Sheboygan, Wisconsin, is making major strides as a center for outdoor fun and community spirit.

Optimist Park will soon feature brand-new playground equipment, thanks to a partnership between the city and the Optimist Club of Sheboygan, which is covering half the $50,000 price tag.

Work is set for early 2025, bringing more play options to south side families.

Local baseball fans can cheer as the Sheboygan A’s extend their collaboration with Meijer through 2026, continuing the tradition of Meijer Family Day and free Sunday admission for kids 14 and under.

The city has also teamed up with Fox Valley Athletics on a five-year deal to operate Wildwood Athletic Park, promising new scoreboards and upgraded facilities for softball players.

Trail improvements are slated for the Interurban and Old Plank Road trails, focusing on repairs and long-term safety.

Summers will be even busier, with special refreshment areas at city events and Sheboygan County 4-H camps offering adventure and learning for local youth.

Sheboygan continues to build a vibrant, activity-filled future for all residents.

A vibrant day awaits at the Wisconsin State Fair Park, where families and visitors will find excitement from sunrise on.

The Main Horse Arena opens early with dynamic Horse Games, while the Wisconsin DockDogs invite the community to marvel at skilled canine competitors in a series of splash-filled events.

By midmorning, the grounds are alive with vendors, live butterflies at the Butterfly Encounter, and foot-tapping music at the Suds N Sounds Tent.

Kids and adults can cheer on racing pigs and ducks, enjoy the whimsical Granpa Cratchet Show, or be amazed by circus acrobatics from Dominguez Attractions.

The high-energy DEMOLITION DERBY and Dairy Showcase of Champions headline the noon hour, while live bands and historic sawmill demonstrations entertain throughout the afternoon.

Ending with thrilling canine finals and the Wood Carvers Auction, the fair promises adventure and lasting memories for all ages.