Events in Oshkosh today

Impact Martial Arts hosts Professor Rodrigo Vaghi for a two-day jiu jitsu camp honoring his recent Coral Belt promotion. Training focuses on subtle, often unseen mechanics that enhance efficiency and effectiveness when applying techniques against skilled opponents. Over the two days, the schedule features a session for kids, open rolling, and adult seminars to support learning across age groups. Registration is available as a Full Weekend Experience for $130 or a Single Day Pass for $100, with prices increasing after the early registration period to $150 for the weekend and $120 for a single day. Full weekend participants who sign up during the early window receive a commemorative seminar T-shirt marking the promotion. Impact Martial Arts will also hold a Team Vaghi Blue Belt Test, and candidates should coordinate with their instructors regarding eligibility and preparation.

Marking its 65th year, this futurity show features a full slate of competition with 29 POA futurity classes and 17 all-breed futurity and jackpot classes, with cash awards available. The regular showbill is restricted to ponies registered with POA. Judges for the show are Todd Foltz, Nell Tekampe, and Kirsten Mellenberger. Fees include a National POA fee of $21 per pony, a Wisconsin State POA fee of $12 per pony, and a $10 show office fee per horse. Regular classes are $15 per class, or choose a $255 all-weekend option per pony and rider that covers class entry fees only. Futurity entries are $30 per class at the early rate or $40 per class at the late rate. For classes that run at the same time as the futurity, exhibitors must enter and pay both the regular class fee and the futurity fee. Stalling is $80 per pony stall and $80 per tack stall, each including two bags of shavings, with additional shavings available for $8 per bag. Ponies staying overnight must be stalled, and extra shavings should be requested in advance on entry forms. Camping is available at $35 per night with electrical service or $25 per night without, and a haul in or tie out option is $15 per day. Office hours may change based on the secretary’s availability, and early arrivals are not permitted. The official show bill and entry forms will be released soon.

A limited six day appearance is planned at the Oshkosh Farmers Market downtown, featuring fizzy refreshments. This short run provides an opportunity to pick up something bubbly during the market.

Set in Shattuck Park in Downtown Neenah, the Future Neenah Farmers Market features close to 60 vendors with fresh produce, meats and eggs, breads and baked treats, specialty foods, and handmade goods. Presented by Kimberly-Clark Corp. and Warner Commercial Roofing, the market also showcases live music with support from Brehmer Law. Free parking is available in city lots and other designated areas. The surrounding downtown district offers restaurants and shops within walking distance. Community supporters include Floors by Angie, ThedaCare, Compeer Financial, Everdry Roofing, Windows of Wisconsin, Floor Coverings International, Sustainable Neenah, Simplicity Credit Union, the Downtown Neenah Business Improvement District, and Ridgetop Exteriors.

TWL Powersports in Oshkosh hosts a UTV showcase that highlights everything from custom builds to stock rides. Owners may display their machines, and visitors can explore the lineup and vote for a favorite. The top pick earns $500 in store credit and a trophy, and the runner up receives a large cooler. Kat's Kafe and Global Eats food trucks will be on site with food and refreshments. An RSVP is requested so organizers can plan for the number of vehicles and attendees.

WCCS 4.0 is a family friendly, Christ centered car show at Wyldewood Baptist Church. The showcase welcomes vehicles from the earliest years of motoring to modern models, along with trucks and vintage tractors. Awards include the big five trophies with pastors choice, spectators choice, kids choice, best of show, and recognition for the furthest distance traveled. It is presented as an enjoyable day for all ages.

CornRoast Volleyball 2026 features competitive play and free sweet corn. The lineup includes Men’s and Women’s Triples, Co-Ed Quads, and Co-Ed Sixes. Triples offers an Upper A division at $105 per team and a Lower option at $90 per team, with Men’s Lower and Co-Ed Lower split into B and BB. Co-Ed Quads is $120 per team with Upper and Lower brackets, and Co-Ed Sixes is $160 per team. A cash prize is available for A, while B receives gift cards and other prizes. To register, send payment with your teammates and division via Venmo to @david-klundt, and confirmation will be provided through the Venmo payment.

