Fond du Lac Festivals

Learn to Curl
2026-02-15 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Location: Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts on the Plaza

Event Details: Learn to curl at Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts on the Plaza! Many more family-fun activities are happening inside, outside, and around Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts until 3 pm Sunday, February 16th!

Are you looking for information on our Outdoor Curling Funspiel curling tournament? CLICK HERE for more information!

Saturday, February 14th: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, February 15th: 10am – 2pm
Presented By: Leb Insurance

Outdoor Winter Fun Activities - Street Hockey
2026-02-15 10:00 - 14:00
Location: Downtown Fond du Lac outside Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts

Event Details: Bring the whole family out to Sturgeon Spectacular. Activities/attractions include carriage rides, Photo Ops, Snow & Ice Castles, ice forts, street hockey, and other winter activities for the kids. Horse-drawn carriage rides are free and first come, first served. The carriage rides will do one loop around a downtown city block, taking in all the downtown festivities and decor. The kids will love it! Pick up and drop off will be located at the Portland & Sheboygan Street intersection.

Saturday, February 14th: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, February 15th: 10am – 2pm

Activities located outside THELMA at the Portland/Sheboygan Intersection

Presented by: Mercury Marine

Youth in Government Bake Sale
2026-02-15 10:00 - 14:00
Location: Lower Gallery inside Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts

Event Details: Stop by for a tasty treat inside THELMA and help support Youth in Government from the Fond du Lac High School. Treats include chocolate chip cookies, brownies, snickerdoodles, banana bread, and rice crispy treats.

Note: Please be conscientious and ask about allergens on-site/ day-of if needed.

Sunday, February 15th: 10 am – 2 pm

Benefiting: Youth in Government at Fond du Lac High School

Art of the Bloody Mary!
2026-02-15 10:30 - 12:00
Location: Fountain City inside Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts

Event Details: Raise a toast to Sturgeon Spectacular 2026 with a one-of-a-kind Bloody Mary at THELMA on Sunday! The Art of the Bloody Mary contest will take place on the 1st Floor with bartenders going head-to-head to build the Ultimate Bloody Mary, Sunday morning before a panel of world-renowned Bloody Mary experts.

Sampling begins: 10:30 am
Drink Building: 11 am
Judging for People’s Choice and Most Creative/ Awards to immediately follow: 11:30 am

Live Music – 5 Card Studs: 12 pm – 3 pm

Sponsored by: Destination Lake Winnebago Region & Badger Liquor (and in partnership with Absolute Vodka)

Petting Zoo
2026-02-15 11:00 - 13:00
Location: Outside THELMA/ Sheboygan Street

Event Details: Come on down to Sturgeon Spectacular and enjoy this petting zoo on Sheboygan Street. Enjoy the chance to get up close and personal with various farm animals. Learn, Pet, and Play!

Saturday, February 14th: 11 am – 4 pm
Sunday, February 15th: 11 am – 1 pm

Presented By: Whispering Hills Clydesdales

Sturgeon Spectacular Finale with Live Music
2026-02-15 12:00 - 15:00
Location: Fountain City inside THELMA

Event Details: Join us in celebrating all those that make Sturgeon Spectacular a weekend for all to enjoy. Enjoy great hot & cold drinks and live music inside the THELMA Fountain City Room, or grab a drink and bring it outside to see the state snow sculptors put their finishing touches on some beautiful sculptures.
We will be announcing the winners of events throughout the weekend during the live music intermission inside Fountain City.

Live Music – Five Card Studs : 12pm – 3pm
Awards/Announcements: 1:30 – 2pm

Downtown Chili Crawl – “Best” Awards
Downtown Sweet Stroll – “Best” Awards
Downtown Ice Sculpting Competition – 1st & 2nd place sculptures
High School Snow Sculpting – 1st & 2nd place sculptures
Art of the Bloody Mary – Top Competitors
Outdoor Curling Funspiel – 1st, 2nd, 3rd place teams
Wisconsin Snow Sculpting Championships will be announced at 2:00 pm

People’s Choice Winners
Artist’s Choice Winners
1st, 2nd, 3rd place team finishers

Sunday, February 15th: 12pm – 3pm

Presented by: Destination Lake Winnebago Region

Mercury National - Walleye Weekend Boat Demos
2026-06-12 13:00 - 19:00
Location: Piers on Mercury Island

Event Details: Join Mercury and our dealers during Walleye Weekend for on‑the‑water demo rides behind the tournament stage. Experience the performance, comfort, and handling of boats powered by Mercury engines.
Whether you’re a potential buyer, boating enthusiast, or Mercury team member, this is your chance to feel the difference firsthand. Stop by and take a ride!

