by The Fond du Lac County Fair returns July 16–20, 2025, with the theme “Bright Lights & Summer Nights,” bringing together rides, concerts, animal shows, and classic fair food. Held at 520 Fond du Lac Ave., the fair offers free general admission, with parking at $10 per carload. Here’s what attendees need to know before heading to the fairgrounds.
Fair Dates and Admission
- Fair runs from July 16–20, 2025
- Location: 520 Fond du Lac Ave., Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds
- Free general admission daily starting at 9 a.m.
- On-site parking: $10 per vehicle
- Grandstand event tickets sold separately
Kickoff Event – July 15
- Immel Insurance & Financial Services Bull Riding and Barrel Racing Show
- Gates open at 5:30 p.m., event starts at 6:30 p.m.
- Tickets: $19 (adults), $6 (ages 3–12), VIP $41 with early entry and food voucher
Carnival Rides
- Rides begin at 1 p.m. on July 16; noon on July 17–20
- July 16: $15 wristbands (1–4 p.m. only)
- July 17–20: $25 wristbands for each 5-hour session (noon–5 p.m. and 5–10 p.m.)
Animal Shows and Exhibits
- Cow Palace: animal judging, auction, Little Britches Show, kids’ tractor pull
- Horse Arena: Fun Day Horse Shows (July 19–20), Drill Team Performance (July 19)
- Poultry Barn: caged birds, rabbits, goats, pigs, and more
- “MOO”-ternity Ward and Education Center: live animal births and education
- Nick’s Barnyard Adventure Show: hands-on farm experiences for kids
Kids’ Attractions
- Free bounce houses and pony rides all five days
Food and Drink Options
- Includes cheese curds, funnel cakes, tacos, soft pretzels, gyros, cream puffs, and more
- Wine & Beer Garden Tent hours:
- 3 p.m. on July 16–17
- Noon on July 18
- 11 a.m. on July 19–20
Leinie Lodge Stage Entertainment
- July 16: Star Six Nine
- July 17: Take It Easy (Eagles tribute), Hypnotized (Fleetwood Mac tribute)
- July 18: Milwaukee Tool Shed Band
- July 19: The Now
Grandstand Concerts
- July 17: Dylan Scott
- July 18: Bret Michaels
- July 19: Tracy Lawrence