Bring the kids to this free fishing contest at Menominee Park, open to children ages 3 to 12. Pre-registered children get free entry into the contest, a free lunch, worms to fish, and a door prize. Sponsors also often provide fishing-related gear like a rod or tackle box, and there’s plenty of community energy from the volunteers running the event.

This festive wrap-up at Oshkosh Public Library celebrates a season of reading, learning and connection. Enjoy snacks, games, musical entertainment and crafts. It is the last opportunity to enter raffles connected to the summer reading program. Stay cool with Dilly Bars donated by Oshkosh Dairy Queen. Everyone is welcome as the library brings the summer to a close.

Join the fun for Anjie’s Flamingo Walk, a neighborhood walk where everyone dresses in pink, flamingo patterns, and crazy outfits. The group will visit local bars and restaurants, with a prize for the person who gets the best poker hand. The event uses the flamingo theme to raise awareness for breast cancer, and a portion of sign-ups supports charity. Sign up in advance at Anjie’s Bar or sign up on the day of the event. We’ll start walking at noon.

At Author Apothecary & Bookstore, Soul Guide Larissa Rosa leads a gentle Soul Attunement Meditation centered on the Akashic Records, often described as an energetic archive of each soul’s journey. Participants can slow their pace, listen inward, and align with deeper guidance. The gathering explores the significance of the Lion’s Gate Portal, which many view as a period of heightened spiritual energy well suited for reflection, intention setting, and personal reconnection. Larissa offers supportive insights for those new to the Akashic Records as well as those looking to enrich an existing practice, sharing approachable ways to engage with this work through meditation. This one hour session is offered for $5.

A free Lorcana League session offers a relaxed space to meet fellow players, play, and earn promos. Expect a casual, friendly atmosphere focused on gaming and community.

Time Community Theater hosts a daylong celebration of Wisconsin-made B movies with a triple feature of Twister’s Revenge!, The Alpha Incident, and a new print of The Giant Spider Invasion that includes additional scenes. Renowned Wisconsin filmmaker Bill Rebane brings The Shooting Ranch to the theater, and he is scheduled to appear alongside Dan Davies, the newly cast star of the classic. The screenings include a break for dinner before the final feature. Admission is $16 online or $15 at the door for access to all films, and the theater accepts cash only. VIP opportunities will be announced.

This event includes a defined off limits window leading into a practice period. Participants will receive an email with practice and event details, and registration ends prior to competition. The practice period concludes with a deadline that requires everyone to be off the water, followed by mandatory registration and a board check.

An 80s rock party is happening at Dockside in Oshkosh, celebrating the era’s classic sound with a nostalgic atmosphere.

This annual golf outing offers a day on the course with a shotgun start, followed by food, raffles, and prizes. Team registration is $300. After golf, participants can head to Jeff’s for a walking taco bar, raffles, 50/50 drawings, hole prizes, and a golfer giveaway for every participant. It blends golf, food, and chances to win while supporting the event. For registration information or questions, contact the organizers or stop by Jeff’s.

NOW That’s Wrestling brings Headbangers Brawl to the XRoads41 Rock Detour for a live wrestling showcase. Camping attendees of the festival receive free admission. The lineup already includes The Baker Boys taking on the Ninja Dragons, with more to come.

A relaxed car meet at Excel Wrap Styling brings enthusiasts together for clean builds, great conversations, and a welcoming atmosphere. Hosted by Four Wheels Photography and Excel Wrap Styling, the gathering invites every type of vehicle, from classics and muscle to Euro, JDM, and trucks. Professional photos will be available, and Kickin Ash BBQ will be on site. The focus is on connecting with others and enjoying car culture in a respectful setting. Event rules are clear: absolutely no burnouts, no excessive revving, and no reckless behavior. Please respect the lot, the people, and the businesses. Those who do not follow the rules may be asked to leave.

