While attending the NFL Draft festivities around Lambeau Field is the main draw, there are other activities to keep people busy when the draft isn’t in session.
Read along to see what other events are going on while the Draft is in town:
Saturday, April 19
3 Sheeps Brewing Tailgate Party, 1837 North Ave., Sheboygan, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., is hosting a draft tailgate party. Held in the tap room’s parking lot, the celebration will feature craft beer — including the brewery’s newest product, Wisconsinitis Cream Ale; a grilling station; live music; outdoor games; and an appearance by Packer great LeRoy Butler. Butler will be at the party from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for photos and autograph signing of Wisconsinitis products and merchandise (one autograph per person).
Wednesday, April 23
Field Fest at Historic City Stadium, 1500 E. Walnut St., Green Bay, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free, family event includes a variety of activities such as a 40-year dash, catch competition, obstacle course, QB challenge and more.
Taste of the Draft, Schreiber Foods, 400 N. Washington St, Green Bay, from 4 to 7 p.m. Hosted by nationally renowned chefs Andrew Zimmern, Mark Bucher and Paul Bartolotta, Taste of the Draft 2025 will showcase signature dishes from Wisconsin’s supper clubs.
Draft City Music Fest, Leicht Park, 128 Dousman St, Green Bay, from 4. to 11 p.m. A draft kick-off event featuring live music that spans multiple genres, including national and local acts, and the Packer Drumline. Food trucks.
Thursday, April 24
Military Avenue District Tailgate Party, located at the corner of Lombardi Avenue and Military Avenue, Green Bay, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Event features food trucks, live entertainment and Wisconsin-style breakfast all day.
Living Packers Heritage Trail, 1008 S Monroe Ave, Green Bay, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Event features live actors at several downtown sites with the help of the Brown County Historical Society and Evergreen Theater.
NFL Draft Experience, lots of Lambeau Field, Titletown, and the Resch Complex from noon to 10 p.m.
Packers Everywhere Draft Haus, northwest corner of the Lambeau Field parking lot, from noon to 10 p.m.
Friday, April 25
Games at the Grignon, 1313 Augustine St, Kaukauna, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Charles A. Grignon Mansion invites guests to experience outdoor games of the Victorian era, including croquet, badminton or hoop races. The mansion will be open for tours.
The Children’s Museum of Green Bay Future Season Ticket Holder Tailgate, 1230 Bay Beach Rd., Green Bay, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Military Avenue District Tailgate Party, located at the corner of Lombardi Avenue and Military Avenue, Green Bay, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Event features food trucks, live entertainment and Wisconsin-style breakfast all day.
Booyah Battle & Kringle Combine, 100 S Washington St., Green Bay, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thirteen local non-profits partner with booyah chefs to serve Wisconsin’s favorite soup to football fans.
NFL Draft Experience, lots of Lambeau Field, Titletown and the Resch Complex from noon to 10 p.m.
Packers Everywhere Draft Haus, northwest corner of the Lambeau Field parking lot, from noon to 10 p.m.
Drafting a Legacy: A Jack Vainisi panel discussion, Heritage Hill State Historical Park, 2640 S Webster Ave, Green Bay, from 1 to 3 p.m. Vainisi served as the Packers’ scout and later business manager in the 1950s and helped bring many pivotal players and Vince Lombardi to Green Bay.
Saturday, April 26
Games at the Grignon, 1313 Augustine St, Kaukauna, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Charles A. Grignon Mansion invites guests to experience outdoor games of the Victorian era, including croquet, badminton or hoop races. The mansion will be open for tours.
Saturday Farmers Market — Draft Edition, 100 S Washington St., Green Bay, from 8 to 11 a.m.
Military Avenue District Tailgate Party, located at the corner of Lombardi Avenue and Military Avenue, Green Bay, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Event features food trucks, live entertainment and Wisconsin-style breakfast all day.
Draft Day 5K, CityDeck, Green Bay, 9 a.m. Join this football-themed walk or run along the Fox River Trail.
NFL Draft Experience, lots of Lambeau Field, Titletown and the Resch Complex, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Packers Everywhere Draft Haus, northwest corner of the Lambeau Field parking lot, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Draft City Music Fest Round Eight, Leicht Park, 128 Dousman St., Green Bay, from 5 p.m. to midnight. The event will feature four to five bands. Food and beverages will be available, including the 8th Round Downtown Pale Ale, which was created by nine local breweries.
Sunday, April 27
Gridiron Greats Celebrity Flag Football Fundraiser, 2231 Holmgren Way, Green Bay, at noon. Game will feature celebrities and former pro football players.
For more information about these events or to find other Draft resources, visit https://www.thenewnorth.com/nfldraft/.
