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April 29, 2025
Create and paint your favorite food in The Studio and use different materials to give it a vibrant 3D pop.
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) – Create and paint your favorite food in The Studio and use different materials to give it a vibrant 3D pop. |
May 1, 2025(1 event) – Create and paint your favorite food in The Studio and use different materials to give it a vibrant 3D pop. |
May 2, 2025(2 events) – Create and paint your favorite food in The Studio and use different materials to give it a vibrant 3D pop. – Join us for Music with Bernardo from 10am - 12pm on Fridays in The Studio! Music with Bernardo may involve learning about different styles of music, singing your own songs, trying out different types of instruments. |
May 3, 2025(2 events) – Create and paint your favorite food in The Studio and use different materials to give it a vibrant 3D pop. – Join us on Saturdays in The Studio to come try out the pottery wheel! |
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. – Create and paint your favorite food in The Studio and use different materials to give it a vibrant 3D pop. |
May 5, 2025
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May 6, 2025(1 event) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! |
May 7, 2025(1 event) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! |
May 8, 2025(1 event) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! |
May 9, 2025(2 events) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! – Join us for Music with Bernardo from 10am - 12pm on Fridays in The Studio! Music with Bernardo may involve learning about different styles of music, singing your own songs, trying out different types of instruments. |
May 10, 2025(2 events) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! – Join us on Saturdays in The Studio to come try out the pottery wheel! |
May 11, 2025(2 events) – Today in The Studio, make handprint art, floral creations, and Mother’s Day cards for 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 The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! |
May 14, 2025(1 event) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! |
May 15, 2025(1 event) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! |
May 16, 2025(2 events) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! – Join us for Music with Bernardo from 10am - 12pm on Fridays in The Studio! Music with Bernardo may involve learning about different styles of music, singing your own songs, trying out different types of instruments. |
May 17, 2025(2 events) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! – Join us on Saturdays in The Studio to come try out the pottery wheel! |
May 18, 2025(1 event) – This week in The Studio, discover the beauty of the universe while expressing your artistic talents. Come and let your imagination soar among the stars! |
May 19, 2025
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May 20, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. |
May 21, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. |
May 22, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. |
May 23, 2025(2 events) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. – Join us for Music with Bernardo from 10am - 12pm on Fridays in The Studio! Music with Bernardo may involve learning about different styles of music, singing your own songs, trying out different types of instruments. |
May 24, 2025(2 events) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. – Join us on Saturdays in The Studio to come try out the pottery wheel! |
May 25, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. |
May 26, 2025
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May 27, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. |
May 28, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. |
May 29, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. |
May 30, 2025(2 events) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. – Join us for Music with Bernardo from 10am - 12pm on Fridays in The Studio! Music with Bernardo may involve learning about different styles of music, singing your own songs, trying out different types of instruments. |
May 31, 2025(2 events) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. – Join us on Saturdays in The Studio to come try out the pottery wheel! |
June 1, 2025(1 event) Times Vary This week in The Studio, explore the amazing world of bugs through fun and creative art projects! See the incredible details and bright colors that make insects so interesting. Use all kinds of art materials like watercolors, crayons, and mixed media to bring these little wonders to life. |
