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Thursday, May 30, 2013 Ardy & Ed’s May Cruise Night May 31, 2013 / 5:00pm Ardy & Ed’s Drive In 413 S. Main St., Oshkosh
Saturday, June 1, 2013 Oshkosh Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Oshkosh hosts more than 1,000 events annually. Have fun at fantastic festivals. Watch or participate in sports tournaments and competitions. See one of the largest aviation festivals on earth. Attend huge live music festivals featuring multiple bands. Catch a fishing tournament. Bring the kids to one of the many family-friendly festivals and special events. Enjoy art exhibits, farmers markets, live performances, car shows and more. There’s so much to do in Oshkosh, Wisconsin’s Event City.
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Exciting 3-on-3 basketball action returns to the streets of downtown Oshkosh as the second annual Oshkosh Gus Macker tournament attracts athletes from across the Midwest. Competition for all talent levels plus a slam dunk contest, 3-point contest an a hot shots contest.
7:30am – Noon Player Registration
8:00am Opening Ceremony – Top Men’s Court 9:00am – 1:00pm 3-Point & Hot Shots Contest – Dream Court 2:00pm
SLAM DUNK CONTEST 3-Point Contest Finals Hot Shot Contest Finals – Top Men’s Court
Team registration link: registrationmacker.com/ catalog/Oshkosh-WI-p-117.html June 1, 2013 Opera House Square 300 Block of Main Street, Oshkosh
Saturday, June 8, 2013 Steampunk: Gadgets-Art-Costumes
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Get steamed up at the Museum this summer! The Oshkosh Public Museum is gearing up to explore the fantastical world of Steampunk, the only museum in the Midwest to be hosting an exhibit dedicated to this exotic subculture. The Steampunk: Gadgets-Art-Costumes exhibit opens on June 8 and runs through September 8. It will showcase the marvelous gadgets, stunning artwork, and elaborate costumes created by Steampunk artists and fans, as well as a variety of museum artifacts for comparison. June 8, 2013 Oshkosh Public Museum 1331 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI
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Sunday, June 9, 2013 Winnebagoland Art Fair
The Winnebagoland Art Fair is a fine art and fine craft, juried event for the whole family. Plenty of art to choose from; 24 art medias are represented. Held outdoors at South Park in Oshkosh. Food vendors and music to entertain. June 9, 2013 / 10:00am South Park Corner of 800 W. South Park Ave. & 1300 Georgia St., Oshkosh, WI Cost: Free
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 Oshkosh Area Community Band Summer Concert Series
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Join us as we open the 2013 Summer Concert Series by performing at the beautiful Leach Ampitheater. June 12, 2013 / 6:30pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI Cost: Free
June 14 – June 15, 2013 Oshkosh Museum & The Grand Go Paranormal
The Oshkosh Public Museum and The Grand are teaming up to bring you a panel of experts in the field of Paranormal Investigation. Brian Cano of the TV series Haunted Collector, Scotty Rorek of Z Talk Radio, and Tim Maile of Fox Cities Paranormal Team are coming to Oshkosh to give an informative and fun presentation on paranormal studies, and their recent investigation at the Museum. June 14 - 15, 2013 Oshkosh Public Museum 1331 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI
Thursday, June 20, 2013 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Hairball, Paul Cebar Tomorrow Sound , Salsa Manzana June 20, 2013 / 5:00pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh,WI
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Looking for a safe water for your dog to swim? We have the spot for you. Friends of Winnebago County Dog Parks, Inc, will be at Beach Pavilion again this year. The Beach and Pavilion can be found in Winnebago County Community Park on the north end off off County Rd Y across from the Best Friends Dog Park. Find regulations and more information at visitoshkosh.com/event/doggie-paddle-june/ June 23, 2013 / 11:00am Doggie Paddle Beach Rd, Oshkosh Cost: $5
Wednesday, June 26, 2013 Oshkosh Area Community Band Summer Concert Series FREE band concert with music to appeal to all. June 26, 2013 / 6:30pm Alberta Kimball Auditorium 375 N. Eagle St., Oshkosh, WI Cost: Free
Thursday, June 27, 2013 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Vic Ferrari , Tuff June 27, 2013 / 5:00am Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI
