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A premier destination near the heart of Wisconsin, Oshkosh offers a variety of fun events and attractions for any traveler. Surrounding lakes, rivers and trails provide year-round opportunities to explore the outdoors and the inviting downtown district features all the amenities of a big city within a small-city setting. Oshkosh has both historic and modern venues featuring engaging exhibits and an excellent performing arts scene. Year-round events range from gallery walks, dinner theaters and farmers markets to major music festivals and the largest airshow in the world, EAA AirVenture. Enjoy shopping at unique boutiques in the downtown district and our popular Outlet Shoppes, which are home to more than 40 brand-name stores. Supper clubs, waterfront dining, breweries, wineries, chocolate shops and drive-ins give visitors the opportunity to satisfy any palate. Conveniently located on the western shore of Lake Winnebago along the US-41 corridor, Oshkosh is an easily accessible destination with numerous lodging and entertainment options that fit every budget. From beginning to end, the best adventures are found in Oshkosh!

From beginning to end, the best adventures are found in Oshkosh!


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Executive Director Amy Albright Sales and Service Manager Jodi Jensema Event and Administrative Support Cheryl Schamens

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Credits/ Acknowledgments Editors and Advertising Sales Visit Oshkosh Cartography — Bob Hoot, Hoot Communications Design Gretchen Herrmann

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N O I T A T R O P S N A R T There are plenty of ways to get from here to there in Oshkosh!

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION GO Transit is Oshkosh’s local transit system. You will find convenient bus stops and routes throughout the city. Check out the Go Transit website or call 920-232-5340 to find routes, stops, hours of service and more. You can also catch a quick ride with Uber or Lyft in the Oshkosh area.

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AIRPORTS Wittman Regional Airport is Oshkosh’s only airport and hosts the annual EAA AirVenture Fly-In. The Appleton International Airport is only 20 miles north of Oshkosh and serves four airlines (American, Delta, United and Allegiant). Major airports within driving distance to Oshkosh include Austin Straubel International Airport (50 miles from Oshkosh) in Green Bay, Dane County Regional Airport (85 miles from Oshkosh) in Madison and General Mitchell International Airport (100 miles from Oshkosh) in Milwaukee.

BUS/SHUTTLE Local and regional busing/shuttle services are available from: Kobussen Bus 920-766-0606 Lamers 800-236-1240 GO Riteway 800-236-5450


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HOW MUCH FUN CAN YOU HAVE FOR $10 OR LESS? We guarantee it’s more than you might think. See the animals at the Menominee 1 Park Zoo or ride the train at the Children’s Amusement Center

2 Shop the Outlet Shoppes or explore 3 downtown boutiques Get creative at the Fire Escape

on the Wisconsin Herd at the 12 Cheer Menominee Nation Arena at way too many cupcakes and 13 Ecookies at Tamara’s or Caramel Crisp atisfy your sweet tooth at Hughes 14 SChocolate Shop or Oak’s Candy

Splash around Pollock Community 4 Water Park or the splash pad at

the Downtown Farmer’s Market, 15 Visit June–October, or the Indoor Farmer’s

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T ake in a game of putt-putt golf at Settler’s Mill Golf & Games

Visit a museum including the Paine Art 6 Center and Gardens, Oshkosh Public Museum or the Military Veterans Museum

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Go bowling at Revs Bowl Bar & Grill or Shoreview Lanes

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T ry a craft beer flight at Bare Bones Brewery, Fifth Ward Brewing Company or Fox River Brewing Company

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Savor some frozen custard or ice cream at Ardy & Ed’s, Leon’s or Rhapsodies

your coffee fix at Planet Perk or 10 Get New Moon Café Hike or bike on a local trail: Wiowash 11 State Trail, Terrell’s Island, Tribal

Heritage Trail, Oshkosh Riverwalk or Mascoutin Valley State Trail

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some cool snakes and more!

an Old Fashioned or Bloody Mary 17 Enjoy during happy hour at a local bar a vintage film at the Time 18 Catch Community Theatre ide with your friends during an 19 ROshkosh Slow Roll the day fishing on 20 Spend Lake Winnebago, the Fox River or Lake Butte des Morts

up your skates for an evening of 21 Lace ice skating at Roe Park some quality time with your 22 Spend dog at the Winnebago County Community Park

ave a picnic on the shores of 23 HLake Winnebago

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PICTURE YOURSELF IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY PARKS & SUNNYVIEW EXPO CENTER

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Website: co.winnebago.wi.us/parks • Facebook: @WinnCoParksExpo • Phone: 920-232-1960

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For the most up-to-date list of events, please go to VisitOshkosh.com.

ONGOING EVENTS

ONGOING EXHIBITS

Oshkosh Gallery Walk Monthly, 1st Saturday, Downtown Oshkosh

Walk This Way: Footwear from the Stuart Weitzman Collection of Historic Shoes June 26-October 10, Paine Art Center & Gardens Nutcracker in the Castle November 19, 2021-January 10, 2022, Paine Art Center & Gardens Celebration of Lights November 26, 2021-January 1, 2022, Menominee Park

First Fridays Monthly, 1st Friday, Downtown Oshkosh

Live at the Leach Summer, Tuesday Nights, Leach Amphitheater Waterfest Summer, Thursday Nights, Leach Amphitheater Movie Night at the Leach Summer, Select Friday Nights, Leach Amphitheater On the Loos Riverboat Cruises Summer, Weekends and Select Week Nights, Riverwalk/Fox River Oshkosh Slow Roll May-October, 3rd Tuesday, Various Locations

Events subject to change date and location.

