Family Activities in the New London Area
Mid-Winter Art Exhibit and Bottomless Soup Bowl Feed - On display at the New London High School is student, professional and non-professional art. As you view many unique pieces of art, enjoy soup served in the hand made bowls available for purchase.
St. Patrick's Day Parade & Irish Fest - The St. Patrick's Day festivities include the largest St. Patrick's Day parade in Wisconsin and an Irish Fest in a huge, heated big top tent. Enjoy Irish food, beverages, market booths, and plenty of Irish music. New Dublin's celebration of Irish history offers a fun time for the entire family. View a schedule.
Musky Magic - Musky fishing enthusiasts will enjoy guest speakers, vendors, raffles and food.
Big Whopper Weekend - Try your luck fishing the Wolf River during the annual Walleye run which occurs each April. There are contest prizes in many fish categories and a huge raffle. Come and enjoy Buffalo burgers, concessions and music all under the heated big top tent.
New London City Wide Rummage - This event takes place the first Saturday of each May and features over 180 households listed in the city and surrounding areas. Maps are available the Thursday before the event occurs.
Rawhide Fish Frys - Come and enjoy a casual meal while supporting Rawhide at the same time! Indulge in these fish frys with friends and family every Friday May through October, served at Rawhide's Frontier Cafe by Rawhide staff and students. Proceeds from the fish fries are used for tuition assistance. Complete your visit with a guided tour of the grounds and learn more about Rawhide and the work being done here.
Wolf River Market Place - Enjoy a relaxing morning at the farmer’s market in downtown New London. The market offers a variety of home grown fruits and vegetables and crafts. The market place operates each Saturday morning June through September 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. For details or to register as a vendor, call (920) 982-4410.
Wolf River Classic Chevy Club Annual Car / Swap Meet and Craft Show - Come and view the many makes and models of cars at this car show, swap meet, and flea market held in beautiful Hatten Park. Spectators are admitted free of charge and there is plenty of food and refreshments available for purchase. D.J. music is provided throughout the day. The car show is open to all makes and models of vehicles. Sponsored by the Wolf River Classic Chevy Club and the New London Jaycees. Event Info.
New London Chamber of Commerce Concerts in Taft Park - Enjoy free family oriented concerts in Taft Park the third Thursday, June – August. Arrive at 6 p.m. to visit our vendor area and sign up for prize drawings. The concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and concessions are available.
Wisconsin Powered Parachute Association Fly-in - This free event features the Northern Aces Show Team flying model airplanes. Check out the introductory flight lessons, helicopter rides, seminars and the new and used machine market. There is a live band Friday evening, a pancake breakfast Saturday morning and Saturday night fireworks. Rustic camping and concessions available on the grounds. Mark's Park and Airfield Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration - Celebrate freedom at beautiful Hatten Park. The festivities include plenty of kid's activities and fun for the entire family. Enjoy DJ's, live music, food and beverages. At dusk, pick a spot and spread out a blanket to watch the spectacular fireworks display.
Heritage Days & Rail Fest - Each August, the Heritage Historical Village presents an event that includes a pre-1840’s buck-skinners’ encampment, historic demonstrations, craft, produce, and flea market stands. Food, music, bake sale, and refreshments. Tour historic buildings, examine rail equipment, and browse a collection of railroad arifacts and memorabilia.
Northeast Wisconsin Strongman Challenge - Bring the entire family to beautiful Hatten Park to see men and women test their strength using extraordinarily heavy objects. Organizer Info
Cheese & Sausage Fall Family Fest - Browse through more than 125 booths of fall crafts, produce, food vendors, and fun. The day is full of family entertainment that includes music, pony rides, the “Day of Strength Competition”, clowns, children's entertainers, “Kids Zone” play area, and much more. Savor our locally made cheeses and sample our Hillshire sausage. Watch the annual events calendar.
Mosquito Hill Nature Center Honey Sunday - Celebrate the honeybee and the gentle art of beekeeping during this annual September event. The Waupaca County Beekeepers' Association joins the center staff and volunteers in offering demonstrations and tours to the observation hives. Conclude your visit by enjoying honey baked goods and honey sundaes. Mosquito Hill Info
Harvest Moon Fest at Mosquito Hill Nature Center - Celebrate the full moon with the entire family by stargazing, taking the Great Pumpkin Walk and learning sessions. Bundle up for a hayride in the crisp fall air. Live critters that inhabit the Halloween skies will visit the nature center. Cider and caramel apples will be available for sale. Mosquito Hill Info
Nature Center Craft Show at Mosquito Hill - Take pleasure in great art, warm soups, and artist demonstrations. This annual November celebration features Midwest wildlife and nature artists who exhibit and sell their works in the interpretive building. Food and beverages are available all day. Mosquito Hill Info
Holiday of Wonder and Santa Land - Christmas festivities include a Gingerbread House Contest, Holiday of Wonder parade, horse-drawn wagon rides, a cookie decorating area, hot and tasty drinks, displays by Mosquito Hill Nature Center, a Live Nativity, a reduced rate holiday movie at Roger’s Grand Cinema, and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Santa Land. Find this event listing in December on the New London annual events calendar.
