Good morning, Oshkosh.

Day 3 of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh brought aviation fans to workshops on building custom planes while enduring nearly 100-degree heat—many used water stations and cooling centers to stay safe.

Experienced builders like Dan Loegering and Richard VanGrunsven explained that assembling kit planes takes about 2,000 hours of work.

At EAA AirVenture, hundreds of fans waited over one hour on July 21 to tour Pratt & Whitney’s 747SP, a historic plane known as the (Queen of the Skies) that helped change air travel.

Pratt & Whitney said the plane is one of only two still able to fly and features a fifth engine used for testing in real conditions.

Two people were injured in a three-vehicle crash on I-41 near WIS 26 on July 23 — one of the vehicles was a motorhome — and southbound lanes closed for about an hour while both injured were taken to a local hospital for treatment with non-life threatening injuries.

At EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on July 23, Gabrielle Martin detailed her late father's difficult journey to become one of the first Black US military pilots, noting he survived being shot down over Yugoslavia and hid in enemy territory for six weeks.

Her remarks stressed his World War II service and his later work to open doors for Black aviators—an enduring part of his legacy.

General Douglas MacArthur’s personal Lockheed Constellation—built in 1948 and used in World War II and the Korean War—has been restored and is now on display at EAA AirVenture where visitors can view its original design with modern updates.

On July 23, the 72nd EAA AirVenture fly-in and convention took place at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh—photos showed both vintage and modern aircraft with visitors using umbrellas in the drizzle.

The display featured historical planes including a 1933 Curtiss Wright Travel Air and the Goodyear Blimp.

Flags across Wisconsin will fly half-staff today from sunrise to sunset in honor of Amie Sue Lee— a Van Dyne firefighter who died from complications of injuries sustained on duty last month.

Service for Lee will be held in Oshkosh— a tribute arranged by local officials.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

2:30-6:30 p.m. — Eaa Airventure — Admission fee varies — Experience thrilling aerobatic performances and captivating night shows at this premier aviation event.

Cars on the Island

8 AM - 3 PM — Lakeside Park — $5 vehicle entry — Enjoy a classic car show with music, food, and prizes benefiting a local charity.

Winnebago County Fair 2025

5:00 AM – 4:59 AM — Winnebago County Fair — Check website for entry fees — Experience carnival lights and action-packed nights at this family-friendly event.

Vic Ferrari Live Concert

5:45-7:15 p.m. — Leach Amphitheater — $10-$20 — Experience an authentic theatrical Earth, Wind & Fire show with Vic Ferrari and the Rose Canyon Band.

Ice Hawks Golf Outing 2025

9 AM – 2 PM — Far Vu Golf Course — $81.88 — Enjoy a fun-filled 4 player golf scramble sponsored by local businesses.

XRoads41 Music Festival

7 p.m. — Oshkosh, WI — Ticket prices vary — A vibrant celebration of music, art, and community in the heart of summer.

Loverboy Live Concert

5:45-7:15 p.m. — Leach Amphitheater — $20 General Admission, $50 VIP — Experience a live performance by Loverboy at an outdoor venue with great ambiance.

Oshkosh's Funniest Comedian - Preliminary Round 4

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Voting encouraged — Local comedians compete for the title of Oshkosh's Funniest in this lively comedy showdown.

Frootenanny Hootenanny

12-8 p.m. — Fifth Ward Brewing Company — $75.00 — Celebrate with new frooted sours, music, and fun activities at this brewing extravaganza.

Zakk Abitz Live Performance

2-5 p.m. — Sometimes at Pioneer Island — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Zakk Abitz amidst the scenic backdrop of Pioneer Island.