Friday, June 12th: 1pm – 7pm
Friday rides are prioritized for tournament participants

Sponsored by: Mercury Marine

Sleep In Heavenly Peace Bed Build
2026-06-12 15:00 - 17:30
Location: FamilyLand

Event Details: Join together with the community for the Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build… No kid sleeps on the floor in our town! Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s goal is to provide beds for children in the community who may not have one by building them.
This year, Sleep In Heavenly Peace invites you and your family to join them in their mission and give the gift of a good night’s sleep to children in your community. It only takes 30 minutes to make a lasting difference in a child’s life.
No need to sign up, just walk up to the SHP tent, sign a waiver, and get started!

Friday, June 12th: 3pm – 6pm*
Saturday, June 13th: 10am – 5:30pm*
Sunday, June 14th: 11am – 3:30pm*
*Please arrive 30 minutes before the final time listed to give yourself/ your group and the SHP volunteers enough time to create a finished bed before the work site closes. All materials provided.

Participation Includes:

Close-Toed Shoes (Safety First!)
Eye, Ear, and Hand Protection (Provided)
Sanding
Assembling a Headboard
Using Power Tools

Sponsored by: C.D. Smith
Supported by: Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Drexel Building Supply, Marine Credit Union

Giant Sandbox
2026-06-12 15:00 - 18:00
Location: FamilyLand

Event Details: Who doesn’t love playing in the sand? We’re creating a gigantic sandbox at Walleye Weekend in 2026. Kids of all ages can enjoy building their own sand castles, sand-sculpted creatures, and finding hidden gems within the sand.

Friday, June 12th: 3pm – 6pm
Saturday, June 13th: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, June 14th: 12pm – 4pm

Sponsored by: Guaranty Closing & Title

Kids Connection Tent
2026-06-12 15:00 - 18:00
Location: FamilyLand

Event Details: Stop by the Kids Connection Tent for some light arts & crafts, some shade, picnic tables, and a place to eat.

Friday, June 12th: 3pm – 6pm
Saturday, June 13th: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, June 14th: 11am – 4pm

Sponsored by: Grande Cheese

Sports Inflatables
2026-06-12 15:00 - 18:00
Location: Sports Corner

Event Details: Try out sports inflatable games like football and soccer darts at Walleye Weekend!

Friday, June 12th: 3pm – 6pm
Saturday, June 13th: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, June 14th: 12pm – 4pm

Supported by: Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership

Inflatable Village
2026-06-12 15:00 - 18:00
Location: FamilyLand

Event Details: Jump around with our Barnyard Inflatable, Jurassic Slide, 70 foot Inflatable Obstacle Course, and Lego Bouncy House!

Friday, June 12th: 3pm – 6pm
Saturday, June 13th: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, June 14th: 11am – 4pm

Sponsored by: Mercury Marine, Grande Cheese Company

Brent Bel & The Boys
2026-06-12 15:00 - 18:00
Location: Center Stage

Event Details: Brent Bel & The Boys span the decades of country music, take requests, sprinkle in originals, and zest with pop and rock tunes, making every single show unique.

Friday, June 12th: 3pm – 6pm

Stage Sponsor: Grande Cheese

Radio Partner: 107.1 The Bull

Walleyball Softball
2026-06-12 15:00 - 20:00
Location: Softball Island

Event Details: Walleyball Softball Tournament is open to all high school age students that will be graduating with the class of 2026 and incoming freshman graduating with the class of 2030. Teams must include an even amount of male and female genders. At least one team representative (preferably the team captain) is required to attend the Captain’s Meeting* on Sunday, June 7st at 4:45pm at Baseball Fields in Lakeside Park. Roster can be submitted at that time with a final roster being required prior to the first game.
Winning team receives the traveling trophy and Championship T-shirts from Hopper’s Screen Printing + Embroidery!

Friday, June 12th: Games Begin at 3pm
Saturday, June 13th: Games Begin at 8am
Sunday, June 14th: Games Begin at 8am

Registration Information (Deadline – June 6th, 2026): CLICK HERE
2026 Walleyball Rules: CLICK HERE
Concussion Information and Disclaimer Form: CLICK HERE

Sponsored by: M3 Insurance

Supported by: Fond du Lac Dock Spiders and Jack’s Team Sports

Pier Pups Session
2026-06-12 15:30 - 16:30
Location: Main Street

Event Details: We love dogs! Jumping, flying, splashing….oh my! If your dog loves the water, you will want to try Pier Pups Canine Dock Jumping. This is their 7th year of what is to become a tradition at Walleye Weekend. The first session starts on Friday June 12th at 3:30 pm. Sessions will be continuous throughout the day/evening.

