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Pat Tracey

Pat has lived in Oshkosh for 30 years, but sadly, never got out much; he was too busy working. Now he’s making up for lost time, and bringing you along for the fun!  Join Pat’s quest as he finds the people and places that make Oshkosh special! Pat lives near Menominee Park with his wife Dawn and corgi Beau. Look for Pat on the trail!

Why I Love Oshkosh: Nutcracker in the Castle

A Magical Time in Oshkosh! Pat decided it was his year to become the newest Nutcracker, so he brought his best moves to the Paine! However, Drosselmyer and the dancers guided him back into the storyline. Nutcracker in the Castle is back at the Paine now through January 5 with self-guided tours…

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Supper Club Saturdays at Anchor & Port

Ah, Supper Club Saturday! You instantly have a memory and a warm glow don’t you? Well now you can glow up at the gorgeous Anchor & Port, the Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront Hotel’s restaurant! When Dawn and I saw the new Supper Club menu, offered on select Saturdays, we knew we had to add it to our list…

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Why I Love Oshkosh: Special Edition AirVenture 2025

Who’s ready to discover AirVenture from a helicopter? Pat is, along with photo ace Jim Koepnick. Five solid minutes of roll, pitch and yaw, C’mon! We rode with Bell 47 Helicopter Rides from their base at Pioneer Airport. Flying in the Bell 47, aka the M*A*S*H* helicopter, is the thrill of a…

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Why I Love Oshkosh: Wagner Market

Your Friendly Neighborhood Grocery When it comes to local flavor, Wagner Market in Downtown Oshkosh delivers on every level. I'm a big fan—especially of the meat counter, where you’ll find over 30 flavors of handmade bratwurst. From there, the experience only gets better: browse hundreds of craft…

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Why I Love Oshkosh: Cruisin' Tikis

Experience a Floating Tiki in Oshkosh Hello friends, who’s ready to discover Oshkosh with Cruisin' Tikis Oshkosh and their Fox River 2-hour tour? The Skipper and Gilligan never imagined a cruise this smooth, or views this sublime. But now, thanks to the seafaring skills of Cap’n Joe + First Mate…

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Why I Love Oshkosh: PATio Party

Welcome to our Oshkosh Artisan Series, where you can join Pat and discover three local food + beverage creators who offer Oshkosh-ians the freshest tastes anywhere! For one incredible PATio party , we brought together our friends from: Wagner Market, Sunken Paddle Ciderworks, and Thunderbird Bakery…

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Why I Love Oshkosh: Elsewhere

Elsewhere Market & Coffee House Elsewhere Market & Coffee House sprawls across two storefronts in the 500 block of north Main Street, offering Oshkoshians plenty of warm and cozy spaces to work, hide or just people watch! You’ll see an eclectic stream of coffee drinkers if you sit here awhile, moms…

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Why I Love Oshkosh: Coffee Shops

One of the best ways to pick up the vibe of a city is to spend time in its coffee shops, and Oshkosh delivers with several unique coffee experiences! Need a groovy place to chill with amazing coffee? Then you’ll feel right at home at New Moon Cafe, where the walls feature a rotating display of local…

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Goofing Off in Oshkosh: Pat’s Top 5 Picks

Pat, the Oshkosh Tour Guide you never knew you needed, is notorious for goofing off—and what better day to embrace it than March 22, National Goof Off Day? Whether you're building a blanket fort, strolling by the water, or shooting pool, the key is to avoid anything that looks like work. So take a…

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Why I Love Oshkosh: Deb's Spare Time

Deb's Spare Time Friends, I’ve tasted Hollandaise from New York to California, and I’m here to tell you, Deb's Spare Time can compete on the world Hollandaise stage. I’ll never forget my first Saturday breakfast at Debs! I walked in, no clue that this cozy little bar on Harrison Street was a kind of…

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