Parks
69 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Saint Johns Park0.4 mi from downtown
- Navarino Park0.5 mi from downtown
- Frank B Seymour Park0.6 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Green Bay
5 kinds of free outings in and around Green Bay.
Good days out in Green Bay don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Brown County Library515 Pine St.
- Southwest Branch974 Ninth St.
- Ashwaubenon Branch1060 Orlando Dr.
Historic places
19 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.
- Grassy Island Range LightsBuilt 1872
- Zippin Pippin
- Astor Historic District
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Sturgeon Bay & Lake Michigan Ship Canal39 mi northeast
- Boot Lake Campground61 mi northwest
- Horicon National Wildlife Refuge72 mi southwest
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Bagley Rapids Campground50 mi northwest
- Boot Lake Campground61 mi northwest
- Ada Lake Campground69 mi northwest
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What are free things to do in Green Bay?
Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Green Bay this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.