28 things to do in and around Appleton, WI on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26. Among them: Turkey trot GB 2 mile at Venue at 2967 Emmalane Drive (8 a.m.); Total Fitness Turkey Trot (8 a.m.); Festival Foods Turkey Trot Stevens Point at SPASH (8 a.m.); RCS Turkey Trot at Venue at 457 Second St (8 a.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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Venue at 2967 Emmalane DriveGreen Bay, WI28 mi
Fitness class
Iowa's largest Thanksgiving Day tradition, a Des Moines turkey trot named one of the top ones in the country.
Venue at 2967 Emmalane Drive, 2967 Emmalane Drive, Green Bay, WI 54311
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 8 a.m. Central Time
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8 a.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Total FitnessShawano, WI36 mi
Fitness class
Total Fitness Turkey Trot in Shawano.
Total Fitness, 116 N Main St, Shawano, WI 54166
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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8 a.m. Central Time
SPASHStevens Point, WI59 mi
Festival
A Thanksgiving morning race in Stevens Point where you can walk 2 miles untimed, run 2 miles for fun, or go for a timed 5-mile run.
SPASH, 5601 Northpoint Dr, Stevens Point, WI 54481
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 8 a.m. Central Time
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8 a.m. Central Time
Venue at 457 Second StRandolph, WI60 mi
Fitness class
RCS Turkey Trot, a flat, fast 5K run/walk benefiting Randolph Christian School. $30 early, $35 later; early registrants get a t-shirt.
Venue at 457 Second St, 457 Second St, Randolph, WI 53956
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 8 a.m. Central Time
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10 a.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
STADIUM VIEWGREEN BAY, WI22 mi
Festival
Thanksgiving dinner with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, veggies, cranberries and rolls. $17.99 dine-in, $19.49 carry-out. Reservations by phone or online.
STADIUM VIEW, 1963 HOLMGREN WAY, GREEN BAY, WI 54304
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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10 a.m. Central Time
The Elk Room at The Osthoff ResortElkhart Lake, WI36 mi
Food & drink
A Thanksgiving brunch buffet at The Osthoff Resort & Spa, with traditional holiday favorites and chef-inspired seasonal dishes. Adults 17 and up pay $59.95.
The Elk Room at The Osthoff Resort, 101 Osthoff Ave, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 10 a.m. Central Time
However reservations are recommended for Concourse Restaurant & Lounge, especially during weekends, holidays, and event weekends.From osthoff.com, Oct 12, 2026
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12 p.m. Central Time
McFleshman’s Brewing Co.Appleton, WI1.8 mi
Food & drink
Runs across the dates shown. A family-friendly Halloween party in the beer garden with a free artist and vendor fair, trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, and live music. Cost: free.
Limited run.
McFleshman’s Brewing Co., 115 S. State Street, Appleton, WI 54911
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 12 p.m. Central Time
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12 p.m. Central Time
R & D House DividedGreen Bay, WI26 mi
Sports + fitness
An official Chicago Bears bar, one of many the team lists around the world, shows the Bears playing the Lions on game day.
R & D House Divided, 2148 University Ave, Green Bay, WI 54302
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 12 p.m. Central Time
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12 p.m. Central Time
Four Myths Games and HobbyWaupaca, WI35 mi
Board games
Four Myths Games and Hobby, 112 S Main St, Waupaca, WI 54981
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 12 p.m. Central Time
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1 p.m. Central Time
Jensen Community CenterAmherst, WI46 mi
Card games
Scrabble, Sheepshead, cribbage, chess and other games at Jensen Center, open to new players and new groups.
Jensen Community Center, 487 N Main Street, Amherst, WI 54406
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 1 p.m. Central Time
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3 p.m. Central Time
Don Father Games - Green BayGreen Bay, WI23 mi
Board games
Don Father Games - Green Bay, 599 S. Military Ave, Green Bay, WI 54303
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 3 p.m. Central Time
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3:30 p.m. Central Time
City HallGreen Bay, WI25 mi
Community
City Hall, 100 N Jefferson St Room 200, Green Bay, WI 54301
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 3:30 p.m. Central Time
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4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Central Time
Amherst Opera HouseAmherst, WI46 mi
Theater
IndigoWell at the Amherst Opera House, a cream brick building in the Boomtown style at 207 N Main St in Amherst whose historic use was as a theater, opera house and concert hall.
Amherst Opera House, 207 N Main St, Amherst, WI 54406
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:15 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Slick MimicsAppleton, WI1.6 mi
Game night
A board gaming group. Bring your own games if you like; there are plenty to choose from.