Cruise Nights May-August, 4th Thursday, Ardy & Ed’s Drive-In Summer Farmers Market June-October, Saturday Morning, Downtown Oshkosh Brew on the Bay June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8 5-9:00 p.m. Market in the Park July-September, Wednesday Night, South Park Square Fair June-October, 3rd Saturday, Opera House Square Winter Farmers Market November-April, Select Saturday Mornings, Menominee Nation Arena Wisconsin Herd 2021/22 Season November-March, Menominee Nation Arena

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Performances Throughout the Year National Register of Historic Places Built in 1883 . Two Restorations Rent for Your Next Event

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OSHKOSH FARMERS MARKETS DOWNTOWN/SUMMER MARKET

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400 & 500 Blocks of N.Main Street Saturdays, 8 AM to 12:30 PM June - October

South Park Wednesdays, 3 to 7 PM Mid-July - Mid-September

WINTER INDOOR MARKET Menominee Nation Arena, 1212 S. Main St. Saturdays, 9 AM to 12:30 PM Select Saturdays November - April Oshkosh Saturday Farmers Market, Inc. www.osfmi.com / manager@osfmi.com / 920-509-1830 OSHKOSH FARMERS MARKETS

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2021 SPECIAL EVENTS 2021 2021 SPECIAL SPECIAL EVENTS EVENTS SPONSOR SPONSOR SPONSOR

Season Pass Beach Ball Party - June 11th Season Pass Beach Ball Season Pass Pass Beach Beach Ball Ball Party Party -- June June 11th 11th Season Disco Daze - June 24th Party - June 11th Disco Disco Daze Daze --- June June 24th 24th Disco Daze June 24th Ducky Races - July 22nd Ducky Ducky Races Races --- July July 22nd 22nd Ducky July 22nd SeasonRaces Passholder's Appreciation - August 14th Season Passholder's Season Passholder's Passholder's Appreciation Appreciation --- August August 14th 14th Season Appreciation August 14th Military Monday's.....Vets are FREE! Military Monday's.....Vets are are FREE! Military Military Monday's.....Vets Monday's.....Vets are FREE! FREE!

2021 Operating Hours:* 2021 Operating 2021 Operating Hours:* 2021 Operating Hours:* Hours:* 10:00am-11:30am Lap Swim, Lazy River Walking and Tot Time 10:00am-11:30am Lap Swim, Lazy 10:00am-11:30am Lap Swim, Lazy River Walking and Tot Time 10:00am-11:30am Lap Swim, Lazy River River Walking Walking and and Tot Tot Time Time Noon-3:00pm Open Swim Time Noon-3:00pm Open Swim Time Noon-3:00pm Open Swim Time Noon-3:00pm 4:00pm-7:00pmOpen OpenSwim SwimTime Time 2021 4:00pm-7:00pm Open Swim Time 4:00pm-7:00pm Open Open Swim Swim Time Time 2021 Season Season 4:00pm-7:00pm *Closed from 3pm-4pm daily for cleaning *Closed from 3pm-4pm daily for cleaning *Closed *Closed from from 3pm-4pm 3pm-4pm daily daily for for cleaning cleaning

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Season Pass June 1st and 3rd 4-8pm Season Season Pass Pass June June 1st 1st and and 3rd 3rd 4-8pm 4-8pm Sales Nights! At the Water Park Sales Nights! At the Water Park Sales Nights! At the Water Park

Dates: June 12th -- August 18th 2021 Season Dates: Dates: June June 12th 12th - August August 18th 18th

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2021 2021 SPECIAL EVENTS! 2021 SPECIAL SPECIAL EVENTS! EVENTS!

Snooze at the Zoo -- September 11th-12th Snooze Snooze at at the the Zoo Zoo - September September 11th-12th 11th-12th Zooloween 11am-3pm Zooloween Boo Boo --- October October 16th-17th 16th-17th 11am-3pm 11am-3pm Zooloween Boo October 16th-17th

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2021 MOVIE FREE FAMILY 2021 FAMILY 2021 FREE FAMILY MOVIE MOVIE FREE NIGHTS NIGHTS NIGHTS Join us for fun entertainment Join Join us us for for fun fun entertainment entertainment before the movie! before the before the movie! movie!

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LIVE AT THE LEACH Gates Open: 6:30pm Movie: Dusk LIVE AT LEACH Gates LIVE AT THE THENIGHT LEACHFFaamily F Gates Open: 6:30pm Movie: Dusk TUESDAY Gates Open: Open: 6:30pm 6:30pm Movie: Movie: Dusk Dusk u m F TUESDAY NIGHT NIGHT Faammiiily June 25th: Small Foot ly FFFuunnn SSpponsor: TUESDAY ly CONCERTS! June 25th: Small Foot u ! o Sppoonnssoor: FREE n June 25th: Small Foot S June 25th: Small Foot CONCERTS! nsorr:: FREE July 9th: A Dog's Journey FREE!!JulyCONCERTS! July 6th -- August 10th July 9th: 9th: A A Dog's Dog's Journey Journey July 9th: A Dog's Journey July 6th August 10th July 30th: Onward July 6th - August 10th July 30th: Onward July 30th: Onward July 30th: Onward August 13th: The Mighty Ducks Gates Open: 5:30pm August 13th: Ducks Gates Open: 5:30pm August 13th: The The Mighty Mighty Ducks August Mighty Ducks Gates Open: 5:30pm August13th: 27th:The Playing with Fire Family Fun: before concert August 27th: Playing with Family Fun: before concert August 27th: Playing with Fire August 27th: Playing with Fire Fire Family Fun: before concert Music Plays: 6:30-9pm Music Plays: 6:30-9pm www.leachamphitheater.com Music Plays: 6:30-9pm www.leachamphitheater.com www.leachamphitheater.com www.leachamphitheater.com