Ardy & Ed’s June Cruise Night June 27, 2013 / 5:00pm Ardy & Ed’s Drive In 2413 S. Main St., Oshkosh, WI
Sunday, June 30, 2013 Oshkosh Garden Walk
Tour six delightful urban gardens on the 5th annual Oshkosh Garden Walk. These city gardens provide inspiration for “gardening large in a small space” and showcase a variety of styles and designs including: an open space concept, vertical space usage, raised beds, terraces, an expansion of living space and “cottage-style”. Proceeds from the Garden Walk benefit community projects such as the Oshkosh West High School science courtyard butterfly garden and the new Oshkosh Community Garden on Jefferson Street. Gardens may be visited in any order and tickets give access to all gardens on the garden walk. www.oshkoshgardenclub.org or at Stuart’s Landscaping and Garden Center. June 30, 2013 Oshkosh, WI Cost: $8 in advance; $10 day of the walk
Sunday, July 7, 2013 Faire on the Green
Attend the largest arts and crafts fair in Oshkosh! Visit the Paine on Sunday, July 7 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and experience the largest free outdoor arts and crafts fair of the summer. From whimsical mosaics to original art and fine crafts, enjoy the works of more than 200 talented artists and craftspersons. The “Corner Market” features unique antiques, imported and retail items on the corner of Elmwood Avenue and Congress Street. With great food and entertainment, it is an event for the whole family! July 7, 2013 / 9:00am Paine Art Center and Gardens 1410 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh, WI
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OSHKOSH IRISH FEST
THUNDER INTHE PARK
Otter Street Battle on Bago
The Fifth Annual Oshkosh Irish Fest coming to the Leach Amphitheater May 31 – June 2. Come and enjoy the music, the food, the dancers, the presentations, the vendors, the 5K, the raffle, and, of course, THE FUN! Be sure to bring your wee little ones for our Little Leprechaun Land, maybe participate in our medieval banquet, or just sit and enjoy some great music in this beautiful park on the water. Everyone is welcome – you don’t have to be Irish to have fun!!! We look forward to seeing you at the Fest. Sláinte!
The Fox Valley Motorcycle Show & Swap Meet has become one of Wisconsin’s best charitable events of the summer, with a car show, poker run, celebrities, vendors, live bands, kids’ activities, food, beer, thousands in raffle prizes, with a live radio remote, and a 13 class bike show added on Sunday, you know it’s going to be a great time for the entire family.
Tournament participants may fish between 6am - 1:30pm on Saturday, February 23rd on Lake Winnebago only. Each participant may register one fish per ticket with no limit to number of tickets an individual can purchase. All state regulations and bag limits apply to this rule and no person may bring in more than the legal limit of fish allowed which include: Walleye, panfish (perch, bluegills, crappies), whitebass or burbot (eelpout).
May 31 – June 2 Leach Amphitheater
Oshkosh Irish Fest runs Friday, May 31 through Sunday June 2. Oshkosh Irish Fest has two stages, a Main Stage and a Pub Tent Stage. We also have a Cultural Tent with featured presenters every half-hour. Friday, May 31 Admission today is $8 in advance, $10 at the door, $15 after 7 p.m. or $20 for the weekend pass
June 1 - June 2 South Park
This will be our 8th annual free admission, rain-orshine event, held at South Park in Oshkosh Wisconsin, corner of South Park Ave. and Georgia Street. Saturday June 1st, and Sunday June 2nd 2013, as always to benefit local children in need, and again this year, to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin-Fox Valley. For more information visit us at www.graybeard productions.org, or please call me at 920-426-2791.
Saturday, June 1 Admission today is $8 in advance, $10 at the door, $15 after 7 p.m. or $20 for the weekend pass. Children 12 and under are FREE.
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Sunday, June 2 Admission is $5 or FREE with a food or monetary donation prior to Mass. Children 12 and under are FREE
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June 25-June 29 Ford Festival Park
July 3 - July 7 Menomoninee Park
Welcome to the premier country music and camping festival in the nation, Country USA.
This festival is a multi-cultural, multi-event, happening hosted by the city of Oshkosh. Most of the events & festivities happen in Menominee Park, right next to Lake Winnebago. The area is rich with Native American Historical significance.
