Our Top Five Picks for Fall Fun Near Green Bay, Appleton and Beyond
Fall 2022 Events and Activities in Northeast Wisconsin
By Derek Paulus, digital marketing specialist at Network Health
10/17/2022
Whether we like it or not, summer is over, and fall has descended upon Wisconsin. Before you know it, winter will be here, and you’ll be regretting that you didn’t make the most of the fall season. That is, unless you check out our top picks for fall fun in northeast Wisconsin.
Fall is a beautiful time of year in Wisconsin, but it isn’t long-lasting. Thankfully, there is plenty to do in the months of October and November before the snow begins falling and temperatures become too cold for outside activities. Before you start making plans, please note that although we do our best to provide accurate info, it’s always best to confirm before you leave home.
2022 Halloween Events in Northeast Wisconsin
Zoo Boo at NEW Zoo & Adventure Park
Each year, the NEW Zoo near Green Bay decorates for Halloween and hosts a wide range of Halloween-themed fun. There’s still time to attend Zoo Boo this year, with upcoming dates on Oct. 21 and 22. Anyone over the age of 1 will receive a bag of candy, and you can expect activities like a haunted maze, skeleton safari and more.
Fright Night at the Park in Greenville
Just outside Appleton, Fright Night at the Park has something for all ages at Greenville Community Park with dates on Oct. 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29. The more kid-friendly time of the event is between 6-8 p.m. while the adult portion begins at 8 p.m.,, which is meant to be a bit more frightening for the older crowd. Activities include a bonfire, hayride through an abandoned zoo, a haunted pavilion and live music.
Haunted Happenings at The Grand in Oshkosh
There’s a lot of history within the walls of the The Grand in Oshkosh, much of which is highlighted during the Haunted Happenings ghost tours taking place throughout the month of October. Tours are currently scheduled for Oct. 20, 23, 30 and 31, with family-friendly and late-night tour options available.
Pumpkin Patches, Apple Orchards and Fall Foliage
Pumpkin Patches and Apple Orchards in Northeast Wisconsin
There is no shortage of pumpkin patches in the area. Options like The Little Farmer in Malone and BerryLand in Abrams are both great options. If you waited a little too late in the season to get a good choice of pumpkin, many of these locations are still worth visiting, as they will often have activities such as corn mazes and hayrides to enjoy. If you’re looking for apples instead, you can also consider Hofacker’s Hillside Orchard in Appleton or Rasmussen’s Apple Acres in Oshkosh.
Areas to View Fall Foliage
One of the benefits of the impending winter here in Wisconsin is the chance to see beautiful colors on fall leaves. That said, you’ll want to time it right and make sure you don’t miss the opportunity. For much of northeast Wisconsin, fall foliage peaks around the 3rd of 4th week of October. Depending on the trees and conditions, however, you may still be able to enjoy fall foliage into November as well. Below are some areas to visit or drive through if you’d like to enjoy the changing colors.
- The east side of Lake Winnebago, including High Cliff State Park, which features an observation tower
- Peninsula State Park in Door County
- Pamperin Park in Green Bay
Fall is a great time of year in Wisconsin, as long as you make the most of it before the winter freeze. Be sure to check back to the Network Health website for more community updates like this, along with health and wellness tips.
