Free events in Fond du Lac, WI

Now in its eighth year, the Holiday Automotive Cruise-In Car Show brings car enthusiasts together at the Holiday Budget Center for music, food available for purchase, and rows of collector cars. Admission and vehicle entry are free, and the show welcomes all years, makes, and models. Pre-registration is available, and the event is open to anyone who enjoys cars.

Browse more than 90 vendors in Downtown Fond du Lac offering Wisconsin-grown produce, plants and flowers, along with locally made bakery items, meats, cheeses, arts, crafts and more. Enjoy breakfast or lunch from prepared food vendors or opt for a sit-down meal at a downtown restaurant, then continue your day by exploring the area’s unique local businesses. For the comfort and safety of attendees, please leave pets at home, except for service animals, as crowds and noise may be challenging.

Enjoy casual Pokémon play with no entry fee. Games start on demand, so you can jump into a match whenever you are ready. Every trainer who participates receives a promo pack.

Gather your crew and build a team for a no-cost pub trivia night hosted by DJ Trivia. Prizes await the top three teams, so bring your best mix of knowledge and quick thinking. Keep the energy up with pizza and pretzels while you play, and enjoy a friendly, competitive atmosphere from the first question to the final tally.

Take part in a summer walking group that gathers in the yoga space before heading out for a relaxed, social stroll through the ITWW neighborhood. It offers a simple way to get moving, meet others, and start the day with positive energy. The series is free and open to everyone. Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a water bottle, and feel free to invite a friend.

Weekly summer track workouts at Cardinal Stadium in Fond du Lac welcome all ages and paces for structured intervals totaling about three miles on the track. Sessions begin with brief announcements and an outline of the plan, then participants often sort into faster and slower groups based on recovery times. Repeats typically range from 100 to 1600 meters, with most weeks focusing on 400 to 1600 meter efforts. Participation is flexible, so complete what feels right and there is no requirement to run the full distance. Non-members are welcome, and the gatherings are free and open to the public, with a friendly turnout that often ranges from 15 to 30 people. The venue offers plenty of parking and access to restrooms. Bringing your own water and snacks is recommended, along with weather-appropriate gear and a dry change of clothes. In poor weather, a running club representative will still be at the track, though attendees are encouraged to use their judgment, especially if traveling from out of town. First-time participants will be asked to sign a waiver that covers the spring and summer season. There is usually time to warm up beforehand, and the specific workout changes each week while adding up to roughly three miles.

Hosted by The Friends of Lakeside Park, this volunteer trash cleanup invites the community to help keep the park litter free. Volunteers gather on Oven Island near the Main Shelter to pick up trash using supplies provided by the organizers, including gloves, grabbers, and bags. The cleanup is family friendly and open to all ages, and it is suitable for individuals or groups seeking volunteer credits, with verification forms available at the event. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. No preregistration is required.

Putt Putt League is back at Knuth Brewing Co. Each Wednesday, the biergarten turns into a putt putt course. Play for that week’s prize, including a $15 KBC gift card and points in the standings. This week’s session is free to play for anyone who wants to join in.

A free four-week youth cross country series takes place at Theisen Middle School, welcoming students entering grade 8 and below from any school district. The event is open to the public and encourages participation regardless of other sports. Same-day registration is the only sign-up and covers the entire series, and returning runners should check in each week at the registration table before their race. The registration area is set up on the east side of the building near the east parking lot, with an indoor option just inside door 9 if weather requires it. All races are run on grass on the east side of the campus and around the football field, with the start and finish positioned by the east parking lot, and volunteers are on hand to help. Race distances are organized by grade level, with pre-kindergarten and kindergarten covering one-eighth mile, grades 1 through 3 running one-quarter mile, grades 4 through 6 completing one-half mile, and grades 7 and 8 taking on three-quarters of a mile. Every participant is timed, finishers receive a place card to return at registration for accurate results, and a participation award is provided each week. Water is available for runners and spectators.

Organist David Hein performs on the Klaus Becker two manual tracker organ at Church of Our Saviour, Lutheran - ELCA in Fond du Lac. A free will offering will be collected, and proceeds support a scholarship fund that assists the training of young organists and the continuation of future summer organ recital series.

Join Chair Yoga at the Willmore Center, a practical, chair-based class focused on building strength, increasing range of motion, improving balance, and boosting overall vitality. The session includes stress-reducing meditation moments, with mostly chair yoga plus some optional standing and a chance to transition to the ground for rest at the end. It is led by Tracy Matthias and Jennifer Duffy. This program is provided for free through SSM Health and is sponsored by SSM Health, Ripon Parks and Recreation, and Ripon College.