A display promoting the 2025 NFL Draft is shown at Lambeau Field May 24, 2023. PC: Fox 11 Online
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) — Gear up for Touchdown Downtown, a special event series celebrating the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay.
It’s an effort between Downtown Green Bay, On Broadway Inc., and the City of Green Bay Parks and Recreation Department.
So far, events include a Booyah Battle, Uncle Mike’s Kringle Combine, Saturday Farmers Market – Draft Edition, a Draft Day 5k and more.
Red Sember, Marketing & Communications Director with Downtown Green Bay, says there was a lot to consider when selecting events.
“We thought about ‘what is the best flavor?’ and ‘what represents Green Bay, downtown, and has the heart of the city involved?'” said Sember.
And, of course, fans will be able to learn more about the Packers – through the Living Packers Heritage Trail – with live actors throughout downtown.
“They’ll get to tell the stories that are so impactful and powerful to the Packers, this region, how we became part of the NFL, and all those rich, beautiful traditions and stories,” said Sember.
More events are soon to be announced.
A detailed list of events currently scheduled is below:
Booyah Battle, Friday, Apr 25, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Join in the fun on the streets of Green Bay as 12 local Non-Profits partner with Booyah Chefs to serve up Wisconsin’s favorite soup. Visitors and locals alike will determine who makes the best booyah in the land!
- LiveWire Polka Band will be performing from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Learn more about LiveWire here.
- Attendees will purchase tickets at a tent operated by DGBI. Each ticket will be $3 for a 6 oz. sample of booyah. There will also be an all you can taste option for $20. Cash or Credit Card will be accepted. The proceeds of ticket sales will be split equally among the Non-Profit groups. Water and soda will also be sold by DGBI. Alcoholic beverages will be sold by the bars/restaurants located along the event footprint.
- There will be two prizes for the Booyah Battle. The winner of the best booyah will be determined by a panel of judges who will blind taste test a sample from each chef. There will also be a People’s Choice award determined by the number of voting tickets each Non-Profit/Chef receives. Booyah voting tickets will be given out to attendees with their tasting samples.
- The winner for each of these awards will receive $500. The Non-Profit/Booyah Partners will also be able to set out tip jars to collect extra donations.
Uncle Mike’s Kringle Combine, Friday, Apr 25, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- As part of the Booyah Battle event, Uncle Mike’s Bake Shoppe will be presenting a Kringle Combine with proceeds benefitting The Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay.
- Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase entry into the Kringle Combine area and sample an assortment of limited edition, never before made flavors of Kringle.
- After enjoying samples of Kringle, participants will cast their votes and “draft” their favorite flavor.
- Uncle Mike’s will also have Kringle and additional baked goods for sale during the event.
Living Packers Heritage Trail, Thursday, April 24, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- A free tour of the Packers Heritage Trail. It features live actors at several downtown sites from the Brown County Historical Society and Evergreen Theater. Visitors and locals will hear stories of the rich history of the Green Bay Packers and gain a deeper knowledge of the community’s love for the team. The Living Packers Heritage Trail can best be experienced by foot, bike or car.
Saturday Farmers Market – Draft Edition, Saturday, April 26 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.
- 100+ vendors from around the state offering produce, mouthwatering prepared and packaged foods, and one-of-a-kind handmade treasures. All this unfolds in the lively Heart of Downtown Green Bay, paired with the atmosphere of the Touchdown Downtown Event. Reach out to Lamyai Kizzee at Lamyai@downtowngreenbay.com with any questions.
Draft Day 5K, Saturday, April 26, 9 a.m.
- Race participants will experience a football-themed race, with an out and back course on the Fox River Trail providing scenic views of the Fox River and downtown Green Bay. Runners and walkers are welcome. Donations from this event will go towards the Greater Green Bay YMCA and their youth sports programs.
- Participants will receive a commemorative Draft Day 5K jersey shirt, Draft Day 5K finisher item, one complimentary Draft Day Brew from Stillmank Brewing and Post Race tailgate party and food from Hagemeister Park.
- The cost to participate is $30 per person, if you sign up by January 31, and registration is required, so sign up here.
To learn more about Touchdown Downtown, click here.
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