A century of summers   ·   1926–2026Black Lake, Olympia, Washington
Columbus ParkOn Black Lake · Since 1926

A Columbus Park tradition

Little anglers.
Big memories.

Bob’s Kids Fishing Day & Family Fun Fair, a community fun fair in Olympia, brings fishing, games and family time to the shores of Black Lake.

Explore the event
Children and adults fishing at the Community Fun Fair along the shore of Black Lake, Olympia, beside picnic tables and a dock.
Confirmed event date –

Earlier program and visitor details below are from the 2026 announcement; contact the organizers to confirm other 2027 details.

Fishing and family time

A day made
for family time.

The 2026 program offered free fishing for children 14 and younger, alongside games, crafts, prizes and local vendors.

  • Fishing poles provided. Children will use one of the event’s loaner fishing poles.
  • Make time to explore. The program included activities for children and adults and local vendors.
  • Ask about future participation. Businesses and organizations interested in vendor opportunities can contact the organizers for the next event.

Stay connected

Questions for the Community Fun Fair organizers?

Ask about registration, vendor participation or ways to help. Contact [email protected]. For park questions, use the park contact form.

Email event organizers

Find your way around.

The campground map the office hands out to campers. Read the map in text or open it full size ↗. Confirm your assigned site with the office.

Columbus Park campground map, 2026: numbered campsites, the office, beach, kitchens, restrooms, parking and the creek beside Black Lake. A text description is on the park map page.