin’s favorite: booyah! Plus other local specialties, including award-winning Uncle Mike’s Bake Shoppe kringles (and never-before made flavors!). Polka music. Soda, water, alcoholic beverages available. $3 for 6 oz. of booyah, with proceeds divided among the nonprofits.

10 a.m.-12 a.m.: Volunteer firefighters booyah sale, corner of Holmgren Way and Mike McCarthy Way

Wayside and Morrison volunteer fire departments have cooked up 18 kettles of Wisconsin-famous chicken booyah! Gluten-free. $10/bowl. Covers available for booyah-to-go. Cash or credit cards accepted. Located near Stadium View and The Bar.

Wayside volunteer firefighter promotes a booyah sale fundraiser during the NFL Draft(Wayside Volunteer Fire Department)

10 a.m.-2 a.m.: Taproom Takeover, Titletown Brewing Company, 320 N. Broadway

Open before and after the draft festivities. Enjoy craft beer and Delta-9 cocktails in the beer hall or rooftop Sky Lounge. Brewery tours every hour 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

11 a.m.-9 p.m.: Draft End Zone Food Truck Alley, 610 Broadway

From soul food and tacos to sweet treats and international bites — we’ve got the flavors you didn’t know you were craving.

11 a.m.-11 p.m.: The Green Zone Green Bay Draft Party, 2145 S. Oneida St.

Private party with player appearances and autographs, including Sam Barrington, Kevin Barry, Earl Dotson, Doug Evans, Antonio Freeman, Ahman Green, DuJuan Harris, Sean Jones, Dorsey Levens, Andre Rison, Bill Schroeder. Standing bar with drinks and cocktails available, Sloppy Hog Green Bay Veteran BBQ food truck. VIP access available. Tickets. Player schedules and appearances subject to change.

11 a.m.-2 a.m.: Legacy Green Bay Ultimate VIP Experience, Legacy Hotel, 1004 Brett Favre Pass

Player and celebrity autograph sessions, live podcasts with iconic personalities, “Green & Gold” movie screenings. Celebrity lineup includes (alphabetically): Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Drew Brees, Gilbert “The Gravedigger” Brown, Santana Dotson, Antonio Freeman, Doug Gottlieb, Ahman Green, Sean Jones, Kid ‘n Play, Eugene Robinson, Carrington Valentine! Admission $250. Benefits Children’s Wisconsin. Hotel stay not required. Tickets: https://runsignup.com/TicketEvent/LegacyGreenBayUltimateVIPExperience. See our Action 2 News report.

12 p.m.-10 p.m.: NFL Draft Experience

NFL Hall of Fame exhibits
Photo opportunity with Lombardi Trophy and Super Bowl rings
Play 60 Zone
T-shirt tosses and other prizes, including autographed helmets and footballs

Registration required via NFL OnePass app or NFL.com/DraftAccess.

12 p.m.-30 minutes after conclusion of NFL Draft drone show: Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame, 1265 Lombardi Ave.

Exhibits include the history of the NFL Draft, what it takes to be a professional football player (physical interactive), famous Packers plays, Return to Glory, Championship Gallery, History Theatre, Community Gallery. Admission $14-20 (free for ages 5 and under). Tickets (note: stadium tours are not available).

12 p.m.-12 a.m.: Stadium View Draft Concert Series, 1963 Holmgren Way

Two stages featuring local and state talent. Main Stage: The 308s, Sons of Sconnie, and The Glam Band. Concert Tent Stage: Breaking Cadence, Ask Your Mother, and Outlaw’d. DJs all day.

4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Green Bay Browns Backers official Draft party, Cheri’s, 704 Bellevue St.

It’s the only Browns bar in Green Bay, and it’s for one night.

4 p.m.-12 a.m.: Shipyard District, S. Broadway

Shipyard District Inc. presents free, live music from dozens of bands at venues along Broadway. Discover a hidden gem on downtown Green Bay’s near-west side. Venues include At the Tracks, Blue Collar Bar & Grill, Bulldogs, Lil Jamaica, Overtime Grill & Pub, Packer Stadium Lounge, Richard Cranium’s, RumRunners, and State St. Pub. Hours vary by venue.

5 p.m.-7 p.m.: Mom Time, Hmong Autism Neurodiverse Disability Support, 112 N. Adams St., Suite 101

A time for ALL caregivers of every background to gather and have a safe place for children with autism, neurodiverse abilities or disabilities to have community. A free meal will be provided with art projects, open dialogue, and an indoor play center. Everyone is welcome!

5 p.m.-9 p.m.: Draft End Zone Market & Entertainment, 610 Broadway

Experience The Draft’s ultimate celebration of culture and entertainment— all led by small business owners! A curated lineup of products, entertainment and good vibes.

5 p.m.-11 p.m. (approx.): NFL Draft rounds 2-3, NFL Draft Stage

Highlights spotlighting players from 2000 NFL Draft and players with Wisconsin ties
Light show with choreographed drones

10:01 p.m.-2 a.m.: Draft Post Party. Stadium View, 1963 Holmgren Way

Food trucks, vendors and more. Live 80s rock music by The Glam Band. DJs Alex Witte and T3 in the sports bar. Register to enter draft giveaways.

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