MENOMINEE PARK MENOMINEE PARK MENOMINEE MENOMINEE PARK PARK CHILDREN'S CHILDREN'S CHILDREN'S CHILDREN'S AMUSEMENTS AMUSEMENTS AMUSEMENTS AMUSEMENTS

520 Pratt Trail 520 Pratt 520 Pratt Trail Trail Oshkosh, WI 520 Pratt Trail Oshkosh, WI Oshkosh, WI 920-236-5089 Oshkosh, WI 920-236-5089 920-236-5089 920-236-5089

Open: Open: Open: Open: 11am-7pm Friday-Monday 11am-7pm 11am-7pm Friday-Monday Friday-Monday 11am-7pm Friday-Monday 1-4pm during special events 1-4pm during events 1-4pm during special special events 1-4pm special events 5-9pm during on Brews on the Bay nights 5-9pm on Brews on the Bay 5-9pm on on Brews Brews on on the the Bay Bay nights nights 5-9pm Memorial Day thru Labor Daynights Memorial Memorial Day Day thru thru Labor Labor Day Day Memorial Day thru Labor Day

2021 Special Events 1-4pm 2021 2021 Special Events 1-4pm TropicalSpecial Tuesday! -Events June 16th1-4pm Tropical Tuesday! June Tropical Tuesday! June 16th 16th Mascot Day! - July--20th Mascot Day! 20th Mascot Day! -- July July- August 20th 24th Bubble Bonanza! Bubble Bonanza! August Bubble Bonanza! - August 24th 24th

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OSHKOSH OSHKOSH OSHKOSH PARKS PARKS PARKS DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT The Exceptional The The Exceptional Exceptional Parks Experience Parks Parks Experience Experience Committed to Committed Committed to to Purpose and Purpose Purpose and and People People People

1:30pm opening 1:30pm opening 1:30pm opening performance 1:30pm opening performance performance by Kinsella performance by Kinsella by Kinsella Kinsella Irish Dancers! by Irish Irish Dancers! Dancers! Irish Dancers!

Kids Kids perform perform Kids perform 3pm-5pm 3pm-5pm 3pm-5pm

July 18th July July 18th 18th

Trucks & Trucks Trucks & & equipment equipment equipment to explore! to to explore! explore! Fun games! Fun Fun games! games!

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LIVE MUSIC! LIVE MUSIC! LIVE MUSIC! FOOD TRUCKS! FOOD TRUCKS! YARD GAME FUN! YARD GAME FUN! June 9th, July 14th, August 11th, & Sept. 8th June June 9th, 9th, July July 14th, 14th, August August 11th, 11th, & & Sept. Sept. 8th 8th

CHILDREN'S AMUSEMENTS will be open! CHILDREN'S CHILDREN'S AMUSEMENTS AMUSEMENTS will will be be open! open! NO 5-9pm each night! 5-9pm each NO 5-9pm each night! night! ADMISSION Menominee Park ADMISSION Menominee Park ADMISSION Menominee Park CHARGE! Kiwanis Shelter CHARGE! Kiwanis Shelter CHARGE! Kiwanis Shelter VisitOshkosh.com • 11


EAA Aviation Museum

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3000 Poberezny Drive Oshkosh, WI 54902


A year-round place of Discovery and Inspiration

Explore 13,000 years of prehistoric and early life in the award-winning People of the Waters. Discover history through engaging exhibitions selected to inspire, inform, and entertain. Marvel at exquisite artwork and decorative arts, stunning carved woodwork and the rich Tiffany treasures in the historic Sawyer home.

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perfect adventure

Find your in Wisconsin's Endless Shores.

Breathe in the fresh air and discover our nature's many wonders.

Hike, bike, kayak, boat, fish

and so much more throughout our more than 125 miles of shoreline.

Endless Shores Wisconsin — we'll keep you wanting to

go back outside for more.

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OSHKOSH BEER, WINE+CHEESE

MUSEUMS+ART

Indulge in fine wine, beer and cheese all made locally in Wisconsin

Submerge yourself in the fascinating art and history of Oshkosh

Union Star Cheese Factory Watch first-hand how cheese is made and sample the best squeaky, fresh cheese curds in the state.

Oshkosh Public Museum A center for the preservation of our culture dedicated to bringing history and heritage to life.

Vines & Rushes Winery Quaint and cozy with a warm atmosphere. Stroll through the vineyard and indulge at the unique tasting bar.

EAA Aviation Museum Where imagination takes flight. Browse a collection of more than 200 historic airplanes along with world-class galleries and displays.

Fox River Brewing Company Oshkosh’s original waterfront brewery featuring a beautiful riverside patio and restaurant. Come for the beer, stay for the view.

Fire Escape Paint your own pottery, decorate board signs and more at this DIY art studio in downtown Oshkosh.

Fifth Ward Brewing Company Downtown brewery with a relaxing atmosphere and more than 20 rotating taps. Explore the boundaries of brewing.

The Grand Oshkosh Wisconsin’s oldest operating opera house filled with rich history and a mysterious past.

Bare Bones Brewery A creative brewery featuring a mix of traditional and innovative beer that encourages you to get off the beaten path.

Morgan House Home of a former lumber baron, the Queen Anne style home has been beautifully preserved and ornately decorated.

