If you drew a triangle connecting Madison, Stevens Point, and Oshkosh, right smack dab in the middle you’d find little Princeton, Wisconsin. Set on the Fox River and surrounded by lakes and marshes, this small town is charming and adorable.
Located within two hours of Milwaukee, an hour from Madison, and 90 minutes from Green Bay, Princeton’s location is ideal for day trippers and vacationers. Spend a day strolling the shops and antique stores after you’ve visited the state’s largest flea market. Or plan to get out in the awesome nature surrounding the town and spot some of the amazing wildlife that make Princeton part of their migratory path.
Princeton has had a post office since the year after Wisconsin became a state. With the Fox River running right through, the town has always had an important location.
Today, Princeton is best-known for hosting the state's biggest flea market. Folks flock here to check it out, but the flea market is far from the only reason to spend time in Princeton.
Maybe the best part of Princeton is just how downright charming and friendly it is. With just around 1,000 residents, this is small town living at its best, with locally-owned businesses, folks who say hi on the street and a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere.
Princeton is home to one of my favorite quirky festivals: the Rubber Chicken Fling. At the end of May, head to Princeton to fling rubber chickens for distance and accuracy. There's food and music and a big craft fair, as well.
