Pollock Community Water Park
What: The Pollock Community Water Park was named after Oshkosh industrialist William E. Pollock, one of the early leaders of OshKosh B'Gosh. The water park consists of slides, a lazy river, a lap pool, and kiddie pools. There are also concessions available!
Where: 1550 Taft St., Oshkosh
2025 Season: June 7th to August 17th
Hours: 11:00 - 12:00 pm: Lap swim, lazy river walking, tot time (for children under 5 years old) | Noon - 7:00 pm: Open swim | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Lap swim |
Price: Child (2 yrs. & under), Free | Youth (3 to 17 yrs.), $5.00 | Adults (18 to 59 yrs.), $6.00 | Seniors (60 yrs. & older), $4.00
Fire Escape
What: The Fire Escape is a local paint-your-own pottery shop that offers much more than the typical shop. It has options from painting pottery, board signs, canvas painting, and lifecasting. No reservations needed, and a great place to create a souvenir!
Where: 423 N. Main St., Downtown Oshkosh, and 927 Oregon St, Oshkosh
Hours: Sunday 10-3 PM | Tuesday 12-7 PM | Wednesday 12-7 PM | Friday 12-7 PM | Saturday 10 AM-7 PM (Closed Monday & Thursday)
Price: Prices range for your special project!
Glow in the Park
What: Start your game with a stroll through the park… Watch out, though, there are surprises around every corner! You might find yourself falling into a rabbit hole, transporting you into a wonderfully whimsical world. But wait, is...is that?...YES! The carnival has come to town! Putt your way through some of your favorite carnival games with a mini golf twist before trekking your way back to reality. Come check out Oshkosh's newest mini golf course!!
Where: 300 S Koeller St STE B, Oshkosh, WI 54902
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 10 pm and Sunday 10 am to 6 pm
What: The mission of the Menominee Park Zoo is to serve the community through the exhibition of a historical collection of both native Wisconsin exotic, and domestic animals. To enrich the zoo visitor while encouraging the appreciation of animal behavior, habitat, and diversity.
Where: 520 Pratt Trail, Menominee Park, Oshkosh
2025 Season: May 24 to Sept. 28, daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Price: Free!
Oshkosh Public Museum
What: The Oshkosh Public Museum is open to the public to showcase the history of thousands of years. With a new, long-term exhibition, People of the Waters, and continuously changing exhibits such as a feature on the WWI era, the museum is both fun and educational for adults and kids.
Where: 1331 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Sunday, 1p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Price: Adults, $8 | Seniors (62+), $6 | College Students (with valid ID), $6 | Children (6 to 17), $4 | Children under 6, Free!
Oshkosh Mills Adventure Golf
What: Oshkosh Mills Adventure Golf is a destination for all ages to get outdoors and HAVE SOME FUN! Our spectacular mini golf course is scenic and challenging. Our course is surrounded by over 45,000 gallons of water, including waterfalls, streams, and rivers.
Where: Oshkosh Mill is conveniently located off the frontage road, just in front of The Outlet Shoppes of Oshkosh.
Hours: Open Daily Mon - Sunday 10 - 10
Price: 5 & under FREE | 6-12 years $9 | 13 years+ $11 | Senior Citizen & Military $9
The Paine: The Nature of Light
What: From August 1, 2025, to October 26, 2025, the Paine is hosting The Nature of Light, an immersive, nighttime experience harmonizing light, art, and nature. This mystical adventure takes visitors on a journey both inside the mansion and outdoors, spanning four acres of gardens. They wander among numerous lit vistas and sculptural displays, where they can view, touch, explore, and interact with the nature of light itself.
Where: Located at The Paine, 1410 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI 54901
Hours: Activities: Sunset- 10:30 pm Daily
Price: Sunday- Thursday $20- Adult, $12- Ages 5-17: Friday- Saturday $28- Adult, $18- Ages 5-17
EAA Aviation Museum: KidVenture
What: KidVenture Gallery links aviation's historic past with its exciting future. It is the part of the museum specifically for our younger visitors, designed to be highly interactive. The centerpiece is the Raptor Gallery, which contains 16 interactive exhibits focusing on the world's most advanced airplane, the F-22 Raptor. It includes a half-scale model of the F-22 where young people can climb into the cockpit. KidVenture also features a scenic overlook from the Tower of Flight - a stunning observation deck for viewing aerial activities at Pioneer Airport.
Where: Inside the EAA Aviation Museum | 3000 Poberezny Road Oshkosh, WI 54902
Hours: Monday-Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Price: Children (5 and under) FREE | Youth (6-18) $12.00 | Adults (19+) $12.50 | Seniors (62+) $15.00 | Family Rate $37.00 | Veterans, Active Military Personnel, and Spouses $13.00
Mineshaft
What: Check out the MultiMillion Dollar Game Room at Mineshaft Oshkosh! Play games and win prizes from their large selection of winning! After some intense games, grab a bite to eat in Wisconsin's largest and busiest restaurant!
Where: 2041 South Koeller Street, Oshkosh, WI 54902
Game Room Hours: MON - FRI: 10:00 am - Close | SAT & SUN: 9:00 am - Close *Game Room Hours May Vary
Restaurant Hours: MON - THURS 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM | FRI & SAT 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM | SUNDAY 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Price: Buy as many or as few game credits as you desire! Price varies by credit package
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