Hendricks Family Distillery Family-owned operation, hand-crafting small batches of Pure Class Vodka. Artisan distillation at its finest. Rosendale Dairy Where does the milk for Wisconsin’s award winning cheese come from? Find out at the Rosendale Dairy, home to more than 8,300 dairy cows. 14 • VisitOshkosh.com

Military Veterans Museum The largest military vehicle museum in Wisconsin featuring vehicles and other paraphernalia form many of the wars in our nation’s history. Paine Art Center and Gardens A historic estate flourishing with exquisite art, immaculate gardens and one-of-a-kind inspiration.


Come Explore! Located at 100 W. College Ave. Appleton, WI

For more information, please visit

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FUN IN THE SUN Enjoy the sunshine while taking in some of Oshkosh’s best summertime activities Oshkosh Farmer’s Market Stroll downtown and shop for gorgeous flowers, artisan breads, locally grown fruits and vegetables, ready-to-eat treats, crafts and a whole lot more. Menominee Park and Zoo Located on the shores of Lake Winnebago, enjoy the most beautiful views in Oshkosh while interacting with furry and feathery friends. On the Loos Cruises Get on the water and gain a new perspective of Oshkosh during a narrated or sunset cruise aboard a paddlewheel riverboat. Winnebago County Community Park Grab your furry friend and enjoy the open space and easy access of this dog-friendly, 270-acre park. Uihlein Marsh A bird watchers paradise. Bird-watching guides from the Winnebago Audubon Society can help open your eyes to a variety of fascinating birds. Oshkosh Riverwalk Take a walk or bike ride along the beautiful Fox River and dine at a waterfront restaurant or enjoy a riverside picnic.

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Oshkosh is home to numerous trails that can take you from lake to lake and countryside to downtown in a matter of a few miles. It’s a great area for walkers and riders who enjoy smooth, flat trails and various landscapes. Check out three of Oshkosh’s most popular trails below. If you don’t have a bike, don’t worry! You can rent a bike at Winnebago Bicycle in downtown Oshkosh. Not only will they fit you to the perfect bike, they will also help you find the perfect trail.

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LODGING 1. Best Western Premier Waterfront Hotel • D 2. Braywood Inn • D 3. Quality Inn 4. Comfort Suites 5. Fairfield Inn & Suites 6. Cobblestone Suites 7. Hilton Garden Inn 8. Holiday Inn Express 9. La Quinta Inn 1 Lodging 10. Motel 6 1 Attractions/Recreation 11. 1 Super 8 Food and Drink 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

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ATTRACTIONS/ RECREATION 1. Adventure Games & Hobby •D 2. EAA Aviation Museum 3. Market Boutique • D 4. Menominee Nation Arena • D 5. Menominee Park Zoo & Amusement Area • D 6. Military Veterans Museum 7. Nativity Collection 8. On the Loos Cruises • D 9. Oshkosh Public Library • D 10. Oshkosh Public Museum 11. Oshkosh YMCA (2 locations) • D 12. Outlet Shoppes at Oshkosh 13. Paine Art Center & Gardens 14. Pollock Community Water Park 15. Precision Athletics 16. Revs Bowl Bar & Grill 17. South Park 18. The Grand Oshkosh • D 19. The Howard • D 20. Winnebago County Community Park

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FOOD AND DRINK 1. Bare Bones Brewery 2. Becket’s • D 3. Benvenuto’s Italian Grill 4. Caramel Crisp & Café • D 5. Dockside Tavern • D 6. Fifth Ward Brewing Co. • D 7. Fox River Brewing Co. 8. Gabe’s 9. Ground Round at River’s Edge • D 10. Manila • D 11. OshPop 12. Primo 13. Rhapsodies Gourmet Frozen Custard & Sandwiches • D 14. Pete’s Garage 15. The Hangar Bar & Grill 16. The Roxy 17. TJ’s Harbor • D 18. Wagner Market • D 19. Wendt’s on the Lake • D 20. Tamara’s the Cake Guru 21. Friar Tuck’s 22. Mineshaft

EVENT VENUES 1. Algoma Club • D 2. Brighton Acres 3. Ford Park Live 4. Gruenhagen Conference Center • D 5. LaSure’s Banquet Hall 6. Leach Amphitheater • D 7. Oshkosh Convention Center •D 8. Oshkosh Sports Complex/J.J. Keller Field 9. Sunnyview Exposition Center 10. The Waters • D 11. University of Wisconsin– Oshkosh

CAMPING 1. Circle R Campground 2. Hickory Oaks Campground 3. Kalbus Country Harbor D: Located on the Downtown Oshkosh map


N O I T A N I T S DE With over 200 locally owned restaurants, galleries, bars, boutiques, retail stores and other businesses, there is always something great happening in Downtown Oshkosh. Visitors of all ages are invited to shop, dine and experience an amazing variety of events, all while enjoying the unique downtown atmosphere.

For a complete listing of Downtown Oshkosh businesses, events and attractions, visit downtownoshkosh.com or call 920-303-9200.

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Whatever your mood­– Downtown Oshkosh has your morning covered! From amazing coffee shops, bottomless mimosas and champagne service to classic bloody marys and brunch. Summer Saturdays offer our award winning Farmer’s Market that boasts the best bakery, produce, flowers and live music. OSHKOSH FARMER’S MARKET Every Saturday 8am-12:30pm in Downtown Oshkosh June – October

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Enjoy dinner on the river or explore our unique variety of downtown restaurants! For a full list of restaurants and shops located in Downtown Oshkosh, visit downtownoshkosh.com.

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Create a masterpiece at Fire Escape, make your great escape at Escape Oshkosh or just grab a beer and enjoy some live music! There’s so much to do in Downtown Oshkosh – visit our website for more details on things to do and what’s #HappeningNow in Downtown Oshkosh.

