Graduates – congratulations on your accomplishments! While your family is in town for UW Oshkosh Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 17, 2025 and Fox Valley Technical College Spring Commencement on Sunday, May 18th - make sure to take advantage of all that Oshkosh has to offer and visit all of the best spots! Bond with your loved ones while sharing classic “college” experiences with them. Need overnight accommodations, we've got you covered!
Eat out!
Reservations are always a great idea, but especially great over graduation weekend! Check out all of our amazing Oshkosh restaurants - & you can even try out TJ's Harbor Restaurant wood fire pizza that is now available and for drinks they have you covered with a Bloody Mary Flight that is just available on the weekends!
Cheers to Oshkosh Beer
Stop at one of our fabulous breweries and celebrate your success! Enjoy a craft brew at Fifth Ward Brewing Company (owned by two UW Oshkosh alum!), Fox River Brewing Company, and Bare Bones Brewery - all in Oshkosh!
Or head to our local distillery, Sturgeon Spirits, or get a taste of an urban cidery with Sunken Paddle Ciderworks! Looking for a chill spot to enjoy a nice glass of wine? Visit the new Flights Wine & Cocktail Club on South Main St, and hop over the bridge to Gardina's Kitchen and Wine Bar on North Main St in Downtown Oshkosh!
Head to Downtown Oshkosh
Take your cap & gown pics on campus and then head down to historic Downtown Oshkosh and grab some amazing shots---you definitely need one in front of the Oshkosh mural on the side of the New Moon Cafe! (be sure to tag us on Facebook & Instagram!) While you are downtown you can shop, eat and drink to your heart's content! Learn more about our local Downtown Oshkosh businesses here.
Looking for a FUN Activity or Two!?
Book some indoor golf time at the new X-Golf Oshkosh, Fairways on Main, Clubhouse Indoor Golf & Bar in Oshkosh, Glow in the Park Indoor Mini Golf, or if the weather permits, check out our AMAZING golf courses throughout the Oshkosh area!
Get creative! Test your luck of escaping at Escape Oshkosh, paint a memory at the Fire Escape, or book a cookie decorating class with the Frosted Bee!
Beauty awaits at the Paine Art Center & Gardens (and, p.s. the Weaving a Legacy: Ho-Chunk Black Ash Basketry exhibition is on display!) and then head across the street to the Oshkosh Public Museum. If you are into aviation, you must visit the EAA Aviation Museum!
Don't leave Oshkosh without an amazing treat! We have a full list here that includes amazing cupcakes, cookies, 2 drive-ins and more! Or stop for a cup coffee at one of these great coffee stops!
Have the best weekend in Oshkosh & be sure to share your graduation fun with us on Facebook & Instagram!
Stay the night in Oshkosh—click here for overnight options!