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April 29, 2025
This week in Food to Grow, come make tasty dressings using our Flex Farm herbs and greens!
Check out a list of our upcoming events below!
Father’s Day at the BFK
Sunday, June 15: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Join us on Father’s Day for an event celebrating fathers and father-figures! We’re offering dads FREE admission.
Throughout the day, families can make handprint art and Father’s Day cards in The Studio and participate in a photo scavenger hunt around the museum. Take home your artwork and family photos as keepsakes of the special day shared with dad!
Dino Day
Saturday, June 21: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Dig into the past for a prehistoric adventure on Dino Day!
On June 21, we’ll have dino themed activities in The Studio, The Lab, and Food to Grow, plus a dino scavenger hunt around the museum.
BFK Children’s Parade
Wednesday, July 23: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
You’re invited to participate in the 16th Annual BFK Children’s Parade, presented by ThedaCare! During the parade, kids and their grown-ups stroll through downtown Appleton in themed costumes and non-motorized floats.
The parade kick-offs in Houdini Plaza at 6pm. After the parade, join us in City Park for the after-party. Enjoy free activities, entertainment, food trucks, and an award ceremony!
Learn More and Register Here
Activities & Events Calendar
For a more comprehensive list of what’s going on daily at the BFK, check out the below calendar. Here you can find details about all of our upcoming events, available programs, and activities in The Lab, The Studio, and Food to Grow! Click on an event or activity to find more information and applicable registration details.
Activities & Events in May 2025
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April 28, 2025
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April 29, 2025(1 event) |
April 30, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, come make tasty dressings using our Flex Farm herbs and greens! |
May 1, 2025(2 events) Times Vary Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day. – This week in Food to Grow, come make tasty dressings using our Flex Farm herbs and greens! |
May 2, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, come make tasty dressings using our Flex Farm herbs and greens! |
May 3, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, come make tasty dressings using our Flex Farm herbs and greens! |
May 4, 2025(2 events) – Join us on Sunday, May 4 between 9am and 4pm for a special Pay-What-You-Can day at the BFK! Choose your donation amount and enjoy a day of exploration and discovery around the museum, while supporting our community! The day supports the BFK's Access for All Initiative, which aims to ensure that families facing financial barriers are able to access the opportunities offered at the museum. – This week in Food to Grow, come make tasty dressings using our Flex Farm herbs and greens! |
May 5, 2025
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May 6, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 7, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 8, 2025(2 events) Times Vary Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day. – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 9, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 10, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 11, 2025(2 events) – Today in Food to Grow, make some tasty treats with mom! – 
Join us on Mother’s Day for an event celebrating mothers and mother-figures! In partnership with Boldt, we’re offering moms FREE admission. Throughout the day, families can make handprint art, floral creations, and Mother’s Day cards in The Studio and participate in a photo scavenger hunt around the museum. Take home your artwork and family photos as keepsakes of the special day shared with mom!
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May 12, 2025
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May 13, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 14, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 15, 2025(2 events) Times Vary Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day. – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 16, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 17, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 18, 2025(1 event) – This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries! |
May 19, 2025
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May 20, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 21, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 22, 2025(2 events) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! Times Vary Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day. |
May 23, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 24, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 25, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 26, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 27, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 28, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 29, 2025(2 events) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! Times Vary Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day. |
May 30, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
May 31, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
June 1, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU! |