Take part in a free Pokémon League session with friendly battles and a chance to meet new friends. Earn promo cards by completing fun tasks that rotate every other week. Details on the current tasks are shared on the Adventure Games Discord.

This event takes place on the patio, offering an open air, outdoor setting with a relaxed atmosphere.

XRoads41 Rock Detour brings a one-day rock festival to Oshkosh, Wisconsin with three stages and eleven performers. The lineup features Breaking Benjamin, Daughtry, Memphis May Fire, Dorothy, Drowning Pool, Atreyu, Saliva, Saving Abel, 12 Stones, Kelsey Hickman, and Rogue Royal. Centered on music, community, and lasting memories, tickets are on sale.

All are welcome at this casual trading session for card enthusiasts. Bring the cards you are ready to trade or sell, take a seat, and connect with fellow collectors. Share conversations about recent sports news and the card collecting hobby while meeting new friends.

Enjoy a day of golf in a beautiful setting while supporting a good cause. Check-in takes place first, followed by the start of play. The focus is on enjoying the game and giving back.

This equine-focused day camp creates a welcoming space where autistic children can build confidence through meaningful connections with horses. Participants meet, brush, and lead horses, explore sensory-centered activities, make barn-themed crafts, play games, and practice on a horse simulator before riding a real horse. Instruction is provided by certified instructors in collaboration with an occupational therapist and a caring team of staff and volunteers, with support tailored to each child’s strengths and needs. This listing covers one day within a three-day camp session. Three sessions take place each day, and families are assigned one session time that stays consistent across all three days. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. For details or to register, call 920-851-6160 or email incbeaming@gmail.com.

Mud on Main offers weeklong camps where participants create a variety of art projects, working primarily with clay and occasionally paint. Two tracks are available. A skills-focused clay camp develops hand-building and wheel throwing abilities. Hand-building explores projects such as pinch pots, coil-built forms, and sculpture techniques. On the wheel, campers practice using tools and work on height and shaping. Guided brainstorming and goal setting help participants shape projects around their interests. The game-making camp invites campers to reinvent favorite games using mostly clay along with other materials. Projects can include classics like tic tac toe, puzzles, and checkers or chess. Campers connect with Adventure Games and Hobby to explore different game styles and world building tips, then design and build a custom board game or world. Each camper receives a laser-cut board in a chosen style with supplies to bring the idea to life, supported by brainstorming activities throughout the week. The week is dedicated to creating art and developing designs for experiments. The camp fee is $292. An optional lunch add-on is available for $12 for any number of camp days, or campers may bring their own. When weather allows, lunch is enjoyed outdoors. Bringing a water bottle is encouraged. Age recommendations vary by camp and session, with options that include 7 to 17 and 10 to 17.

Enjoy stories, rhymes, and other literacy-building adventures with your preschooler. Siblings are welcome, and caregivers are required to attend and participate, since drop-offs aren’t allowed. The group meets in the library’s Lower Level.

Created for children ages 7 and 8, this Menominee Park Zoo Kids Camp invites young explorers to dive into nature and wildlife while learning about conservation. Guided by experienced educators and zoo staff, campers connect with animals and habitats through hands-on activities that build curiosity, confidence, and friendships. Sessions may include a full zoo tour followed by making enrichment items for animals and seeing them in action, an introduction to daily animal care and wellness, meet and greets with animal ambassadors paired with a read-aloud and a themed craft, a look at how keepers plan and prepare balanced diets, interactive lessons on the adaptations animals use to thrive, and a track-focused adventure that teaches kids to spot and create prints while playing nature-themed games. Each session is $25, and registration can be for as many or as few sessions as desired. Registration includes a drawstring backpack, a T-shirt, a water bottle, and a snack.

At Planet Perk, this community living room offers a warm, judgment-free place to talk, vent, or simply spend time with others. It is free and does not require an appointment. Drop in, connect, and feel supported in a space where everyone is welcome and valued.

A weekly meat raffle is on offer, with ticket sales available before the drawing. Dinner is available beforehand for anyone who wants to eat prior to the raffle.