Friday, June 12th: 3:30pm, 5pm, 6:30pm
Saturday, June 13th: 11:30, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm
Sunday, June 14th: 10am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm

Sponsored by: Summit Automotive

Suzie & The Detonators
2026-06-12 16:00 - 18:00 | EmailLogo2-1
Location: East Stage

Event Details: Based out of the Sheboygan area, Suzie & the Detonators is a high energy, 5-piece pop, rock and disco cover band. Since its beginnings in 2019, their combination of talent, song selection, entertainment, musicianship and versatility are sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Friday, June 12th: 4pm – 6pm

Stage Sponsor: Holiday Automotive

Radio Partner: Sunny 97.7

Sunny 97.7 Prize Wheel & Live Shows
2026-06-12 16:00 - 19:00
Location: 3 – way Main St, Fraiser, and Promen St. intersection

Event Details: Sunny 97.7 and 95.1 & 96.1 The Rock visit Walleye Weekend June 12th, 13th, and 14th with Live Shows and a prize wheel!

Friday, June 12th: 4pm – 7pm
Saturday, June 13th: 11am – 5pm
Sunday, June 14th: 11am – 3pm

Sponsored by: Sunny 97.7, 95.1 & 96.1 The Rock

Wild World of Animals Show
2026-06-12 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-06-12 18:30 - 19:30
Location: Mercury Island

Event Details: Animals appearing on the Michels Corporation Wild World of Animals Stage include: large alligator, snapping turtle, large and small American alligator, large reticulated python, albino monocle cobra, European eagle owl, blue and gold macaw, opossum, binturong, spot-nose guenon, African spotted leopard, pug-(dog), two pot-bellied pigs, emperor scorpion, leopard gecko, African millipede, ball python and marine toad. Click here to visit the Wild World of Animals official website.

Friday, June 12th: 4:30pm, 6:30pm
Saturday, June 13th: 11am, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm
Sunday, June 14th: 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm

Sponsored by: Michels Corporation

Pier Pups Session
2026-06-12 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-12 18:30 - 19:30
Location: Main Street

Event Details: We love dogs! Jumping, flying, splashing….oh my! If your dog loves the water, you will want to try Pier Pups Canine Dock Jumping. This is their 6th year of what is to become a tradition at Walleye Weekend. The first session starts on Friday June 12th at 3:30 pm. Sessions will be continuous throughout the day/evening.

Friday, June 12th: 3:30pm, 5pm, 6:30pm
Saturday, June 13th: 11:30, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm
Sunday, June 14th: 10am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm

Sponsored by: Summit Automotive

FallBack
2026-06-12 17:00 - 19:00
Location: Point West Stage

Event Details: Welcome FallBack BACK to Walleye Weekend in 2026! Get ready to rock with FallBack, the ultimate high-energy rock band delivering electrifying party anthems that ignite the crowd! FallBack’s powerful vocals, blazing guitars, and driving rhythm brings the ultimate rock experience to every stage and party!

Friday, June 12th: 5pm – 7pm

Stage Sponsor: Mercury Marine

Radio Partner: 95.1 & 96.1 The Rock

Flannel Revival
2026-06-12 18:45 - 21:45
Location: East Stage

Event Details: Performing iconic 90’s & 2000’s Hard Rock that feeds the vein of your rebellious youth.

Friday, June 12th: 6:45pm – 9:45pm

Stage Sponsor: Holiday Automotive

Radio Partner: Sunny 97.7

Driftwood
2026-06-12 19:00 - 22:00
Location: Center Stage

Event Details: Driftwood is a high energy country/rock band from Fond du Lac, WI. After 15 years, Driftwood is preparing to retire as a band at the end of this year. All the more reason to come to Walleye Weekend! Ensure that you don’t miss out on one of their final performances.

Friday, June 12th: 7pm – 10pm

Stage Sponsor: Grande Cheese

Radio Partner: 107.1 The Bull

Crazy Train - An Ozzy Osborne Tribute
2026-06-12 19:30 - 21:30
Location: Point West Stage

Event Details: ALL ABOARD! Crazy Train is the ultimate touring Ozzy Osbourne Tribute show, hosted by Vinny Cormier and supported by a Berklee-level crew, including his son Dylan on guitar. This show delivers a captivating tribute unlike any other, musically and visually. The show is packed with “wow” moments you won’t forget and performed LIVE AND LOUD!

Friday, June 12th: 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Stage Sponsor: Mercury Marine

Radio Partner: 95.1 & 96.1 The Rock

Friday 50/50 Drawing
2026-06-12 20:00 - 20:30
Location: Walleye Weekend HQ, Roaming Ticket Sales

Event Details: Help support Walleye Weekend and the continuation of this festival and its tradition in our community.

