Oshkosh Craft Beer Week is back from April 2-12 with ten days of unique brews, community fun, and unforgettable experiences! Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast or simply looking for a good time, here’s why you won’t want to miss this annual celebration!

1. Exclusive Brews + Collabs

This year’s new brew is a rice lager, available on over 30 taps throughout Oshkosh (click here for the full list of participating spots)! Our local brewers from Bare Bones Brewery, Fifth Ward Brewing Company, and Fox River Brewing Company team up every year to create a limited-edition beer you won’t find anywhere else. It’s the perfect chance to taste something truly unique!

PLUS! Stop by one of the 3 breweries and order an Oshkosh on the Water brew - served up in a special edition color changing cup for YOU to take home!

Fox River, Bare Bones, Fifth Ward

2. Support Local

Oshkosh Craft Beer Week is all about supporting our local friends! From breweries to bars, restaurants, and retailers, the event brings together the best of Oshkosh’s craft scene. Enjoy a drink while supporting the businesses that make our community the best!

Crafted right here in Oshkosh, this special release will be featured at our local breweries, as well as incorporated into cocktails and spirits at Sturgeon Spirits Craft Distillery. Sturgeon Spirits will have the Rice Lager on tap - along with creative spin-off creations! It’s the perfect way to experience Oshkosh’s craft culture in new and exciting ways!

3. Fun Events + Giveaways

Throughout the week, enjoy special events, live music, and exclusive promotions. Plus, you’ll have a chance to win awesome prizes, including OSH swag and more. Throughout the 10 days - you'll have a chance to share your photos for a chance to be featured AND earn an exclusive sticker - hat - OR BOTH! The more photos you share - the more chances you have of winning some awesome swag! Upload your photos here!

It’s the perfect excuse to grab a friend and explore Oshkosh together!

  • Fifth Ward is offering fun specials daily! From special releases to raffle drawings - learn more here!
  • Fox River is celebrating ALL LOCAL this year with the On the Water Rice Lager, a Hughes’ Crawler Stout and a Newly released Coot’s Light. All 3 will be available for $4 pints all throughout Craft Beer Week. You can also purchase a flight of all three for $4!
     

Craft Beer Week, Oshkosh on the Water Canned

4. Discover New Favorites

With SO many participating locations, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to try new brews and discover new favorite local spots around Oshkosh. Whether you're wanting to check out a new restaurant or brewery that you haven't visited before - or stop by a local market and pick it up to enjoy at home, there's ways for everyone to enjoy this Oshkosh Craft Beer Week brew!

5. Celebrate our Oshkosh Community

Oshkosh Craft Beer Week is more than just a celebration of local businesses - it’s a celebration of community. It’s a chance to connect with fellow craft beer lovers AND meet the people behind the brews!

 

Don’t Miss Out! Mark your calendar for April 2-12 and experience the best of Oshkosh’s craft beer scene - and learn more about Oshkosh Craft Beer Week 2026!

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