Good morning, Appleton.

Fox Cities memorials honor veterans who died in service from the Civil War to modern conflicts, with monuments displayed in Appleton, Menasha and Neenah.

These sites pay tribute through features like recovered 9/11 steel beams & restored symbols of sacrifice as Memorial Day approaches.

On Memorial Day, May 26, many Appleton stores+restaurants will remain open with regular or shortened hours while banks, post offices, Costco, and Raising Cane’s will be closed.

Delivery services such as UPS, Amazon, and FedEx will not deliver packages due to the holiday.

Appleton Area School District reported that 88.1% of its high school class of 2024 graduated, the highest rate since 2018 — a steady rise from 84.8% in 2021.

District officials credited new alternative programs and classroom focus with helping students graduate on time.

Officials announced Wednesday that incoming seniors in the Appleton Area School District can directly apply to Lawrence University if they meet a 3.4 GPA requirement and will receive a $45,000 scholarship per year.

AASD will select qualifying students and arrange a campus tour as early as next school year—an effort expected to ease the college journey for local students.

Lawrence University and the Appleton Area School District have partnered to launch a direct admission pathway for local seniors who earn a 3.4 GPA or above, offering automatic acceptance and a $45,000 annual scholarship—this program reduces extra admission requirements and includes college guidance with campus visits for juniors.

Light the Night Market

5-10 p.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening filled with fun, food, and local culture.

MJ The Musical

7 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may vary — Celebrate the life and music of Michael Jackson in this exciting Tony-winning musical.

MJ: The Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating life story of Michael Jackson through music and dance.

Heid Music Summer Concert Series

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Jones Park — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening filled with free music from local bands in Downtown Appleton.

Nashville Pipeline Live at Kountry Bar

8 PM — Kountry Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with Nashville Pipeline in Appleton's favorite venue.

Appleton City Golf Tournament

7 AM – 2 PM — Reid Municipal Golf Course — Entry fees vary — Compete in a 36-hole stroke play tournament across multiple divisions.

Father's Day Celebration at the BFK

5:00 a.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Celebrate dads with art activities and family fun at the museum.

Steve Hofstetter Live Comedy Show

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Skyline Comedy Club — GA $25 / Premium $50 / VIP $150 — Experience the humor of Steve Hofstetter, featuring premium seating and a meet and greet.

Bobby Shmurda - Still Alive Tour

8:00 PM - 11:59 PM — OB's Brau Haus — Ticket prices unknown — Come turn up with Bobby Shmurda for an electrifying night of music and fun.

Heid Music Summer Concert Series

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music and family fun in the heart of Downtown Appleton.