Fond du Lac Evening Optimist

08/04/2026

Tonight’s the night!

**Tonight's the Night!! Come join us at National Night Out**
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. join us at the Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds Park for National Night Out!
This FREE community event is a great opportunity to meet your local law enforcement officers, firefighters, first responders, and community organizations while enjoying a fun-filled evening with family and friends.
🎈 Activities include:
🚁 Flight for Life helicopter
🏰 Bounce houses
🎨 Face painting
🎈 Balloon animals
💦 Dunk tank
🐐 Petting zoo
🏃 Mascot race
…and much more!
🎉 Kids' Bingo Challenge!

Each child will receive a bingo card to take around the event. Visit law enforcement officers, firefighters, and our community partners to collect signatures while learning about the important services they provide. Once completed, turn in your bingo card for a chance to win a bicycle or a Power Wheels vehicle!

National Night Out is all about strengthening the relationship between first responders and the community we proudly serve. We hope you'll join us for an evening of fun, education, and community connection.
📍 Location: Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds Park
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕓 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come spend the evening with us—we look forward to seeing you there!

08/04/2026

Bring the kiddos to National Night Out and visit our booth! Spin “The Wheel of Optimism” and win a fabulous prize! The ladies are waiting for you…

07/30/2026

🚓🎉 Join Us for National Night Out 2026! 🚒🚁
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and join us at the Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds Park for National Night Out!
This FREE community event is a great opportunity to meet your local law enforcement officers, firefighters, first responders, and community organizations while enjoying a fun-filled evening with family and friends.
🎈 Activities include:
🚁 Flight for Life helicopter
🏰 Bounce houses
🎨 Face painting
🎈 Balloon animals
💦 Dunk tank
🐐 Petting zoo
🏃 Mascot race
…and much more!
🎉 Kids' Bingo Challenge!

Each child will receive a bingo card to take around the event. Visit law enforcement officers, firefighters, and our community partners to collect signatures while learning about the important services they provide. Once completed, turn in your bingo card for a chance to win a bicycle or a Power Wheels vehicle!

National Night Out is all about strengthening the relationship between first responders and the community we proudly serve. We hope you'll join us for an evening of fun, education, and community connection.
📍 Location: Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds Park
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕓 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come spend the evening with us—we look forward to seeing you there!

07/18/2026

Time is running out… only 2 more days to get your steak sandwich, walking taco, pulled pork sandwich, brats & burgers.

🇺🇸 Sunday we will be having a $2.50 hot dog & chip special celebrating America’s 250th🇺🇸

07/16/2026

Tonight’s fair schedule. Stop by for a steak sandwich or a walking taco.

🎡 Thursday at the Fond du Lac County Fair is packed with entertainment! 🎉
There's something happening all day long—from family-friendly shows and attractions to an incredible night of live music!
🌟 Today's Highlights
🎪 Daily shows all day featuring Fun on the Run, Dominguez Attractions, Halls of Magic, Bear Hollow Wood Carvers, Pony Rides, the Moo-Ternity Ward, and Bingo.
👑 Grandstand Entertainment
🎤 MJ LIVE!
✨ FREE Grandstand Admission
🎟️ VIP Tickets available for $35
🎸 Leinie Lodge
🎶 The Glam Band
🕕 6:00–7:30 PM
🕤 9:30–11:00 PM
🍻 Midway Patio
🎵 Frankie Moscato
🕠 5:30–8:00 PM
Come hungry, ride the midway, enjoy the shows, and make unforgettable memories with family and friends. We can't wait to see you at the Fond du Lac County Fair! ❤️🎠

07/15/2026

Too hot to cook this week? Let us do the cooking for you… and yes, we still offer fried onions 😉 See you soon!

07/14/2026

This year’s schedule.

Admission to the Fair is FREE! Just $10 to Park. But don't forget to get your tickets to the Entertainment happening in the Grandstands this week at https://www.fonddulaccountyfair.com/p/tickets--deals1
🎆Tuesday, July 14th Bull Riding and Barrel Racing & Fireworks
🚜Wednesday, July 15th Truck and Tractor Pull
🕺Thursday, July 16th MJ LIVE
🎸Friday, July 17th Night Ranger
🤠Saturday, July 18th Trace Adkins

07/14/2026

The FDL Fair is here & The Evening Optimist stand is open for business! Stop by for Our Famous Steak Sandwich or another yummy food item.

07/08/2026

The fair is one week away! Can’t wait to see you all😊

It’s almost time for the annual Fond du Lac County Fair! Admission to the Fair is FREE! But don't forget to get your tickets to the Entertainment happening in the Grandstands at https://www.fonddulaccountyfair.com/p/tickets--deals1
Bull Riding, truck and tractor pull, demolition derby, and concerts!
🎆Tuesday, July 14th Bull Riding and Barrel Racing & Fireworks
🚜Wednesday, July 15th Truck and Tractor Pull
🕺Thursday, July 16th MJ LIVE
🎸Friday, July 17th Night Ranger
🤠Saturday, July 18th Trace Adkins

Don’t miss out on the great rides, yummy food and all the animals at the Fair. Tickets for Grandstand entertainment and information is available online at Fonddulaccountyfair.com

06/25/2026

Last night we celebrated our Foundation Scholarship winners. Congratulations to Tristyn Ernst, Irelyn Petik, Lilly Jo Kejo, Annabelle See, Carter Vercautern! We wish you all the best. We know you will do great thing while continuing to be Optimistic.