EVENTS

The Mini Mural Project features the work of 20 talented local artists on exterior walls throughout Downtown Oshkosh. Learn more at www.visitoshkosh.com/mini-mural-project

First Fridays • Enjoy all downtown has to offer the first Friday of each month from 4-9 pm Chalk Walk • Saturday, August 7 Rain Date: Saturday, August 14 Wine Walk • Saturday, September 11 Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony • Thursday, November 18

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We can’t wait for you to join us in Downtown Oshkosh! For more information and updated events please visit downtownoshkosh.com or find us on social media @downtownoshkosh.


THE OUTDOORS Go outside and enjoy these popular outdoor attractions

LAKE WINNEBAGO At nearly 132,000 acres, Lake Winnebago is the largest lake within the state. Visitors have access to the lake from numerous public boat landings and a public beach. The lake is well-known for Walleye fishing and Sturgeon spearing.

MENOMINEE PARK ZOO + AMUSEMENT AREA Located on the western shores of Lake Winnebago, this 100-acre park features an eight-acre zoo with 30-50 animals during the season, a Children’s Amusement Center, paved trails, playgrounds, athletic fields and restrooms.

RIVERWALK The Riverwalk is a beautiful paved trail stretching for nearly two miles along both sides of the Fox River connecting Downtown Oshkosh to the Wiouwash Trail. Enjoy great views of the river and a variety of waterfront restaurants. Benches and parks along the Riverwalk offer relaxing picnic areas.

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To honor our nation’s military history through education and preservation. The Military Veteran’s Museum has one of the most unique collections of vehicles in the Midwest with more than 20 restored military vehicles from the WWII era to today including a Landing Craft LCVP (Higgins Boat) that can carry 36 troops and the Brutus Vietnam Gun Truck. Other features include small arms and artillery, uniforms and accouterments, and a Medal of Honor Wall.

ON THE LOOS CRUISES Relax and enjoy a leisurely, paddlewheel riverboat cruise up the Historic Fox River, to Lake Butte Des Morts, and returning to the Oshkosh Riverwalk. Schedule a cruise by calling 920-479-0270 or visiting onthelooscruises.com.

Free Admission • Open Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Limited Sunday hours (call in advance) 4300 Poberezny Road • Oshkosh, WI • 920-426-8615 • mvmec.org VisitOshkosh.com • 23


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NATIVITY COLLECTION

1,000 NATIVITIES FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD OPEN TO THE PUBLIC YEAR ROUND

Visit anytime during church hours or arrange a tour for any size group. $3/person donation is appreciated. Call 920-231-2800 or email admin@abumc.org Times vary. Please call to be sure the church will be open. Located in the lower level of the church 1174 ALGOMA BLVD., OSHKOSH abumc.org/nativity-collection

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Your home for competitive and recreational gymnastics and cheer in the Oshkosh area

Handmade & Unique Items Clothing & Accessories Oshkosh & Wisconsin Goodies Join us for: • Competitive Gymnastics • Recreational Gymnastics • Tots Classes • Ninja Classes • Birthday Parties (bounce party with inflatables or traditional) • Open Gym (daytime and evening) • Cheer

Visit us on Facebook and stay updated about our classes, activities and other fun events. 2080 W 20th Ave. • Oshkosh, WI 54904 920-235-7800 • precisionathleticswi.com

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DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH SINCE 1933 Visit us today and you’ll find... • More than 30 Varieties of Popcorn including our Famous Caramel Corn! • More than 20 Varieties of the Best. Cookies. Ever! • Café Menu including Deli-style Salads and Hot Sandwiches • Coffee Drinks and Real-Fruit Smoothies • Homemade Pies and Cheesecakes • Super-premium Made-in-Wisconsin Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream • Kids’ Books and Toys • Hard-to-find Gifts and Much More!

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FOOD & DRINK CAFÉ/COFFEE SHOPS Big Apple Bagels

60 Wisconsin St.

920-230-2243

bigapplebagels.com

Caramel Crisp & Café

200-D City Center

920-231-4540

caramelcrispcorner.com

Carrot & Kale

110 Algoma Blvd.

920-479-1606

carrotandkalejuice.com

Howard Café

405 Washington Ave.

920-479-1927

thehowardoshkosh.com

New Moon Café

401 N Main St.

920-232-0976

newmooncafe.com

Pilora’s Café

910 N Main St.

920-233-5565

pilorascafe.com

Planet Perk

Multiple locations

920-235-9891

planetperkcoffeehouses.com

Tamara’s Cake Guru

2271 Westowne Ave.

920-267-8443

cakeguru.com

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DINING Applebee’s

1700 S Koeller St.

920-231-8770

applebees.com

Becket’s (W)

2 Jackson St.

920-230-3333

becketsrestaurant.com

Buffalo Wild Wings

500 S Koeller St.

920-426-8358

buffalowildwings.com

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Chalice

1741 N Main St.

920-233-4400

chalicerestaurant.com

Chester V’s

2505 Oregon St.

920-385-1772

chestervsoshkosh.com

Delta Restaurant

515 N Sawyer St.

920-235-0900

deltafamilyrestaurantoshkosh.com

Dockside Tavern (W)

425 Nebraska St.

920-230-6900

docksidetavern.com

Winkler’s Westward Ho

4905 Cty Rd. S

920-233-2511

winklerswestwardho.com

Five Guys

1564 S Koeller St.

920-903-3086

fiveguys.com

Fox River Brewing Co. (W)

1501 Arboretum Dr.

920-232-2337

foxriverbrewing.com

Friar Tuck’s

1651 W South Park Ave.

920-231-9555

friartuckswi.com

Gabe’s Wisconsin Kitchen and Tavern

1160 N Westhaven Dr.

920-230-2818

gabeswi.com

Gardina’s Kitchen & Bar

448 N Main St.

920-231-3516

gardinas.com

Golden Corral

580 S Koeller St.

920-230-9000

goldencorral.com

Ground Round at River’s Edge (W)

