MILE OF MUSIC, produced by Willems Marketing & Events: Appleton, Wisconsin's Mile of Music festival features 100% original music & showcases our wonderful Downtown Appleton venues. THE MILE Appleton’s Downtown – an amazing mile of safe, walkable and hospitable experiences – is the host of Mile of Music. The Mile has so much to offer, from craft shops to restaurants, cafes, and bars, all exhibiting the original, hand-crafted flavor that makes Appleton unique. Come join us for the full Mile of Music weekend to experience Appleton at its best. THE MUSIC Mile of Music is a cover-free zone, which means no cover songs or cover charges. We’re all about original, hand-crafted artistry, and we’re eager to serve up singer-songwriters, combos and multi-piece bands showcasing Americana music at its very best — from roots and indie rock to country, soul, r&b, jazz and folk. And you know what the best part is? It's FREE. Plus, there will be plenty of free, hands-on Music Education events throughout the festival for all ages to awaken your inner musician. Get ready for Mile 9 - August 4-7, 2022. -Winner of the Fox Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau 2013 'Ambition to Fruition' Award -Winner of the Appleton Downtown, Inc.(ADI) 2013 'Dreamers and Doers Award' -Winner of The Post-Crescent (Appleton-Fox Cities) 59th Annual Report: Innovation Award -Recipient of the 2014 & 2015 Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) Grant -Recipient of the 2014 & 2015 WOW Grant