Slick Mimics, 792 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 5:15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Discover the hidden imagination that stops you from getting the success you want in Appleton.
Lynndale Office Park, 1111 Lynndale Dr North, Appleton, WI
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m. Central Time
Blind Tiger GamesNeenah, WI8.5 mi
Game night
A Pioneer-format Magic event at Blind Tiger Games. Entry is $5.
Blind Tiger Games, 675 S Green Bay Rd, Neenah, WI 54956
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
McFleshman’s Brewing Co.Appleton, WI1.8 mi
Trivia
A trivia night at McFleshman's Brewing Company in the Fox Valley, with questions that are fun but modestly challenging, and prizes.
McFleshman’s Brewing Co., 115 S. State Street, Appleton, WI 54911
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Destiny ChurchDe Pere, WI18 mi
Community
Destiny Young Adults, a welcoming small group for ages 18 to 28 to grow in faith, with games, snacks and Bible study. No sign-up required.
Destiny Church, 3500 Packerland Dr, De Pere, WI 54115
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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9 p.m.–12 a.m. Central Time
Fox River HouseAppelton, WI1.7 mi
Other
A live performance of original electronic jam music and covers by Shrimpvision, joined by special guests.
Fox River House, 211 S Walnut St, Appelton, WI 54911
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. Central Time
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9 p.m. Central Time
The LongbranchDe Pere, WI20 mi
Karaoke
DJ
Runs across the dates shown.
Limited run.
The Longbranch, 334 Main Ave, De Pere, WI 54115
Thursday, November 26, 2026, 9 p.m. Central Time
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Classes, exhibits and seasons open for more than a month.
8 a.m. Central Time
Talks + ideas
Runs across the dates shown. A boutique-style exhibition of Oz-themed artistry and design, featuring rare artifacts, original illustrations, costumes, and film memorabilia.
Ongoing.
Oshkosh Public Museum, 1331 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh, WI 54901
Ongoing through Mar 20, 2027, 8 a.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Mar 20, 2027
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8 a.m. Central Time
Runs across the dates shown. Maintain Don't Gain: Fusion wellness experts help you keep up healthy nutrition and exercise through the holidays.
Ongoing.
FUSION Footwear, 1821 Witzel Avenue, Oshkosh, WI 54902
Ongoing through Jan 1, 2027, 8 a.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Jan 1, 2027
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9 a.m. Central Time
Other
Runs across the dates shown. A toy drive for Toys for Tots at SkipperBud's Oshkosh, where the aim is to fill the boat.
Ongoing.
SkipperBud's Oshkosh, 1351 Egg Harbor Lane, Oshkosh, WI 54904
Ongoing through Dec 18, 9 a.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Dec 18
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10 a.m. Central Time
Thelma Sadoff Center for the ArtsFond du Lac, WI35 mi
Art
Runs across the dates shown. A show of local artists' work, from paintings to fiber arts, at the Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts.
Ongoing.
Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts, 51 Sheboygan St, Fond du Lac, WI 54935
Ongoing through Dec 18, 10 a.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Dec 18
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12 p.m. Central Time
AmericInn – Green BayGreen Bay, WI25 mi
Other
Runs across the dates shown. AmericInn at AmericInn – Green Bay in Wisconsin.
Ongoing
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4 p.m.–6 p.m. Central Time
Buzz in Art StudiosArnott, WI54 mi
Talks + ideas
A 2-hour encaustic workshop with artist Jessie Fritsch at Buzz in Art Studios: learn one technique and finish a beeswax painting. Perfect for beginners.
Ongoing.
Buzz in Art Studios, 4472 County Road J, Arnott, WI 54482
Ongoing through Dec 12, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Dec 12
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5:30 p.m. Central Time
Mead LibrarySheboygan, WI50 mi
Game night
Runs across the dates shown. A free social evening of puzzling hosted by WI-JPA.
Ongoing.
Mead Library, 710 N 8th St, Sheboygan, WI 53081
Ongoing through Jul 7, 2027, 5:30 p.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Jul 7, 2027
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5:30 p.m. Central Time
The Wellness Spa Firehorse RoomStevens Point, WI60 mi
Fitness class
Runs across the dates shown. Free weekly class led by Deborah Adams at The Wellness Spa, with gentle Qigong movements for all ages and skill levels. No experience or signup needed.
Ongoing.
The Wellness Spa Firehorse Room, 3916 Water St, Stevens Point, WI
Ongoing through Jan 5, 2027, 5:30 p.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Jan 5, 2027
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