2009 Oshkosh Community Calendar

Recurring Events

First Saturday of Every Month Oshkosh Gallery Walk
(920) 426-3232
www.oshkoshgallerywalk.com
Downtown Oshkosh comes alive the first Saturday of every month from 6 to 9 p.m. Oshkosh galleries and businesses open
their doors to feature artwork of all varieties and genres. Join the hundreds of art lovers who make downtown Oshkosh the place to be on the first Saturday of every month.

Saturdays: June 6 – October 17 Oshkosh Saturday Farmers’ Market
(920) 235-4528
Shop for locally grown fruit, vegetables and flowers, as well as homemade crafts and delicacies. Live music and entertainment provide a fun, friendly and pleasant atmosphere. 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., rain or shine.

Thursday Nights: May 21 – September 3 Waterfest Summer Concert Series
(920) 236-8170
www.waterfest.org
Celebrate summer nights with weekly concerts at the beautiful Leach

Events

April 18 – Oshkosh Half Marathon
(800) 429-8044, www.midwestsportsevents.com
Take part in the Third Annual Oshkosh Half Marathon, also featuring a 5K Run/Walk, Kids’ Run and Pasta Dinner. A flat, fast and scenic route you won’t want to miss.

June 24-28 – Country USA
(800) 326-SHOW, www.countryusaoshkosh.com
The premier country music and camping festival in the nation, Country USA is five days of non-stop music and fun, featuring today’s top country headliners.

July 1-5 – Sawdust Days
(920) 235-5584, www.sawdustdays.com
A summertime Oshkosh festival, featuring a midway, three band stages, flea market and an early history village all in beautiful Menominee Park. Traditional fireworks and parade are held on the July 4.

July 12 – Faire on the Green
(920) 235-6903, www.thepaine.org/events/faire_on_green2009
The largest arts and crafts fair in Oshkosh, with more than 200 talented artists and crafts-persons. The ‘Corner Market’ features unique antiques, imported and retail items.

July 27-August 2 – EAA AirVenture
www.airventure.org
Called the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration, come experience the jaw-dropping event that attracts 600,000 visitors and 10,000 aircraft from more than 65 countries.

August 4-9 – Winnebago County Fair
(920) 231-6002,
www.winnebagocountryfaironline.com
Enjoy a traditional Wisconsin County Fair — fun for the entire family.

September 12 – Autumn Fest
(920) 303-3176
Annual Winnebago County Park fundraiser that includes an art show, flea market, food,
rides, hot air balloons, music and more.

September 25-26 – Fall Fest on the Fox, including the Oshkosh Community Dragon Boat Race
(920) 424-2242, www.uwosh.edu/dragonboat
Fourth annual event celebrating education, family, culture and the Oshkosh waterways.

November 14 – Oshkosh Holiday Parade
(920) 303-2266
Kick off the holidays with this Oshkosh tradition.

December 14 – Christmas in the Air
(920) 426-6886, www.airventuremuseum.org
Held at the EAA AirVenture Museum, this is a free holiday celebration and open house. Enjoy local music groups,
refreshments, a visit from Santa via helicopter and Just “Plane” Chocolate.

For a complete listing of Oshkosh events and details visit www.oshkoshevents.com