Paperfest 2026: Free Fun & Patriotism | Green Bay News

Paperfest returns to Kimberly, Wisconsin, for its 38th annual celebration of America’s 250th birthday with four days of free, family-friendly fun at Sunset Park. Featuring 38 bands across three stages—including headliners Blue Öyster Cult, Lauren Alaina, and Smash Mouth—the festival also offers carnival rides, a petting zoo, food trucks, a hot air balloon glow, craft beer, a car show, and a craft fair. Sports lovers can enjoy a 5K, volleyball, and speed lacrosse. Kick off with a patriotic America250 service, fireworks Friday, and a dazzling new drone light show Saturday. All admission is free, wristbands required for drinks, and shuttles available from nearby parking. Run entirely by volunteers, Paperfest has donated over $1.49 million to local nonprofits since its start—showing big heart and even bigger fun. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6720110f6bce8886