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Impact Theatre Company Brings Next to Normal to Fond du Lac
by Shane Michael · 7/18/2026
Impact Theatre Company presents Next to Normal, the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical exploring family, mental illness, grief, and hope through a powerful contemporary rock score. Catch this unforgettable production at Goodrich Little Theatre in Fond du Lac, July 23–26 and July 30–August 1.
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THELMA Thursdays Bring Music, Community, and Summer Fun to Downtown Fond du Lac
by Kristin Santini · 7/10/2026
Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts brings Downtown Fond du Lac to life each summer with its free THELMA Thursdays concert series, featuring live music, dancing, and a vibrant community atmosphere. It's the perfect excuse to enjoy local dining, explore downtown, and spend a summer evening listening to great music under the open sky.
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Cowlicks Cones & Floats
by Darren Goodpaster · 7/3/2026
A great local treat!
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🎸 Flannel Revival Brought the '90s Back at Walleye Weekend
by Shane Michael · 6/28/2026
It’s great to see bands like Flannel Revival keeping this music alive. They put on a high-energy show that gets the crowd involved from the first song to the last. If you ever see they’re playing somewhere around Wisconsin, I’d definitely recommend checking them out.
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Third Thursdays on Main Brings Downtown Fond du Lac to Life
by Kristin Santini · 6/20/2026
Downtown Fond du Lac came alive during another successful Third Thursdays on Main, as residents and visitors enjoyed shopping, dining, live entertainment, and community fun throughout Main Street. From talented street performers and colorful sidewalk art to music at the plaza, the event once again showcased the energy and vibrancy of downtown while supporting local businesses.
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One Last Chance to Enjoy Walleye Weekend
by Shane Michael · 6/14/2026
If you're looking for something to do today, Walleye Weekend wraps up its final day at Lakeside Park. The festival runs from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., giving families one last chance to enjoy everything that has made this Fond du Lac tradition so popular over the years.
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Guys and Dolls is coming to Fond du Lac Community Theatre!
by Jeffrey T Junig · 6/7/2026
If you’ve never seen Guys and Dolls, this is a great chance to experience one of the true classics of American musical theater.
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Fond du Lac Celebrates Ribbon Cutting For Veterans Memorial Park
by Shane Michael · 5/23/2026
Around 200 people gathered today as Fond du Lac County officially celebrated the ribbon cutting for the newly renovated Veterans Memorial Park. After a year of construction, the transformed park now beautifully honors both living and deceased veterans with dedicated military branch pillars and personalized memorial bricks placed along the walls by local families.
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Whiskey Dix Saloon
by Darren Goodpaster · 5/2/2026
Whiskey Dix is an amazing Venue for Live Music and great cocktails.
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StoryWalk Season Is Back at Lakeside and Hamilton Park.
by ShaneRich · 4/30/2026
If you walk Lakeside Park as much as I do, you’ve probably seen these and maybe didn’t even realize what they were at first. I remember going on one of my normal walks and noticing pages of a kids book posted along the path. At first I thought it was just some random display, but then I realized… it
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Rooted in Love & Fur Photography Brings Heart, Community, and Purpose to Downtown Fond du Lac
by Kristin Santini · 4/24/2026
In the heart of Downtown Fond du Lac, a photography business is doing more than capturing beautiful moments—it’s telling stories that matter. Rooted in Love & Fur Photography is blending artistry with compassion, creating a space where memories are preserved and animals in need are given a voice.
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The Breakroom
by Darren Goodpaster · 4/11/2026
In the heart of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, there’s a place where the lights stay warm, the drinks stay cold, and the music never stops—welcome to The Breakroom. More than just a neighborhood bar, The Breakroom has carved out a reputation as one of the area’s most dependable venues of live music. On
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A Holiday I Didn’t Always Get to Be Part Of.. Easter Sunday
by ShaneRich · 4/5/2026
Easter always kind of sneaks up on me, but at the same time it feels like that turning point. You start to feel winter finally loosening its grip, the days are getting longer, and you just know summer is right around the corner. You go from bundling up every day to thinking about being outside again
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Zeiegler Winery
by Darren Goodpaster · 3/29/2026
Tucked just outside Fond du Lac in the rolling countryside of Malone, Ziegler Winery has built a reputation as more than just a place to enjoy a glass of wine—it’s a destination where live music, community, and scenic beauty come together. Whether you're a casual listener or a devoted music fan, thi
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The Prayer Pantry
by ShaneRich · 3/22/2026
When faced with sadness, anger, frustration, confusion, etc, do you shy away from those emotions or do you use them as fuel? For Marlee, these emotions were the kindling that initiated the Prayer Pantry. Starting at the end of January 2026, Marlee says the pantry was born from a place of wanting to
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Shakey Joes Bar and Grill
by Darren Goodpaster · 3/14/2026
Located in the welcoming small town of Mount Calvary, Shakey Joes Bar and Grill has become a favorite gathering place for locals and visitors looking for great food and lively entertainment. Known for its friendly atmosphere and small-town hospitality, Shakey Joes offers the perfect combination of d
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Shut Up & Dance: Bringing Energy and Community to Downtown Fond du Lac
by Kristin Santini · 3/8/2026
Shut up & Dance Keeps Downtown Moving In the heart of downtown, Shut up & Dance continues to bring energy, creativity, and community together through the power of dance. A longtime part of the downtown scene, the studio offers a welcoming environment where people of all ages and skill levels
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Thelma Sadoff Center
by Darren Goodpaster · 3/1/2026
Live Music & Concert Experiences at THELMA: Fond du Lac’s Premier Arts Stage In the heart of downtown Fond du Lac’s Arts and Entertainment District, the Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts—known locally as THELMA—has become one of Wisconsin’s most dynamic destinations for live music and concert
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The Passenger Lounge Brings Live Music To Fond du Lac’s Historic Train Depot
by ShaneRich · 2/21/2026
There’s something really special about seeing a historic Fond du Lac building come back to life, and that’s exactly what’s happening inside the old Railway Depot. Now transformed into The Passenger Lounge, the beautifully restored space officially opened its doors Thursday as a live music and event
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Oddball Arts
by Ashley Ernst · 2/15/2026
Have you ever seen those beautiful window paintings throughout local businesses? Have you seen the bold, colorful murals in Fond du Lac and surrounding areas? Chloe Tschudy, owner of Oddball Arts is the one painting the city, adding splashes of color throughout Fond du Lac. Chloe has won Best Painte
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