Travel back to the Victorian era during a lively two-hour program at the Morgan House Museum created for students ages 9 to 12. The experience begins with a guided tour of the historic home, then moves into hands-on discovery. Participants make ice cream using a recipe from Lamer’s Dairy, create sun print art, and track down clues in a historical scavenger hunt. It blends learning, creativity, and exploration to bring the past vividly to life.

This internship-style camp at Fire Escape offers a hands-on look at what working in the studio is like in Oshkosh. Designed for ages 10 to 14, it places a very small group with a staff mentor for focused, behind-the-scenes learning. Campers get an introduction to the kiln and how finished pieces are unloaded, then try real studio tasks such as assisting with customer pickups, refilling paint, making a personalized name tag, and keeping brushes and tables clean, similar to restaurant side work. Attendance is limited to two or three participants so the on-duty employee can provide individual guidance and share how daily operations run. The cost is $48, and participants should bring a lunch or snack.

Enjoy a free, weekly board game night with a welcoming crowd of players. Bring your own favorites or borrow a title from the board game library, then settle in for tabletop fun and friendly matches.

A high energy country dance band from Wisconsin brings a crowd-pleasing mix of 90s favorites alongside songs by today’s artists. The performance encourages sing along moments, raised glasses, and plenty of time on the dance floor.

Participants create a colorful glass accent for a planter or garden with instructor Taylor Moeller-Roy. Each piece is kiln fused, then a metal rod is attached so it can be displayed in a potted plant, the garden, or the yard. The finished glass measures 4 by 11 inches, and the rod is 18 inches long. After the activity, firing may take up to three and a half weeks, and an email will confirm when the project is ready for pickup.

Designed for autistic children, this equine camp offers a calm, supportive setting where participants build confidence while learning alongside horses. Campers meet, groom, and lead horses, take part in sensory activities, create barn-themed crafts, play games, and practice on a horse simulator before riding a real horse. Certified instructors and an occupational therapist guide each activity, supported by a caring team of staff and volunteers who tailor experiences to each child’s strengths and needs. This event covers one day of a 3-day camp session. Participants are placed in a single session and remain with the same group throughout all three days. Space is limited and advance registration is recommended. For details or to register, call 920-851-6160 or email incbeaming@gmail.com.

Outdoor yoga sessions unfold on the museum’s back lawn overlooking Lake Winnebago, offering a peaceful space to move, breathe, and reflect. Options are available in the morning and evening, so participants can choose a time that fits their routine. The class welcomes practitioners of all experience levels, and bringing a personal mat is recommended. After class, guests can explore the galleries. Members receive special pricing, and a range of session packages is available.

Fire Escape presents a single day Magic Book Garden art camp for ages 8 and up, limited to 18 campers. Participants will complete two to three guided projects inspired by storybook worlds and hidden gardens, such as making a personalized bookmark holder and creating a butterfly lantern. A lunch break is included, and the final hour is dedicated to Makers Hour, when campers use provided supplies to bring their own ideas to life. Those attending multiple sessions may carry Makers Hour pieces from one camp to the next. The fee is $72 per camper, with an optional $12 lunch add-on or the choice to bring a packed meal. Bringing a water bottle is encouraged. Project selections may change based on supply availability, and some items may require firing and a return visit to finish with paint.

Join in for Baby & Toddler Storytime, a weekly program built around songs, stories, movement, and finger plays while supporting early reading skills. Siblings are welcome, and a caregiver must stay and participate with the child since drop-offs aren’t allowed. Photos or videos may be taken for promotional purposes, so let the library know if you prefer not to be included.

Families can explore nature at Menominee Park Zoo during the Wildlife Wednesday series. This session features Monarchs by Randy Peterson and offers educational activities for all ages. Admission is free and no registration is required. Look for the program on the lawn behind the aviary. The series is supported by the Wisconsin Public Service Foundation.

