A High-Energy Night for Bath Boosters in Lima
The Allen County Fairgrounds in Lima, Ohio, became the center of a lively community celebration on October 24, 2026, as Felix And Fingers Dueling Pianos brought music, laughter, and plenty of audience participation to a fundraiser supporting the Bath Sports Booster Club. The evening was all about raising money for local athletics, but it quickly turned into the kind of sing-along party that makes dueling pianos such a natural fit for benefit events.
From the start, the crowd made it clear they were ready to be part of the show. Guests sang along to nearly every song, creating a room-wide chorus that kept the momentum moving from one request to the next. For anyone considering a fundraiser at Allen County Fairgrounds, the event showed how the right entertainment can turn a good cause into a full-scale community experience.
The Felix And Fingers performers leaned into the energy, taking requests across decades and genres. The night’s playlist moved comfortably from Miley Cyrus to John Denver, with the crowd matching every shift in style. That variety is one of the biggest strengths of dueling pianos: guests are not just watching a show, they are shaping it in real time.
There was also a distinctly fun fundraiser atmosphere throughout the room. With spirited raffle-style moments and bottles making their way through the audience, guests stayed engaged, laughing, cheering, and calling out requests. The result was a fundraiser that felt less like a formal program and more like a shared celebration for the Bath community.
Requests, Rivalries, and a Crowd That Loved Every Surprise
One of the most memorable parts of the evening was the sheer range of music requested by the audience. Guests asked for everything from Eminem to Jerry Lee Lewis, and Felix And Fingers delivered with the kind of versatility that keeps a room guessing in the best way. The crowd especially seemed to enjoy hearing rap worked into the dueling piano format, responding with laughter, applause, and enthusiastic sing-alongs.
The performers also found a clever way to turn friendly sports rivalry into fundraising fuel. By pitting OSU fans against University of Michigan fans, the show tapped into a classic Ohio-Michigan dynamic and used it to help raise extra money for the cause. It was playful, familiar, and perfectly suited to a fundraiser supporting athletics.
That friendly competition helped the Bath Sports Booster Club raise more than $600 during the event. More importantly, it gave guests another reason to participate. Instead of simply sitting back and enjoying the show, attendees could cheer for their side, contribute to the fundraiser, and become part of the entertainment.
Another standout moment came with a killer version of “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay,” performed by Janessa. The song gave the evening a soulful highlight and showed off the musical range that Felix And Fingers brings to events. In a night filled with upbeat requests and crowd interaction, that performance offered a memorable change of pace while keeping the room fully connected.
An Anniversary Song and a Community Sing-Along to Remember
Among all the big laughs and loud requests, one of the sweetest moments of the night belonged to a couple celebrating their 44th anniversary. They requested their wedding song, “Islands in the Stream,” giving the fundraiser a heartfelt highlight that stood out beautifully amid the high-energy fun. The moment added warmth to the evening and reminded everyone that live music has a way of making personal milestones feel even more special.
That blend of comedy, music, and sincerity is exactly why dueling pianos work so well for fundraisers. The show can move from a classic rock-and-roll request to a country sing-along, then shift into a sentimental dedication without losing the crowd. At Allen County Fairgrounds, that flexibility helped create an event that felt polished but never predictable.
The Bath community came ready to support its athletics program, but the atmosphere became something larger than a fundraiser. It was a night of shared songs, school spirit, anniversary romance, sports rivalry, and neighbors coming together for a cause. Felix And Fingers did more than provide background entertainment; they helped drive engagement, encourage giving, and keep the room energized from start to finish.
For organizations in Lima looking to host a fundraiser, gala, booster event, or community celebration, this event at Allen County Fairgrounds offered a strong example of how interactive entertainment can elevate the entire experience. When guests are singing along, making requests, laughing at surprise rap moments, and cheering on their favorite team rivalry, they are not just attending an event—they are investing in it.
Felix And Fingers Dueling Pianos was proud to help the Bath Sports Booster Club raise money for local athletics and create a night the crowd clearly enjoyed. To bring that same high-energy, request-driven entertainment to an upcoming event, contact Felix And Fingers at (800) 557-4196. If this Lima fundraiser sounds like the kind of celebration worth sharing, pass this blog post along to someone planning an event at Allen County Fairgrounds or anywhere a great crowd deserves great music.
Performers At This Event
Meet the Felix And Fingers entertainers who helped bring this event to life.
Alyson Massa
Pianist/Beethoven & Chopin Escapee
Alyson was born in New Jersey, reluctantly playing Beethoven for her 6th grade talent shows, but secretly practicing her pop tunes as a closeted dueling pianist. Now, she’s no longer hiding behind Beethoven and Chopin! She’s living her best life singing and…
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Venue & Vendor Details
Here are the people and places that helped make this event happen.
| Type | Name | Address | Website | Phone | Price Range | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venue | Allen County Fairgrounds | Address2750 Harding Highway Lima, Ohio 45804 |
