Today we’re sharing 10 spots around Oshkosh that are perfect for prom pictures! These beautiful places around town will make the perfect backdrop for your group, couple, and solo photos!
Mamee Laufer of Frame Me by Mamee gives her top 5 tips for great Prom Pics!
- Scout location beforehand
- Choose outdoor background (natural lighting is best) avoid harsh sunlight
- One camera at a time
- Keep the poses simple
- Photos should be full of fun and laughter
10 Places to take Prom Pictures in Oshkosh
Enjoy a lovely meal and head outside to take a few photos along the riverwalk near Beckets. Prom dinner reservations are recommended at this waterfront restaurant! (920) 230-3333
Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center
Located in Downtown Oshkosh along the Fox River, the Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center is a great spot for photos. If you’re looking for indoor photo options - be sure to check out the Skywalk connecting the hotel to the convention center. Check out the hotel lobby and grab a few pictures in front of the Anchor and Port restaurant along the river!
Make your dinner reservations at Anchor & Port, which is the new restaurant attached to the hotel! (920) 230-6300
The Daisy Mural in Downtown Oshkosh
Allow for a more unique look to your prom picture featuring local artist work! Located at 440 N Main St, snap your photos alongside this beautiful mural and walk down the street for a bite to eat at one of the many downtown restaurants.
Make a reservation at Fox River Brewing Company and enjoy some delicious crunch tenders before heading to the outdoor patio for an awesome picture backdrop! Prom dinner reservations recommended - (920) 232-2337
The Grand Oshkosh is a premier, entertainment and performing arts venue in downtown Oshkosh.The exterior of the Grand is an awesome spot for photos - be sure to check out the popular front steps as well as the alleyway and back of the building! Take a few more photos with the unique brick exteriors of the many downtown shops as your backdrop. If you're interested in taking pictures INSIDE the theater, there is a usage fee of $100/hour (standard photo shoot rates). Please contact: Shawna at shawnat@thegrandoshkosh.org to reserve a time.
Menominee Park is one of Oshkosh’s largest parks making it the perfect spot for prom photos! Be sure to check out the entire eastern side of the park, which is bordered by beautiful Lake Winnebago.
The Paine Art Center and Gardens
Prom photography is allowed 11:00 AM–3:45 PM in the gardens only. (No photos inside the mansion.)
Paying admission is appreciated. You can pay admission in advance by making a reservation online at thepaine.org or visiting the front desk of the mansion.
After 4:00 PM, prom-goers may shoot photos at the Paine Prairie Woodlands, which features natural scenery and a humongous oak tree across the street from the mansion. Park along Arboretum Drive, where you’ll find a safe path entrance across the street from Fox River Brewing Company’s overflow parking lot.
Please note: If a private rental is scheduled, the Paine is not able to accommodate prom photography during the time the rental is occurring.
Enjoy the classic Oshkosh prom pictures in front of the museum. Offers a beautiful historic building from 1908 to create timeless prom photos! Fitting for very big groups.
No reservations required. Although visitors are not able to come into the building, any outdoor space is fair game for photos.
Take your prom photos at South Park, one of Oshkosh’s oldest Parks. With three large lagoons, a beautiful stone bridge, and wide open space - this public park is a great place for outdoor photos!
Located on Lake Winnebago, this waterfront venue is the perfect location for prom photos! Any pictures can be taken outside of The Waters, except on April 30th, 2022 and May 21st, 2022 when the grounds will be closed for special events.
Keep watch of the weather forecast before pictures. If outdoor locations don't work many local restaurants and businesses offer nice backdrops with fitting aesthetics that are great for prom pictures!
Don’t forget to print your photos! Have the best weekend in Oshkosh & be sure to share your fun photos with Discover Oshkosh on Facebook and Instagram for a chance to be featured!
Photo Credits: Mamee Laufer
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