Opera House Square in Downtown Oshkosh hosts a free, family friendly daytime performance as part of the Music on Main concert series. Enjoy live music from local and regional artists in a relaxed setting. Nearby restaurants make it easy to pick up a meal or drink to savor with the show. The series spans a wide range of sounds, including blues, jazz, country, brass band, and rock. Presented by Alexander & Bishop, with additional support from The Grand, Megan & Peter Lang, Olson Legal, and Generac. Free admission for everyone.

As daylight fades, Mystic Remedies transforms into a candlelit apothecary. Overhead lights are turned off, candles are kindled, the atmosphere is prepared, and the pace becomes calm. This is a quiet shop experience rather than a promotion or a show, offering an old-style apothecary kept as it once was, deliberately dim and full of life. The space settles, voices grow gentle, and time feels unhurried. Visitors can breathe, linger, and explore at a comfortable rhythm. Returning patrons will recognize the shift, while first-time guests can encounter the apothecary in its most authentic light. Set within Mystic Remedies on Doty Island.

Live local music fills the patio with scenic views of the Oshkosh Country Club course as part of a recurring music series. This installment features Alyssa Proell. An updated patio menu offers shareable plates and handheld bites, and happy hour brings discounts on taps, wines, and cocktails. Throughout the season, the lineup also includes Kip Jones Duo, Nathan Grajeda, Kaukauna Johnny, Ryan Hader, and the duo of Hailey Fox and Boston Gies.

Settle in at Planet Perk for a quiet reading session with fellow book lovers. Bring any book you like, since there are no required selections. There are no dues, and attendees simply purchase a drink, with a suggestion to come a few minutes early to place an order. Spend a little over an hour reading in companionable silence, then stay for relaxed conversation to share what everyone has been enjoying.

Shattuck Park hosts the finale of the Future Neenah Evening Concert Series with hometown act Murphy’s Law, featuring Neenah’s Murphy boys performing familiar hits. The series is presented by Richard and Amy Jo Aylward, and admission is free courtesy of Menasha Corporation. Alcohol is not permitted in the park under City of Neenah ordinance. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from Luigis On the Go, Caribbean Taste, Grazing a Go Go, and Beverly Ann’s Cookies. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for comfortable seating. Free parking is available. If weather becomes a concern, the concert will move indoors to the DoubleTree Neenah Hotel. Stage support comes from the Jewelers Mutual Impact Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, with additional support from Anderson Sod Farm, Portside Builders, Badger Labs, and the Neenah Boat & Dock Club. The park is a short walk from a lively downtown with restaurants and shops.

Explore needlework traditions and techniques in a flexible workshop series where participants choose the project type and format while learning both classic and modern hand stitching. Register for a single session or use a punch card to move through multiple projects at a comfortable pace. Single session options include creating a small wearable or display piece from fabric scraps with embroidery and embellishments, sewing a hand stitched needle case, or practicing Sashiko while making a practical pin cushion. Two session projects offer the chance to build a soft sided fabric container through slow stitching, or design a customizable case for sewing tools or other uses. An ongoing option focuses on Boro and Sashiko inspired visible mending and decorative stitching to refresh well loved garments with repaired and reinforced areas. For the visible mending option, bring one clothing or cloth item to repair or embellish. Materials such as Sashiko templates, patch fabric, needles, and thread are provided. For other workshops, materials and instruction are included, with supplies that may include fabric scraps, Sashiko thread and templates, embroidery floss, beads, buttons, lace, scissors, and sewing needles. Registration is online only. Pricing is $12 for a one session workshop, $20 for a two session workshop, $50 for a five session punch card, and $90 for a ten session punch card. If a project is not finished within the initial sessions, participants can return to future sessions to continue. Punch cards are valid for one and two session workshops, and holders may start new projects as they use remaining punches.

Enroll in a CCW class focused on firearm safety basics and permit certification. The course uses a DOJ-approved curriculum with additional content to help you retain what you learn. The class is wheelchair accessible.

Support the largest fundraiser for the Friends of the Neenah Public Library with a multiday book sale featuring a broad selection. Prices include $2 for hardcover and trade paperback books, $1 for paperbacks, 50 cents for children’s books, and $1 for AV items, with some specialty items marked higher. Saturday offers a bagful of books for $7, and on Sunday and Monday all items are free during library hours. Donations are currently being accepted.

