The Holiday Season is here, and we are ready to celebrate!
Be sure to pick up some world-famous chocolates at Hughes Chocolates and Oaks Candy. How about some fabulous craft beer at Wagner Market in Downtown Oshkosh, or check out a delicious wine selection at Gardina's Market. Support local and purchase beer from one of our local breweries. So many sweets to treat everyone on your list, check out Tamara's the Cake Guru, Caramel Crisp Cafe, OshPop, and more!
The Oshkosh Farmers Market has moved inside at the Oshkosh Convention Center and at the Oshkosh Arena.
Oshkosh Convention Center (located at 2 N. Main St.) -- 2024 dates: November 22, December 13 -- 2025 dates: January 3, 17, February 24th.
Oshkosh Arena (located at 1212 S. Main St.)-- 2025 dates: November 15th, December 20, February 7, March 14, 28, and April 4, 18.
Shop local this holiday season & be sure to check out awesome dining options in Oshkosh, including dine-in, carry out & delivery!
Check out these great events happening this season that will turn any Grinch into a believer. Come for the day or stay awhile at one of many lodging options in Oshkosh!
Nutcracker in the Castle
Now - January 5th, 2025
The Paine Art Center and Gardens invites you to journey through the “castle”, elegantly decorated to tell the beloved Nutcracker fairytale. The tale will be revealed as you venture through each room and be dazzled by the sights and sounds that will instantly make you feel like you’re in the fairytale yourself. From the opening party scene to the Land of the Sweets, come and follow the adventure of Clara and the Nutcracker Prince. Learn more here!
Oshkosh Celebration of Lights
November 28th - December 31st
Celebration of Lights has been an Oshkosh tradition for many years - now at the beautiful EAA Grounds. This light show attracts thousands of vehicles each year with families who come to be amazed by 1.2 miles of twinkling holiday sights and sounds. Expect to see a 100-foot tree, 120-plus trees filled with lights, sculptured scenes, animated light displays, special event nights, wagon rides, and so much more! Santa will be visiting on selected dates, delivering presents with his reindeer. Community Nights offer free admission for guests, so make sure to check out the calendar and see when those dates will be. Otherwise, general admission is $20.00 per carload with a $5 off when you bring a sealed hygiene item or a non-perishable in-date donation. Plan your visit here!
There is so much to celebrate this Holiday season, so make sure to follow along at DiscoverOshkosh.com and tag us in your Oshkosh adventures on Facebook and Instagram.
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