Get ready for five days of non-stop, world-class entertainment featuring country music’s biggest and hottest headliners. We’ve got a million dollar talent lineup, coming together for the biggest show of them all. Country USA also means great food, great shopping, plus our expansive campground located right on the site. Country USA, get ready to join the party. Tuesday, July 25: Eric Church, Gloriana, Ayla Brown, Geoff Landon and Cal Stage Wednesday, July 26: Sheryl Crow, Kix Brooks, Dustin Lynch, Chasin Mason and Tuscan Road
2013 MISS WISCONSIN SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT
June 16 - June 22 Alberta Kimball Auditorium misswisconsin.com
SAWDUST DAYS
Thursday, July 27: Billy Currington, Joe Nichols, Neal McCoy, Kentucky Headhunters and Bella Cain
Friday, July 28: Toby Keith, Easton Corbin, Aaron Tippin, JT Hodges, Jake McVey and 5th Gear Saturday, July 29: Dierks Bentley, Montgomery Gentry, Chris Cagle, Logan Mize, Jason Thomas and Bruce Larson & Rocky Mountain Band
Go back in time to the 1870’s when Oshkosh had 24 sawmills, 15 shingle mills, and 7 sash and door factories and was known as the “Sawdust City”! Experience these times when you visit the annual “Sawdust Days” festival, which features five days of music, food, fun, parades and the largest 4th of July fireworks display in the Fox Valley on the shores of Lake Winnebago. With 4 stages of music, Sawdust Days is one of the country’s most unique family festivals since it’s really 3 separate festivals in 1. Over 150,000 people attend over 5 days. The Budweiser Mainstage features Rock, Blues, Americana & Rockabilly bands from throughout the USA. Sabor-a-Mexico features the largest free Hispanic Ethnic festival north of Chicago. 4th of July Veterans Parade and Festival Foods Fireworks
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LIFEFEST
ROCK USA
July 11-July 14 Sunnyview Expo Center
July 17 - July 20 Ford Festival Park
A family friendly festival featuring diverse music, food, camping, activities, Kidzone, comedians and speakers. 2013 artists include: Skillet, Lonestar, Toby Mac, Mercy Me, Newsboys, Third Day, Family Force 5, Jimmy Wayne and dozens more. Lifest is a party with a purpose, gathering thousands each year to celebrate family, faith and fun in a safe and uplifting atmosphere. Youth ages 8-12 half off, with children 7 & under free.
TAKING IT TO THE EDGE. Rock USA will brand itself as ‘Solid Rock. No Limits.’ and will present an incredibly broad mix of world-class rockstars in an effort to kick up the festival experience. Don’t try to lay a description on our talent mix because it won’t work. We intend to break a few rules and we intend to get downright aggressive about it. Count on it… we will take it to the edge. If it’s kickass festival stuff… it belongs at Rock USA!
Tickets and information at www.lifest.com or 800-955-5433.
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BIG EVENT. DISCOUNT TICKETS. We are going to give you four outrageous days of world-class rock at discount prices. We know the money doesn’t come easy and it’s tough out there. You shouldn’t have to pay through the nose for tickets! Our goal is to offer the biggest entertainment value possible and we’re going to sell Rock USA tickets at the lowest festival prices possible. At Rock USA you are going to get more and pay less! Wednesday, July 17: Avenged Sevenfold, Buckcherry, Saliva, Lovehammers, Spiritual Plague Thursday, July 18: Twisted Sister, Anthrax, Queensryche, Great White, Slaughter
Friday, July 19: Godsmack, Chevelle, Midnight Empire, Almost Kings Saturday, July 20: Van Halen, Ratt, Jackyl, Dokken, Road Trip
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DEER FEST
July 26 - July 28 Sunnyview Expo Center DeerFest is Everything Deer. The 4th Annual DeerFest event, July 26th-28th, 2013 will be our biggest and best ever! DF 2013 will feature it’s most exciting celebrity line-up to date including: Troy and Jacob Landry from the Swamp People TV Series on History, the whole crew from Tru TV’s popular show Lizard Lick Towing, The Crush Lee & Tiffany Lakosky, Driven TV’s Pat & Nicole Reeve, Fear No Evil and Arrow Affliction host Chris Brackett, world champion archer Levi Morgan and more. DeerFest will also feature expert seminars, 100’s of exhibitor booths, all the leading archery companies, bow testing, archery course and tournaments, an ATV test track—DeerFest is Everything Deer. DeerFest 2013 will again feature a huge LIVE AUCTION on Sunday, July 28th. Great deals on guns, bows, trips and more. Admission to DeerFest is $10 per day. 3-Day (FridaySunday) passes are available for $25. Everyone who brings a deer head, or sheds to DeerFest to have them scored and displayed in the DeerFest Trophy Room will receive a special 3-day pass for $15.