1 Tickets = $5
3 Tickets = $10
7 Tickets = $20

Friday, June 12th: 3pm – 7:30pm, Drawing at 8pm
Saturday, June 13th: 10am – 7:30pm, Drawing at 8pm
Sunday, June 14th: 10am – 3:30pm, Drawing at 4pm

Benefiting: Fond du Lac Festivals, Inc.

Beans and Bites Coffee Truck
2026-06-13 06:30 - 11:30
Location: East Promen Drive/ Walleye Run/Walk Finish Line/ East Stage

Event Details: Grab a cup of specialty made coffee on Saturday morning now at Walleye Weekend! The Beans and Bites Coffee Truck serves a variety a hot and cold drinks, coffee or otherwise!

Saturday, June 13th: 6:30am – 11:30am

Supported by: Beans and Bites

SSM Health Walleye Run/ Walk
2026-06-13 07:00 - 11:00
Race Day Registration Location: North Shelter on Mercury Island
Route locations stretch throughout Lakeside Park

CLICK HERE FOR LIVE RESULTS

Event Details: The Fond du Lac Running Club’s premier event, The SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk, will be held Saturday, June 12th at Lakeside Park in Fond du Lac, WI. This annual event in the heart of the festival has attracted approximately 500 runners participating in the first Walleye Run to as many as 1,200 participating in recent years. You don’t want to miss it! Great fun for the serious runners, the not so serious runners, and the entire family. This event is a crowd-pleaser both on the ‘track’ and on the sidelines!

For any questions please contact Shane Smith at:
(920)979-1476 or shaneksmith83@gmail.com

Refunds are not offered with this event. Registration is only available online.

Have children registered for the SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk? Check out the Burke Ice Cream Social!

Registration Information: To Register, CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE FOR LIVE RESULTS

Sponsored by: SSM Health
Sponsored in Part by: BCI Burke, Festival Foods

Kids Fishing Tournament
2026-06-13 08:00 - 12:00
Location: Mercury Island

Event Details: This free Kids Fishing Tournament is held on Oven Island, and children line the banks of the two north channels, often shoulder to shoulder. Each catch is weighed on electronic scales with the most weight winning. Contestants may choose to fish both days or only one day of their choice. It’s the beginning of summer, so let’s go fishing!

Be sure to bring your own fishing pole, equipment and live bait if you’re interested in participating. Equipment will not be provided.

Trophies will be awarded and announcements made each day 15 minutes after the tournament has concluded on the Mercury National Tournament Stage.

All places (first-third) for each age group (4 and under, 5-8, 9-14, 15-17) for the Individual Competition on Saturday will win Walleye Weekend Medals.

Saturday, June 13th: 8am – 12:00pm

Registration Information: Pre-registration online is encouraged but not mandatory, as parties can still register on site the day of each tournament. The first 100 kids (17 and younger) to register online will receive a $5.00 Fleet Farm Gift Card the day of the event. Online registration available until Friday, June 12th at 3pm.
TO REGISTER – CLICK HERE

This free event benefits the Fond du Lac Chapter of Fishing Has No Boundaries.

Sponsored by: Fleet Farm

Sponsored in Part by: Badger Scale

In Partnership with: Fishing had no Boundaries

Volleyball Tournament
2026-06-13 08:00 - 17:00
Location: Softball Island

Event Details: Set up those nets, bring your volleyballs, and get ready to bump, set and spike! Grab some friends and show off your skills! The tournament will be played at Lakeside Park in Fond du Lac. Whether you’re in it to win it or just want to play some volleyball with friends, there is a division for everyone.

Saturday, June 13th: Matches Begin at 8am

Women’s 4’s – CLICK HERE
Men’s 3’s – CLICK HERE

Sunday, June 14th: Matches Begin at 8am

Coed 6’s – CLICK HERE
Coed 4’s – CLICK HERE

General Tournament Information:

Bracket and play times will be emailed to team captains by Friday, June 12th at noon.
Games will be played at Lakeside Park Baseball Island (rain or shine) with registration ending on Tuesday, June 9th. Registration will be capped at 20 teams per division. A waitlist will be available once the cap is met.
USAV Rules apply – All matches will be 2 of 3 sets with rally scoring to 21 points, winning by 2. Deciding set to 15 points and win by 1. All divisions will consist of pool play followed by a single elimination tournament. Shoes with spikes are not allowed. Please bring your own volleyballs!
All division winners receive the following prizes: 75% Payout (including 3rd Place – unless 6 team threshold is not met)
Must be 18 years of age to play (Under 18 must have parent/guardian signed waiver)
Tournament will take place in accordance with the USAV Grass Rules

Sponsored by: Eden-Valders Stone

Supported by: Marian University Volleyball
