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
*Book a Bouquet Workshop with Friends!*
Book a fun and memorable floral workshop with The Bloomtique - perfect for prom season! This 1.5-hour experience includes a curated selection of stems in focal, secondary, filler, and greenery categories. Groups can even request specific color palettes to match their prom looks. Using a simple formula, each participant will create a custom bouquet that reflects their personal style. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided during the workshop!
The cost is $225 for up to four people, with an additional $50 per person beyond that. It’s a creative and fun way to make lasting memories with friends before a special night! To book a day/time with Gena - email gena@bloomtiquefarm.com.
10 Places to take Prom Pictures in Oshkosh
1. Beckets
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
2. 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
3. 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.
4. Fox River Brewing Company
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
5. The Grand Oshkosh
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.
6. Menominee Park
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.
7. 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.
8. The Oshkosh Public Museum
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.
9. South Park
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!
10. Greetings from Oshkosh Mural
Add a bold, artistic flair to your prom photos with the iconic Greetings from Oshkosh Mural painted on the side of The Roxy Supper Club in Downtown Oshkosh. Featuring vibrant colors and a modern design that celebrates the city's spirit, this mural makes for a fun and eye-catching backdrop. After snapping your pics, head inside for a classic supper club dinner—perfect for prom night! Reservations recommended: (920) 231-1980.
Photo Credit: Mamee Laufer and Art Eichmann
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!
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