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 Oshkosh Area Community Band Summer Concert Series Join us for a free band concert at the climatecontrolled Alberta Kimball Auditorium! See More Details July 10, 2013 / 6:30pm Alberta Kimball Auditorium 375 N. Eagle St., Oshkosh, WI Cost: Free
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 US Open of Grass Volleyball
Waupaca Boatride Volleyball Tournament July 12-14, 2013 Oshkosh, WI – Brighton Acres Tournament Schedule: Fri. July 12, Sand Doubles – 9:00am – Brighton Acres, The Bar of Oshkosh and Oshkosh Lanes Fri. July 12, Coed Quads – 9:00am – Brighton Acres Fri. July 12, Juniors Quads – 9:00am – Brighton Acres Sat. July 13, Mens and Womens Triples – 8:00am – Brighton Acres Sun. July 14, Coed Sand Doubles – 9:00am – Brighton Acres Sun. July 14, Reverse Coed Quads – 9:00am – Brighton Acres July 11, 2013 Brighton Acres 4057 Fisk Avneue, Oshkosh, WI
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Monday, July 15, 2013 YMCA Golf Outing & Y’Ning Women Wine TastingEvent to benefit the Strong Kids Campaign
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Tonight’s performers: Little River Band , TBA July 11, 2013 / 5:00am Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI
YMCA Golf Outing & Y’Ning Women Wine Tasting Event to benefit the Strong Kids Campaign Monday, July 15 Awesome event for an awesome cause! Oshkosh Country Club $150/per golfer $600/per foursome $50/per attendant at wine eventamy Albright for more information, atamyalbright@ oshkoshymca.org or 236.3380. July 15, 2013 / 8:00am Oshkosh Country Club 11 W. Ripple Ave., Oshkosh, WI Cost: See Above
Thursday, July 18, 2013 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Tonight’s performers: American English, Three Beers til Dubuque July 18, 2013 / 5:00pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI
Sunday, July 21, 2013 Doggie Paddle – July
Looking for a safe water for your dog to swim? We have the spot for you. Friends of Winnebago County Dog Parks, Inc, will be at Beach Pavilion again this year. The Beach and Pavilion can be found in Winnebago County Community Park on the north end off off County Rd Y across from the Best Friends Dog Park. Find regulations and more information at visitoshkosh.com/event/doggie-paddle-july July 21, 2013 / 11:00am Doggie Paddle Beach Rd, Oshkosh Cost: $5
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A day full of all kinds of fun! Ducky games; pick a duck, chuck a duck, toss a duck & earn “Ducky Dollars� Join in the Ducky races down the lazy river! “Duckies� will be available for purchase at admissions from opening day up until the day of the event for $2.00 each. Win great prizes!! Watch for more details soon!! Reg. admission applies This event is FREE to Season Pass holders For more information or how to become involved with the Ducky Days event, contact Jenny McCollian at 920-236-5089 or email: jmccollian@ci.oshkosh. wi.us July 26, 2013 / 2:00pm- 6:00pm Pollock Community Water Park 1550 Taft Ave., Oshkosh, WI
Thursday, August 1, 2013 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Tonight’s performers: Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real Brett Newski Sly Joe and the JUMBO Smooth Operators August 1, 2013 / 5:00pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI
Saturday, August 3, 2013 EAA Runway 5K
Held on the Saturday of AirVenture, participants of all ages will run or walk the unique, aircraft-lined, 3.1-mile route around EAA’s AirVenture grounds. Each registration includes free daily admission to AirVenture on Saturday, including the evening’s Rockwell Collins Night Air Show. Proceeds benefit Oshkosh Area United Way. Sign up before June 30
to receive the discounted pricing! Registration Through June 30 General Public (includes free Saturday AirVenture admission): Adult $35 Student (6-18) $17 Children (under 5) FREE AirVenture Attendee (Participant already has Saturday admission wristband): Adult $25 Student (6-18) $15 Children (under 5) FREE Regisration After July 1 General Public (includes free Saturday AirVenture admission): Adult $43 Student (6-18) $22 Children (under 5) FREE AirVenture Attendee (Participant already has Saturday admission wristband): Adult $28 Student (6-18) $18 Children (under 5) FREE August 3, 2013, 7:00am EAA AirVenture Grounds 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI,
Thursday, August 8, 2013 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Tonight’s performers: Spin Doctors Copper Box August 8, 2013, 5:00pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI
Thursday, August 15, 2013 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Tonight’s performers: continued on page 11
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See Yves ‘Jetman’ Rossy fly
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TWO Night Air Shows -Wednesday and Saturday
Newly Renovated Waterfront Hotel 176 Deluxe River View Rooms Ground Round River’s Edge
Presented by Rockwell Collins
Preview “Disney’s Planes� at the Fly-In Theater
Presented by Ford Motor Company
Opening Night Concert with Chicago
Presented by Ford Motor Company
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July 29 - August 4 EAA Airventure Grounds www.airventure.org
Tough Mudder
August 6 - August 11 Sunnyview Expo Center
September 7 - September 8 EAA Airventure Grounds
Exposition Center & Fair Grounds Tuesday, August 6 open at 5:00 p.m. / Wednesday, August 7 thru Sunday, August 11 open at 10:00 a.m. Midway Tuesday, August 6 open at 5:00 p.m. / Wednesday, August 7 - Friday, August 9 1:00 p.m. to Closing / Saturday, August 10 - Sunday August 11 11:00 a.m. to Closing Parking Free Parking at all times. Limited Handicap Parking & Grandstand Seating Available Daily Admission* *Admission Charge begins at 9 am (10am Saturday) Includes admission onto Grounds, Grandstand Shows AND Unlimited Rides. Advance Sales (by Monday, August 5, 2013) - $10.00. At the Gate - $12.00 *4 years and older. Children 3 and under are free UNLESS they wish to ride the Carnival Rides - then they must purchase a ticket! Senior Citizens & Veteran’s Day Friday, August 9, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. (Admission onto the grounds and horse pull - Rides Not Included) Senior Citizen - $5.00 (must purchase ticket at the gate on Friday, August 10, 2012) Veteran’s Day - Free Admission with Proof of Service - Does NOT Include Rides
Tough Mudder events are hardcore 10-12 mile obstacle courses designed by British Special Forces to test your all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie. With the most innovative courses, 1,000,000 inspiring participants worldwide to date, and more than $5 million raised for the Wounded Warrior Project, Tough Mudder is the premier adventure challenge series in the world.
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August 24, 2013 / 11:00am Doggie Paddle Beach Rd, Oshkosh Cost: $5
The Tubes, Dwight Twilley August 15, 2013 / 5:00pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI
Sunday, August 25, 2013 Wisconsin Cage Bird Club Fall Bird Fair
Sunday, August 18, 2013 Kids from Wisconsin! at the Leach
If you’ve never seen a Kids from Wisconsin show, then you don’t know what you are missing! Amazing music for everyone, ranging from swing, to country & jazz! A great time for the whole family! Concessions will be available. This is a FREE Event! Sunday, August 18, 2013 Gates open at 11:30am Entertainment begins at 12:00 pm Kids from Wisconsin will perform at 3:00 pm August 18, 2013 / 12:00pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI Cost: Free
Thursday, August 22, 2013 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Tonight’s performers: Rusted Root, The Iguanas August 22, 2013 / 5:00pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI
Saturday, August 24, 2013 Doggie Paddle – August
Looking for a safe water for your dog to swim? We have the spot for you. Friends of Winnebago County Dog Parks, Inc, will be at Beach Pavilion again this year. The Beach and Pavilion can be found in Winnebago County Community Park on the north end off off County Rd Y across from the Best Friends Dog Park. Find regulations and more information at visitoshkosh.com/event/doggie-paddle-august
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Annual Fall Bird Fair Numerous vendors will have cages, supplies, and toys for pet cage birds. There will be a wide variety of pet cage birds available from vendors. August 25, 2013 / 9:00am Oshkosh Convention Center 2 N. Main St., Oshkosh, WI Cost: $3
Thursday, August 29, 2013 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
28th annual Waterfest Concert series at the Leach Amphitheater on the shores of the Fox River. Tonight’s performers: Kenny Loggins Blue Sky Riders The Whigs The Outer Vibe August 29, 2013 / 5:00pm Leach Amphitheater 303 Ceape St., Oshkosh, WI
Ardy & Ed’s August Cruise Night August 29, 2013 / 5:00pm Ardy & Ed’s Drive In 2413 S. Main St., Oshkosh, WI
Saturday, August 31, 2013 Shake The Lake
Stock and Modified Outboard Hydroplane Boat Racing. Food and refreshments for sale at park. Admission is free. August 29, 2013 / 11:00am Menominee Park 1249 E. Irving Ave., Oshkosh, WI Cost: Free
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