Appleton Downtown, Inc. (ADI) is excited to bring the Light the Night Market: Holiday Edition, presented by Fox Communities Credit Union, to Downtown Appleton. Appleton Downtown, Inc. transforms Houdini Plaza and part of College Avenue into an open-air market Saturday, November 15 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Performances by local artists and entertainers, local vendors, food trucks, hands-on activities, and more will fill the Downtown with excitement and fun! This event has no admission fee and is open to the general public. Food, beverages, and local, handmade goods are available for purchase.
"This event is the big kick off to the holiday season in Downtown Appleton” says Abby Novak, Marketing Director for Appleton Downtown, Inc. “It’s always so heartwarming to see so many families come out to celebrate with us and enjoy all that Downtown has to offer during the holiday season.” Says Novak.
Entertainment Lineup
- 3:00 – 4:00 pm: Brewster Street Brass Band
- 4:30 – 5:00 pm: Singalong with Mrs. Claus
- 5:30 – 6:15 pm: Dave Ross
Attractions & Family Fun
- Train & Wagon Rides (pickup on Appleton St.)
- Live Reindeer with Santa’s Crew (Houdini Plaza)
- Event Tent with Fox City Flix (Houdini Plaza)
- Window Walk Scavenger Hunt (brochure at Fox Communities Credit Union booth)
- Avenue of Trees Display Contest (vote for your favorite downtown display)
- Letters to Santa with Mrs. Claus (Copper Rock Coffee, 210 W. College Ave.)
- Visits with Santa & Holiday Activities (Fox Commons, 10 E. College Ave.)
- Holiday Projection Display (First Five Fox Valley, entrance at Houdini Plaza)
- Live ice carving (Houdini Plaza)
Food & Craft Vendors
Local favorites and artisan makers will line College Avenue with delicious bites and handmade items. Food Vendors include Hot Biddy’s, Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee, Locally Sauced, Fiamma del Forno, Mai’s Deli, and Spegash.
Guests can enjoy free treats while supplies last at participating businesses along College Avenue. Look for Treat Stop signs to join in the fun!
Attendees will be sure to find a variety of fun features they can enjoy at Light the Night Market: Holiday Edition. Visit our
website or
our Facebook page to check them out.