1 N Main St.

920-230-6300

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The Hangar

1485 W 20th Ave.

920-233-7430

thehangaroshkosh.com

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Hot Dog Charlie’s

9 Church Ave.

920-230-3647

hotdogcharliesoshkosh.com

IHOP

1400 S Koeller St.

920-235-3411

ihop.com

Jansen’s

344 Bowen St.

920-231-0690

jansensbarandrestaurant.com

Jeff’s on Rugby

1005 Rugby St.

920-231-7450

jeffsonrugby.com

Karmali’s

1903 Harrison St.

920-235-9307

karmalisbarandgrill.com

Lunch Box

200 City Center

920-572-9786

lunchboxoshkosh.com

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Mahoney’s

30 Wisconsin St.

920-230-3737

mahoneysoshkosh.com

Mike’s Place

2402 Jackson St.

920-426-0684

mikesplacefamilyrestaurant.com

Mineshaft

2041 South Koeller St.

920-252-4940

mineshaftoshkosh.com

Noodles & Company

1560 S Koeller St.

920-232-2424

noodles.com

Panera Bread

1074 N Washburn St.

920-891-7034

panerabread.com

Parnell’s Place

2932 Fond du Lac Rd.

920-235-9770

parnellsplace.com

Perkins

2005 W 9th Ave.

920-233-6074

perkinsrestaurants.com

Red Robin

600 S Koeller St.

920-426-0803

redrobin.com

The Roxy

571 N Main St.

920-231-1980

roxysupperclub.com

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TJ’s Harbor (W)

7098 S Hwy 45

920-688-9047

tjsharbor.com

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TJs Highland Steak House

11 West Ripple

920-231-1076

tjshighlandsteakhouse.com

Two Brothers

1930 Rath Ln.

920-233-9090

twobrothersfamilyrestaurant.com

Uptown

958 W 6th St.

920-232-2393

uptownoshkosh.com

Wendt’s

N9699 Lake Shore Dr.

920-688-5231

wendtsonthelake.com

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FOOD & DRINK BAR & GRILL Andy’s Pub & Grub

527 W 9th Ave.

920-303-0181

andyspng.com

Bar 430

430 N Main St.

920-230-1114

bar430.com

Barley & Hops Pub

663 N Main St.

920-426-3677

facebook.com/bnhpub

Cinders Charcoal Grill

1002 N Main St.

920-426-3077

facebook.com/cindersoshkosh

Deb’s Spare Time

1303 Harrison St.

920-235-6577

deb-s-spare-time.hub.biz

Dublin’s Irish Pub

2070 W 9th Ave.

920-385-0277

dublinswi.com

Game Time Sports Bar

2836 Fond du Lac Rd.

920-267-3422

facebook.com/thegameisalwayson

Greene’s Pour House

44 W 6th St.

920-385-0920

greenespourhouse.com

Great American Grill

1355 W 20th Ave.

920-966-1300

hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com

Legends

600 N Main St.

920-232-0440

legendsoshkosh.com

Pete’s Garage

1514 Oregon St.

920-235-9897

petesgaragebar.com

Rev’s Bowl, Bar & Grill

275 N Washburn St.

920-426-5445

bowlrevs.com

Ruby Owl Tap Room

421 N Main St.

920-230-2770

rubyowltaproom.com

Screwballs

216 N Main St.

920-651-1515

facebook.com/216nmainst

The Bar

825 N Washburn St.

920-232-3566

meetatthebar.com

Trails End

500 Merritt Ave.

920-235-6550

Varsity Club

570 N Main St.

920-651-0806

thevarsitycluboshkosh.com

Bangkok Thai Cuisine

80 Wisconsin St.

920-232-0120

bangkokthaioshkosh.com

Benvenuto’s

300 S Koeller St.

920-230-2300

benvenutos.com

China 1

1138 S Koeller St.

920-233-8888

china1oshkosh.com

China King

280 S Koeller St.

920-424-9988

Cozumel

2065 Witzel Ave.

920-385-4414

facebook.com/oshkoshcozumel

Fuki Steakhouse

2010 W 9th Ave.

920-385-4478

fukioshkoshwi.com

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HuHot

2059 Witzel Ave.

920-237-5555

huhot.com

Jade Dragon

252 Wisconsin St.

920-236-0799

jadedragonoshkosh.com

Los Jaripeos

715 N Main St.

920-385-4822

losjaripeos.com

Mama’s Noodle Bar

248 Wisconsin St.

619-218-2158

oshkoshphonoodles.com

Niko’s Gyros

532 Campus Pl.

920-231-1334

nikosgyrososhkosh.com

Li Yang’s

450 W Murdock Ave.

920-233-9999

li yangs oshkosh

Los Tres Amigos Authentic Mexican Food

2070 S. Koeller St.

920-267-8160

Manila Resto

107 Algoma Blvd.

920-230-1082

manilaresto.com

Olive Garden

1190 S Koeller St.

920-231-4553

olivegarden.com

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Primo

2605 Jackson St.

920-230-2605

primoitalian.net

Rocky’s Tacos & Subs

424 North Main St.

920-479-7000

facebook.com/rockystacosandsubs

Royal Kitchen

2073 Witzel Ave.

920-231-1111

royalkitchenrestaurant.com

Sakura Japanese Steakhouse

330 N Koeller St.

920-230-2288

sakurajapaneseoshkosh.com

South of the Border

800 Oregon St.

920-230-8000

southborder.biz

Oshkosh Takiza

242 Wisconsin St

920-385-0693

facebook.com/oshkoshtakiza

Qdoba

1990 Menard Dr.

920-966-0306

qdoba.com

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BREWERIES Bare Bones Brewery

4362 Cty Hwy S

920-744-8045

barebonesbrewery.us

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Fifth Ward Brewing Co.