Hands-on boat demos arrive at Fremont River Deck courtesy of SkipperBud’s. Step aboard models from Barletta, MasterCraft, Sea Ray, Starcraft, and Sylvan, take a demo ride, and compare favorites right on the water. This ongoing showcase is part of a summer program that runs June through September. The docks sit next to Bobber’s Tiki Bar and the new Wolf River Pizza Co., so it is easy to pair time on the water with food and drinks. Soak up the sunshine and discover a boat that fits your style.

A community block party brings neighbors together for family friendly fun with appearances from the Fire and Police Departments, Drums Alive, outdoor games, face painting, bubbles, and inflatables. Food is available for purchase from the Bistro Bites food truck, and the ATW Ice Cream Truck serves sweet treats. No registration is required. Supported by ThedaCare®.

Live music from Sundae and Mr. Goessl sets a summery patio vibe alongside great food. Original Margaritas are $4 and flavored versions are $5. Each Miller or Leinenkugel purchase serves as an entry to win a new kayak. Quesadillas are featured for $10. Happy Hour includes 22 oz House Old Fashioneds for $5, tortilla chips and dip for $5, and $1 off rail drinks, domestic taps, and house wine. The patio offers a playground, a basketball hoop, outdoor games, pickleball courts, and a volleyball league night.

This monthly queer self-care night creates space to connect with other queer folks while taking part in restorative activities. It is held on the second Thursday of each month. Accessibility features include an elevator to reach the second floor, and the venue can be navigated by wheelchair. Organizers welcome accessibility questions or concerns and emphasize a commitment to inclusion.

This relaxed Commander evening features casual play and chances to trade with friends. Sign in using the companion app to receive a free promo.

Create a lasting floral keepsake in this glass studio class that guides participants through cutting glass and assembling a bouquet-inspired suncatcher. After the piece is completed, it will be fired in a kiln and ready in about two weeks. The class is open to all experience levels. Instruction is led by Julie Rhodes, offering a thoughtful way to celebrate yourself or someone special.

An open chess gathering welcomes players of every age and experience level. Boards and pieces are provided, and beginners can get friendly coaching and guidance. No registration is needed. The session takes place on the library’s second floor.

Simply Yoga teams up with Sometimes Tiki Bar at The Pioneer in Oshkosh for Mats & Mixers, blending relaxation and social time. Settle into a one hour yoga session, then mingle afterward with two drink tickets included. A casual way to unwind, connect, and enjoy good vibes.

Waterfest presents a concert at Leach Amphitheater featuring Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, along with the Alex McMurray Band and special guest Paul Sanchez. Ticket options include standing room only VIP at $35 and general admission at $15 or $20. Limited-time online advance discounts are available, with VIP at $25 or a four-pack for $80, and general admission at $15 or a four-pack for $50. Veterans receive free admission to all Waterfest shows.

Make music with others at a weekly ukulele open jam hosted at the library. Musicians of every experience level are welcome to bring songs they are working on, share a solo or duet, or strum along with fellow players. This free program is open to everyone and does not require registration. Each session runs up to 90 minutes and meets in the Storytime Room on the first floor. For questions, contact the Adult Reference Desk at library@neenahlibrary.org. If accommodations are needed, contact the library administrative office at 920-886-6315 or library@neenahlibrary.org at least 24 hours in advance. Support comes from the Friends of the Neenah Library and the Neenah Public Library Trust Fund, and donations to these groups are welcome.

Ever wonder how far back you can trace your family? Genealogist and former Oshkosh librarian Mara Munroe presents “The Clan Munroe of Scotland,” celebrating the clan’s 1000th anniversary in 2025. The program is sponsored by the Winnebagoland Genealogical Society.

A monthly chapter gathering featuring time in the hangar, a meal, and a program that follows. Visitors and guests are welcome. Details about this month’s meal and program will be shared soon.