Good morning, Oshkosh.

On June 25, volunteers began transforming Boeing Plaza on the EAA grounds for AirVenture 2026, setting up tents and unpacking merchandise.

The 6,000 helpers, including longtime volunteer Jonathon McKenzie from Menasha, worked to launch the airshow preparations ahead of public events.

The 52nd Annual Oneida Nation Pow Wow began Friday night with an eagle release and continues today at Norbert Hill Center with dance competitions, a drum contest and vendors.

Admission is $15 for the weekend or $10 per day, with free entry for young children and seniors.

DSPS distributed $38,181,592 from the Fire Dues program to hundreds of fire departments in Northeast Wisconsin, a 6% increase from last year's payments, and DSPS Secretary Dan Hereth said the funds boost community safety plus improve emergency readiness.

ThedaCare in Neenah is the first in northeast Wisconsin to secure the Da Vinci SP robotic surgery system, which uses a single small incision for complex procedures+ it aims to ease pain and hospital stays.

First surgeries were done earlier this month.

Oshkosh's Funniest Comedian Preliminary Round 3

7-9 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Admission varies — Experience a night of laughter as local comedians compete for the title of Oshkosh's Funniest Comedian.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026: Aviation Education Programs

9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — EAA Aviation Museum — Registration Required — Dive into engaging classes on aerodynamics, navigation, and weather at this premier aviation event.

EAA Airventure Oshkosh 2026

3:30-7:30 AM — EAA Airventure Grounds — WINGS credit available — Learn preflight briefing scenarios and weather decision points to enhance aviation safety.

Craft Swap

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Free entry — Swap your unwanted craft supplies for new treasures or browse library materials.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026

8 a.m. – 10 p.m. — EAA Aviation Museum — Free for youths 18 and younger — Experience the world's greatest aviation celebration with thrilling air shows and engaging workshops.

Richard's School of the Dance 78th Open House

4:30-7 p.m. — Richard's School of the Dance — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the 78th dance season with a community open house event.