Downtown Derby Day
Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Downtown Fond du Lac’s All Day Kentucky Derby Celebration!
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby in style during Downtown Fond du Lac’s annual Downtown Derby Day –
an all-day celebration of the running of the Kentucky Derby!
This premiere event truly has something for everyone!
From best dressed contests, games, giveaways and prizes, to Kentucky Derby watch parties, live music, exclusive shopping, food and drink specials, and the third annual Downtown Fond du Lac Beer & Bourbon Crawl, there is Derby inspired fun around every corner!
Dress to impress! Derby inspired attire is highly encouraged!
Glamourous, high-fashion threads have been a part of the Kentucky Derby experience since the very beginning, so it only makes sense to celebrate in style. Don your biggest, brightest and most glamourous ensembles, headwear and accessories to be a part of the fun! Who knows? Maybe you’ll be chosen as one of our Best Dressed participants for great prizes supplied by downtown businesses!
Downtown Fond du Lac Beer & Bourbon Crawl
131 S Main St., Suite 101
1:00pm – 5:00pm
Make a toast to 152 years of the Kentucky Derby during Downtown Fond du Lac’s third annual Beer and Bourbon Crawl!
During the Beer & Bourbon Crawl, Fond du Lac’s downtown businesses become “tasting rooms” where ticket holders can sample a variety of beers, bourbons, and non-alcoholic beverages. Each location will serve a unique mocktail recipe or N/A option, and a beer or bourbon selection, so you’re sure to find something for your whole group!
For more information visit: www.downtownfdl.com/beer-bourbon-crawl/
Questions?
Contact Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership at: info@downtownfdl.com 920.322.2006
