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Discover what's happening in your community! Browse through our curated selection of local events and activities, from family-friendly festivals to live performances, workshops, and cultural gatherings. Use the filters below to sort by date, category, or location to find exactly what interests you. Whether you're looking for weekend entertainment, educational opportunities, or ways to get involved in your neighborhood, you'll find it here. Check back regularly as new events are added daily.

Upcoming Events and Activities in Oshkosh and the Fox Valley

Coats for Kids

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 30

Coats for Kids

The Salvation Army is asking community members to donate new or gently used winter coats, hats, mittens, gloves, and scarves. All donated items will remain in the local community and be distributed throughout Winnebago County.

💜 Dine Out Against Domestic Abuse: Dine Out for Good! 💜

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Nov 1

💜 Dine Out Against Domestic Abuse: Dine Out for Good! 💜

This October, you can Dine Out for Good while supporting survivors of domestic abuse right here in our community. Choose a participating restaurant, grab your friends or family, order your favorite meal, and know that a portion of your purchase is helping make a difference for survivors in our community.

Crime Prevention Symposium

Wed, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 16 @ 8 AM-12 PM

Crime Prevention Symposium

Never too early! The 2026 dates are set for the annual symposium! We’re heading back to the newly remodeled Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center. This is a great conference, with great speakers, at an excellent venue

 Community Clothes Closet Open House

Wed, Oct 14 @ 4 PM-6 PM

Community Clothes Closet Open House

Come see what’s happening at Community Clothes Closet and learn more about the impact we’re making in our community! Tour the space and ☕ Enjoy light refreshments and connect with our community!

Take Back the Night

Wed, Oct 14 @ 5 PM-8 PM

Take Back the Night

Everyone is welcome at this free event. Take Back the Night is an annual event that provides attendees with the opportunity to become educated on and take a stand against sexual assault and domestic abuse in our community.

Wisconsin Book Festival 2026

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

Wisconsin Book Festival 2026

The Wisconsin Book Festival is back for their 25th year with over 50 FREE readings in Madison! Dig in to a new mystery, a historic biography or a deep dive on our modern world. Click to see the full schedule.

Brews in the Zoo

Fri, Oct 16 @ 5 PM-9 PM

Brews in the Zoo

A fun night for adults in Menominee Park Zoo! Enjoy Come in Costume for the Costume Contest, there will be games, food trucks, local craft beer, raffles and more! Must be 21 or older to consume alcohol.

Glow in the Park

Fri, Oct 16 @ 5:30 PM-8 PM

Glow in the Park

Head to Pierce Park for a night of family-friendly Halloween fun. Costumes are encouraged, so grab your little ghouls and goblins and join us for a night that lights up the park! There’s plenty to see, do and discover!

Holiday Craft Sale at Oshkosh Town Hall

Sat, Oct 17 @ 9:30 AM-2:30 PM

Holiday Craft Sale at Oshkosh Town Hall

Holiday craft sale with fall and Christmas arrangements and ornaments, popcorns and salt water taffy, bracelets, resin items, embroidered and crochet items, tree of life wreaths and more…

Oshkosh Fire Safety Event

Sat, Oct 17 @ 10 AM-2 PM

Oshkosh Fire Safety Event

Join the Oshkosh Police Department at Lowe's (1075 N Washburn Street) this Saturday for a free family event! Enjoy popcorn, hot dogs, firetrucks and police cars, games, free giveaways and prizes for kids and adults!

Zooloween Boo

Sat, Oct 17 @ 11 AM-3 PM

Zooloween Boo

Register online! Come Trick or Treat at Menominee Park Zoo. Sign up for the costume contest, play some games, enjoy food trucks and more!!!

Oshkosh Symphony Orchestra: Pictures

Sat, Oct 17 @ 7 PM-9 PM

Oshkosh Symphony Orchestra: Pictures

This concert marks a thrilling new chapter for music in our community. We launch our grand 85th season with a ribbon cutting. Be there when we unveil the beautifully renovated and newly accessible Music Hall, located on the campus of UW-Oshkosh.

Fall Farms BINGO

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 2

Fall Farms BINGO

🍁 Turn fall fun into an adventure! Download our FREE Fall Farms BINGO passport, explore participating Wisconsin farms through November 1, and check in for a chance to win prizes!

Fifth Annual Run with the Herd 5K/1K

Sun, Oct 18 @ 8 AM-11:30 AM

Fifth Annual Run with the Herd 5K/1K

Join the Wisconsin Herd for the fifth annual Run with the Herd 5K Run and 1K Family Fun Run on Sunday, October 18. The start and finish line will take place at Oshkosh Arena with a route that takes runners through downtown Oshkosh

Students Jam

Tue, Oct 20 @ 6 PM-9 PM

Students Jam

Students' Jam is a jazz jam session for students of all ages! Admission is FREE, thanks to the generous donations of our community partners. Come to listen! Come to play! Jazz education in a club setting!!

Windows for a Cause

Wed, Oct 21 @ 5 PM-8 PM

Windows for a Cause

A free annual fundraiser recognizing an opportunity to reduce landfill waste where hundreds of artists, organizations and community figures turn old windows into art pieces themed around a child's wish.

Fox Cities Heart Walk

Sat, Oct 24 @ 7:30 AM-12 PM

Fox Cities Heart Walk

Heart Walk brings communities together to create health and hope for every heartbeat. Every walker who joins, every dollar donated, means more people trained in CPR, more research and more lifesaving moments for everyone.

Green Bay Packers Spooktacular

Sat, Oct 24 @ 9 AM-3 PM

Green Bay Packers Spooktacular

Spooktacular will feature a 'little monsters' theme complete with interactive stage entertainment, fall-themed games, craft stations, treat decorating, balloon animals, face painting and more in the Lambeau Field Atrium. Fall and 'little monsters' themed scenes will be abundant for photo opportunities.

Witches that Wander

Sat, Oct 24 @ 10 AM-2 PM

Witches that Wander

An annual Downtown Oshkosh event filled with shopping & spell-binding style! Start your spooky Saturday at Brinkley’s Boutique to receive your witches hat. Each participating store will have a selection of pins to decorate your hat

Nordheim Zombie Crawl

Sat, Oct 24 @ 1 PM-8 PM

Nordheim Zombie Crawl

$5 per person, sign up is not required but appreciated so the bars can plan/staff accordingly. Sign up at any of the bars listed and that will be your starting bar. Prizes given for costumes from each bar and a grand prize winner from all the bars!

Junior Halloween Pumpkin Bash

Sun, Oct 25 @ 1 PM-3 PM

Junior Halloween Pumpkin Bash

The courts are getting a Halloween makeover! Join us for the Junior Halloween Pumpkin Bash on Sunday, October 25 featuring fun games, friendly competition, treats and prizes for the best costumes.

40th Annual Benefit Style Show

Tue, Oct 27 @ 4:30 PM-9:30 PM

40th Annual Benefit Style Show

The OAWA Annual Benefit Style Show brings together fun, fashion, and fundraising! In addition to the style show itself and dinner, we will also be offering the chance to bid on numerous silent auction items and take part in AH-mazing raffle prizes.

Oshkosh Witches Dance

Sat, Oct 31 @ 8 AM-12:30 PM

Oshkosh Witches Dance

On October 31, we’re bringing a Witches Dance to Main Street, and you’re invited to be part of it. Come learn the dance at a 30-minute rehearsal on October 10th, 20th, and 26th! All ages and dance abilities are welcome. 🖤

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