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2025 Draft in Green Bay
Make the Fox Cities your home for the 2025 Draft in Green Bay - just 30 miles south of the legendary Lambeau Field.
April 24-26, 2025
The 2025 Draft in Green Bay is making its way to one of the league's most historic and storied cities. In the home of the Packers, cheeseheads and football fans from across the country will be the first to witness the next generation of the league's greatness taking the stage. Planning to attend this once-in-a-lifetime event? Use the rest of this page as your go-to-guide for booking a stay in the neighboring Fox Cities, just a short drive from all the action.
Local businesses: are you running a special or deal during the Draft? Are you hosting a Draft-themed event? Submit your deal or event here and we will include it on this page.
Getting to the Fox Cities
Located a quick 30 miles south of Green Bay, the Fox Cities are easily accessible no matter how you plan to travel. By car, we're located about 1.5 hours from Madison and Milwaukee, 3 hours from Chicago, and 4.5 hours from the Twin Cities.
Appleton Airport (ATW) is your fastest and smartest choice for draft day travel. We make your journey seamless with 17 nonstop flights, easy bus shuttles, convenient rental cars, and plenty of nearby hotels. As the fastest way to the draft and just 30 minutes from the heart of the action, there's no better way to kick off your draft day adventure. Fly into Appleton and make arriving at the 2025 draft in Green Bay a breeze!
Browse our Plan Your Visit page for all the resources on how to reach the Fox Cities.
Fly & Stay Draft Giveaway
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Accommodations
Shuttle Bus Transportation
Buzz's Bar & Grill (Freedom)
Buzz's Bar & Grill (Freedom) in collaboration with JT's Charter Bus
April 24, 25 & 26Round trip is $50/person
For details please click here.
Rally (two Appleton area locations)
April 24, 25 & 26
Roundtrip is $80/person
Departing from the Holiday Inn, Appleton and Ballard Road Park & Ride, Appleton
For details please click here.
The StoneYard (Appleton & Greenville)
The StoneYard (Appleton and Greenville) in collaboration with Double J’s Shuttle Service
April 24, 25 & 26
Round Trip is $60/person
Epic Tailgating Party $110
*Epic Tailgating includes Burger, Brats, Brisket, Salads, Appetizers, Desserts, Beer, and Cocktails (Please bring your own chair)
Reserve your spot by calling 920-470-9495
Shuttle Departs StoneYard-Greenville at 1pm and StoneYard-Appleton at 1:30pm
Shuttle Returns Burkel’s-Green Bay 11pm
The Bar on the Ave (Appleton)
April 24, 25 & 26
Roundtrip is $55/person; includes entry into The Bar on Holmgren Way (Green Bay)
For details click here.
Draft-Themed Events
From Draft talk with Podcast hosts to specialty themed light projections, there's something for every football loving fan!
Wisconsin Timber Rattlers - 2400 N Casaloma Dr, Appleton *April 17*
Draft & Craft Night at Timber Rattlers Game
Thursday, April 17th
Live Q&A Session and Meet & Greet with Pack-A-Day Podcast Host Andy Herman and Cheesehead TV Host Aaron Nagler!
$3 craft beers ALL GAME LONG!
Gates open at 5PM with Q&A at 5:15PM. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40PM.
Last Light Neenah - corner of W Wisconsin Ave and S Church St, Neenah
Light Projection Show
Saturday, April 26 from dusk until 10pm
Don't miss the football-theme light projection show on the outside wall of Greene's Pour House in downtown Neenah. It's worth the short drive!
Draft Shopping
Check out these local establishments for deals and promotions you won't want to miss!
Angels Forever - Windows of Lights - 310 W College Ave, Appleton
Store-wide Sale
20% off of everything in-store and online including jewelry, stones, incense, statues, and books. 30% off dreamcatchers, belly dancing scarves, and sterling band rings throughout the entire week.
Mud & Prints - 311 E College Ave, Appleton
Stoneware
Commemorative special edition Draft mugs available for purchase.
Draft Food & Drink Specials
Here's your go-to list for drink specials and late-night bites.
Batley's Grill & Bar - 1010 Cameron Way, Neenah
Draft Watch Party
April 24th starting at 5pm
DJ from 5-8
Big Money TikTok Challenge, Jersey Giveaways, Drink Ticket Merchandise Raffle, Gift Certificate Giveaway, Draft Pick-em Challenge for Prizes!Great Draft Specials:
$5 select cocktail mixers
$10 domestic buckets
$10 pitchers of Miller Lite or Busch Light
Wings 75 Cents each
Burger Sliders $2 each
Vince Lombardi's Steakhouse - 333 W College Ave, Appleton
Special Brunch Hours
Before you head out to the Draft, make sure to stop by Vince Lombardi's Steakhouse for a special brunch! We're serving up delicious dishes from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM on April 24th-26th. Whether you're gearing up for the Draft or just exploring Appleton, Lombardi's is the place to visit – it’s not just a steakhouse, it’s an NFL museum! Join us for a meal and soak in the history. We can’t wait to welcome you!
D2 Sports Pub - 403 W College Ave, Appleton
Specials
$22 Budweiser family buckets (5 bottles)
2 for $10 Nutrl seltzers
$15 Bud Light or Busch Light pitchers
Smirnoff/Captain/Crown doubles $7
Fratello's - 501 W Water St, Appleton
Specials/Novelties
Nightly features in addition to the regular menu.
Make sure to try Green Bay Draft 2025 "On the Clock" IPA.
Rookies Sports Bar & Grill - 325 N Appleton St, Appleton
Specials
$15 buckets of domestics (5 bottles)
$10 Nutrl seltzers (2)
Enjoy 11 TV's to watch the Draft!
Stone Arch Brewpub - 1004 S Olde Oneida St, Appleton
Specials
Late night happy hour
$2 off handcrafted beers and all drinks from 8pm - midnight
The Durty Leprechaun - 343 W College Ave, Appleton
Specials
$4 Long Island Ice Teas
$5 Cherry Bombs
Wooden Nickel Sports Bar - 217 E College Ave, Appleton
Specials
Drink specials
Half-priced appetizers 10pm - 1am
Grill open until midnight, fryers until 1am
Explore While You're Here
Have a little free time between Draft day activities? Check out the resources below for everything there is to see and do throughout the Fox Cities region. From world-class museums to 100+ miles of trails, there's an original experience waiting for you in any way you choose to play.
Things to Do
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Food & Drink
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Events
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Blog
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