1009 S Main St.

920-479-1876

fifthwardbrewing.com

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Fox River Brewing Co.

1501 Arboretum Dr.

920-232-2337

foxriverbrewing.com

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DRIVE-IN & FROZEN CUSTARD Ardy & Ed’s Drive-In (S)

2413 S Main St.

920-231-5455

ardyandeds.com

Leon’s Frozen Custard (S)

121 W Murdock Ave.

920-231-7755

Facebook.com/leonscustard

Rhapsodies Frozen Custard (S)

1226 Oregon St.

920-230-2112

rhapsodiesfrozencustard.net

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PIZZA & SUBS 314 Pizza

803 Otter Avenue

920-479-1100

threeonefourpizzaoshkosh.com

Christiano’s Pizza

1964 S Koeller St.

920-891-7100

christianospizza.com

Cousins Subs

Multiple locations

cousinssubs.com

Doctor Benzie’s Pizza

900 N Main St.

Domino’s Pizza

Multiple locations

dominos.com

Eaton’s Fresh Pizza

Multiple locations

eatonsfreshpizza.com

Erbert & Gerberts

240 Wisconsin St.

920-231-2900

erbertandgerberts.com

Firehouse Subs

1890 S Koeller St.

920-385-1199

firehousesubs.com

Jersey Mike’s

1694 S Koeller St.

920-385-1006

jerseymikes.com

920-235-8778

drbenziespizzaoshkosh.com

Jimmy John’s

Multiple locations

jimmyjohns.com

Little Caesar’s Pizza

Multiple locations

littlecaesars.com

Marco’s Pizza

330 Ohio St.

920-232-1422

marcos.com

Papa John’s

150 Wisconsin St.

920-232-7272

papajohns.com

Papa Murphy’s

2314 Westowne Ave.

920-233-7272

papamurphys.com

Pizza @Hwy 44

2350 State Road 44

920-479-7013

pizza-at.com/location/pizza-hwy-44

Pizza Hut

Multiple locations

pizzahut.com

Pizza King

Multiple locations

pizzakingohiostreet.com

Pizza Ranch

1051 S Washburn St.

920-235-3360

pizzaranch.com

Potbelly Sandwich Shop

1124 S Koeller St.

920-456-8050

potbelly.com

Polito’s Pizza

543 High Ave.

920-385-7863

politospizza.com

Players Pizza & Pub

556 W 5th Ave.

920-303-1400

playerspizzaoshkosh.com

Ratch & Deb’s

720 Merritt Ave.

920-235-2273

ratchanddebspizzas.com

Red’s Pizza

1123 Oregon St.

920-231-3290

redspizzaandcatering.com

Rocky Rococo’s

2295 Westowne Ave.

920-235-2626

rockyrococo.com

Rose Subs

2295 Westowne Ave.

920-237-2320

rosesubs.com

Subway

Multiple locations

Toppers Pizza

220 Wisconsin St.

920-237-1000

toppers.com

West End Pizza

1414 W 20th Ave.

920-235-6650

westendpizzaoshkosh.com

ZaRonis

2407 Jackson St.

920-651-1919

zaronis.com

A & W Restaurant

2187 W 9th Ave.

920-233-4677

awrestaurants.com

Arby’s Restaurant

2040 S Koeller St.

920-235-1808

drmarbys.com charleybiggs.com

subway.com

FAST FOOD

Burger King

Multiple locations

Charley Biggs Chicken

1429 S Main St.

920-230-2820

Chick-fil-a

1047 North Washburn St.

920-232-9215

Culver’s

Multiple locations

Dairy Queen

Multiple locations

Fazoli’s

1875 S Koeller St.

Hardee’s

Multiple locations

hardees.com

McDonald’s

Multiple locations

mcdonalds.com

Taco Bell

Multiple locations

tacobell.com

Taco John’s

105 N Sawyer St.

920-230-8226

tacojohns.com

Wendy’s

2360 Westowne Ave.

920-966-9940

wendys.com

bk.com chick-fil-a.com/locations/wi/oshkosh-wi culvers.com dairyqueen.com 920-232-9752

fazolis.com

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FOOD & DRINK Private Dining Room.

EXPLORE THE BOUNDARIES OF STYLE AND TRADITION

Reservations Accepted.

n a i l a t I n i e m a n r Ou ” ! t s e b he t means “

Happy Hour 3-6 Wednesday & Thursday

Visit us in our taproom or beer garden where you can savor more than 20 of our own hand-crafted beers on tap.

2605 Jackson St, Oshkosh • 920.230.2605 • primoitalian.net Visit us on Facebook for updated information!

1009 S. Main St. • Oshkosh, WI 920-479-1876 • fifthwardbrewing.com

OPEN AT 11AM TUESDAY - SUNDAY CLOSED MONDAYS

Featuring: ~36 Lanes of Bowling

Featuring: ~Live Entertainment

~Large Sports Bar

~Techno Bowling

~Full Service Grill

~Outdoor Volleyball

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Friday Fish Fry

BLUEGILL, PERCH & WALLEYE

Now Featuring

SUNDAY FRIED CHICKEN

GABESWI.COM 920-230-2818 1160 N WESTHAVEN DR. OSHKOSH, WI 54904


ICE CREAM, COOKIE DOUGH FULL COFFEE MENU FRAPPES

Stop Down Under the Polka Dots! 2271 Westowne Ave. • Oshkosh 1859 Casaloma Drive • Appleton

920-267-8443 920-903-8440

Fabu-lux cupcakes. By Tamara’s the Cake Guru

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FOOD & DRINK

Local Italian Cuisine Pasta • Pizza Steak • Seafood Quality food at everyday prices

300 S. Koeller St., Ste H Oshkosh, Wis. 920-230-2300

Get off the beaten path. Walk, run or bike to this country brewery located right along the Wiouwash Trail. Enjoy a creative mix of both traditional and innovative craft beer while relaxing on the patio (dog-friendly) or in the taproom.

