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Welcome to Wisconsin’s Event City! This planner is fi lled with things to see and do, and it’s just a sample of the fun that the Oshkosh area has to offer. Check out VisitOshkosh.com and follow our social media channels for more great getaway ideas and the latest news and updates on what’s happening in Oshkosh.

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Oshkosh, WI 54901Phone: (920) 303-9200

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Oshkosh is home to places where you can experience beautiful art, moving music and important history. Year-round attractions offer entertainment that appeals to all ages. Discover more things to see and do at VisitOshkosh.com.

Attractions

EAA AirVenture Museum3000 Poberezny Road(920) 426-4800 | airventuremuseum.org

Discover the AirVenture Museum with the KidVenture Gallery and Pioneer Airport. Visit the home of the famous EAA AirVenture Fly-In.

Grand Opera House100 High Avenue (920) 424-2350 | grandoperahouse.org

This venue is home to touring artists, local performances, meetings and weddings. Built in 1883, it’s the oldest operating theater building in Wisconsin.

Military Veterans Museum & Education Center4300 Poberezny Road(920) 232-8257 | mvmwisconsin.com

This museum preserves our nation’s military history. It features a large collection of military items.

Oshkosh Public Museum1331 Algoma Boulevard(920) 236-5799 | oshkoshmuseum.org

This local history museum explores the Lake Winnebago region, featuring interactive, family- friendly exhibits and rotating annual exhibitions.

Paine Art Center and Gardens1410 Algoma Boulevard (920) 235-6903 | thepaine.org

Revered as an “American castle,” the Paine Art Center and Gardens is a historic estate with art galleries and display gardens.


Events

Greater WI Outdoor & Sportsman FestivalJune 12-14

Miss Wisconsin Scholarship PageantJune 17-20

Summer Edition Battle on Bago/Otter Street Fisheree June 20-21

Country USA June 23-27

WI Baseball Coaches Association: All-Star Classic June 26-27

Sawdust Days July 1-5

US Volleyball Open July 10-12

Lifest July 9-12

Ongoing Events

Gallery WalkSaturdays

Farmers MarketSaturdays

Great War to Great GatsbyJuly 26-October 18Oshkosh Public Museum | oshkoshmuseum.org

Rock USA July 15-18

WI Football Coaches Association: All-Star Game July 18

EAA AirVenture July 20-26

Brews N Blues July 25

ARC Restoration and Contracting Presents the Gus Macker August 15-16

Badger Classic Senior Softball August 13-16

Winnebagoland BMX State ChampionshipAugust 29-30

Dragonboat Race & Festival September 19

Celebration of LightsNovember-December

Nutcracker in the CastleNovember-JanuaryPaine Art Center and Gardens | thepaine.org

Deck the Halls November-JanuaryOshkosh Public Museum | oshkoshmuseum.org


WaterfestThursdays (Summer)waterfest.org

This popular outdoor music festival celebrates 30 years in 2015. Waterfest brings some of the country’s best musical acts to the Oshkosh waterfront.

Dressing Downton™: Changing Fashion for Changing TimesJune 20-September 20Paine Art Center and Gardens | thepaine.org

Period costumes from the acclaimed PBS Masterpiece series Downton Abbey® will be displayed throughout the historic mansion.

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Dining

River WalkThe Oshkosh River Walk is a scenic walkway in downtown Oshkosh that connects the city with the beautiful Fox River. Enjoy a beautiful stroll close to hotels, shops and restaurants.

Wiouwash TrailThis 46-mile state recreation trail travels north and west through Oshkosh on a historic railroad bed. The trail is ideal for bicycling, walking and enjoying nature.

Trails

From fine dining to quick and causal restaurants, you’ll find food to please all tastes in Oshkosh. Enjoy outdoor waterfront dining along Oshkosh’s picturesque River Walk.

Throughout Oshkosh, discover stores offering unique home furnishings, fun apparel, electronics and specialty items. Discover retail offerings on the Highway 41 corridor, including The Outlet Shoppes at Oshkosh, and explore dozens of eclectic shops downtown. Oshkosh is a city for shoppers.

Shopping


Enjoy the outdoors in Oshkosh. The city is on the water and filled with beautiful parks and trails that are easily accessible and close to parking, restaurants and hotels.

Recreation

BikingOne of the best ways to enjoy Oshkosh is on twowheels. Start your pedaling downtown on the River Walk. Feeling like a longer trip? Continue your adventure on the 46-mile Wiouwash Trail. Or, explore bike-friendly roads and streets.

FishingThe Oshkosh area is ideally located on the west shore of Lake Winnebago and adjacent to other lakes that make up the Winnebago system. There are few places in the world where freshwater fishing is so outstanding yet so convenient.

BoatingLocated on Lake Winnebago and the Fox River, you’re never far from water in Oshkosh. Numerous landings and tie-ups along the River Walk make it easy to enjoy boating in Oshkosh. Rentals are available at many local businesses.

GolfingDiscover nine courses in the Oshkosh area. With its abundance of beautiful and convenientcourses, comfortable hotels and tasty restaurants, Oshkosh is a great golfing destination.

PaddlingOshkosh is a city surrounded with paddling possibilities. Explore the Fox River, Lake Butte des Morts and Lake Winnebago. Calm waters, beautiful wildlife and plentiful launch spots make this a great city to enjoy by canoe or kayak. Rentals are available in Menominee Park.


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