Good morning, Appleton.

The 54th annual Downtown Appleton Christmas Parade delivered holiday spirit on Tuesday night along College Avenue—drawing about 80,000 spectators—before ending near Drew Street.

Organizers asked attendees to bring nonperishable foods—collected by Lawrence University along the route—to support St. Joe’s Food Pantry.

Retired teacher Eve Galanter started the Wisconsin Civics Games in 2018 to boost interest in local government and now the statewide contest—managed by the Universities of Wisconsin—attracts teams from 76 high schools and offers college scholarships.

Registration for the 2026 games is open until March 1, with regional playoffs set for April 8-9 and finals scheduled on May 1.

Kaukauna's school board approved four finalist names for the new middle school after gathering 255 ideas from a community survey — public hearings will be held on December 15 at 7 p.m. and January 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the district office to decide the final name.

Rep. Tony Wied visited the Community Blood Center in Appleton on November 25th to support the BLOOD Centers Act—a bipartisan bill meant to reduce delays in opening new donation sites and boost the nation's volunteer blood supply; his district director also donated blood to show support.

Sisters Christmas Catechism: CSI - Bethlehem

7-8:30 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Solve the holiday mystery that has intrigued historians in this festive performance by Sister.

Timber Rattlers Holiday Lights

5-8 p.m. — Neuroscience Group Field — $13 General Admission — Experience over a million dazzling lights synchronized to your favorite Christmas tunes amidst family-friendly activities.

Fox Valley Symphony - Hearts In Harmony

4-5:30 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Enjoy holiday classics with local choirs and the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass and Percussion.

Gabriel Rutledge Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with acclaimed comedian Gabriel Rutledge.

Gabriel Rutledge Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with past winners of acclaimed comedy competitions.

Holiday Gift & Craft Show

8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Fox Cities Exhibition Center — $5 — Explore a variety of vintage and handmade goods just in time for the holiday season.

Brian Bates Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with Nashville comedian Brian Bates.