4362 Cty. Rd. S • Oshkosh, WI 54904 920-744-8045 • barebonesbrewery.us

1ST PLACE IN BEST OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY: Family Restaurant, Overall Restaurant, Ribs, Romantic Place, Seafood, Soup/Chili, Steak, Sunday Brunch, Supper Club and Waitstaff

A TRADITION IN FINE DINING FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS

TUESDAY German Night WEDNESDAY Mounds of Shrimp, Prime Rib FRIDAY Fish Fry SATURDAY Prime Rib SUNDAY Chicken, Turkey, Ham or Pork Dinner. Prime Rib

Serving Breakfast SUNDAY 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Catering Available • Private Dining Rooms Available Up to 80

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WATERFRONT DINING

The entire Oshkosh area is surrounded by beautiful lakes and rivers, which makes the perfect setting for restaurants and bars. Below are a few of the most popular waterfront dining locations around Oshkosh. Take a moment to enjoy dining by the water. Voted the area’s best tasting Fish Fry! Located just 9 miles south of Oshkosh on Lake Winnebago. Visit us at wendtsonthelake.com • 920-688-5231

Becket’s Becketsrestaurant.com • 920-230-3333

Dockside Tavern Docksidetavern.com • 920-230-6900

Fox River Brewing Company Foxriverbrewing.com • 920-232-2337

Ground Round at Rivers Edge Groundroundfoxcities.com • 920-230-6300

TJ’s Harbor Tjsharbor.com • 920-688-9047

Wendt’s on the Lake Wendtsonthelake.com • 920-688-5231

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OSHKOSH RIVERFRONT 425 Nebraska Street

Live Entertainment, Riverfront Dining

www.docksidetavern.com

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Lodging Options Include:

On-Campus Amenities:

■ Non-A/C Rooms ■ A/C Rooms ■ A/C Suites

■ Free WiFi ■ Free parking ■ Bus transportation provided by Oshkosh City Transit ■ Dining in campus commons ■ 24 hour front desk and check-in process

Rooms fully furnished and carpeted; including a microwave and mini-fridge, sheets, blankets, pillows, and towels

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1495 W. South Park Ave. • 920-232-0300 • 800-634-3444 400 S. Koeller St. • 920-230-7378 • 800-4-CHOICE 1800 S. Koeller St. • 920-233-8504 • 800-228-2800 3105 S. Washburn St. • 920-303-1133 • 800-527-1133 1355 W. 20th Ave. • 920-966-1300 • 800-560-7843 2251 Westowne Ave. • 920-303-1300 • 888-522-9472 1886 Rath Lane • 920-233-4190 • 800-753-3757

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Creating Lasting Memories... Elegant Ballroom • Outdoor Ceremony • Seating for 400 No Hidden Fees • 24-Hour Pool/Whirlpool

Keep up with Oshkosh lodging to see what’s new and for the latest information at the Visit Oshkosh website: VisitOshkosh.com or by calling (920) 303-9200.

1355 W. 20th Ave., Oshkosh, WI 920-966-1300 • Visit us on the web: www.oshkosh.hgi.com

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3105 Washburn Street • Oshkosh, WI For Reservations Call 888-693-8262 www.staycobblestone.com/wi/oshkosh

Our Cobblestone Suites in Oshkosh is located in beautiful Winnebago County right off I-41. Our Lake Winnebago setting is perfect for an extended stay or a weekend getaway. Our clean and accommodating guest rooms were designed with your comfort in mind, featuring thoughtful amenities to brighten your stay.

“From formal events to casual banquets as well as professional seminars, Royal Ridges has the versatility to host any occasion big or small” 1 Westgate Drive • Ripon, WI 920-748-7094 www.royalridges.com

1219 W. Fond Du Lac St. • Ripon, WI For Reservations Call 888-693-8262 www.staycobblestone.com/wi/ripon-cobblestone

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Our beautiful hotel will make you feel at home with microwaves, refrigerators, luxury linens, USB port and flat-panel televisions in every guest room. We offer our guests the amenities and services they need, with complimentary hot breakfast buffet, 24-hour lobby coffee service, guest laundry, high speed wireless internet access, and so much more!


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THREE CAMPUSES,

ONE UNIVERSITY.

With three campuses spanning the highly populated northeast Wisconsin region, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh provides more opportunities and greater access to higher education, fine arts programs, athletics competitions and business partnerships than ever before. We’re a proud member of our communities, and we encourage you to visit our campuses to see for yourself everything we have to offer. Whether you are a traditional or nontraditional student looking to complete an associate,

bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree, we have options to meet your needs. The region provides students limitless opportunities for internships, employment, community service and research. The city of Oshkosh provides an urban setting with many amenities, making it a great place to live, work, learn and play. We invite you to check out the opportunities that await you at our Oshkosh, Fond du Lac and Fox Cities campuses. You will find innovative opportunities and a focus on success that are hallmarks of UWO.

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