Good morning, Oshkosh.

Oshkosh residents and visitors have many ways to beat the heat this summer with pools, splash pads, beaches, and lakes available throughout the area.

Pollock Community Water Park offers pool fun and yoga sessions on Aug 8, 15 and 22 while facilities like South Park Splash Pad and YMCA centers set clear hours for safe, local recreation — ensuring cooling options close to home.

Saturday morning, fire crews responded to a house fire in the Town of Clayton at 9:35 a.m.—they discovered one man dead as they worked to suppress the blaze and began investigating the cause.

A man was found dead after a fire engulfed a Clayton home Saturday morning around 9:35 a.m. on Oakridge Road — multiple agencies including Oshkosh Fire Department and others responded to the blaze and are investigating the cause — with his identity withheld.

A new Bankrate study set to be released Monday ranks Wisconsin 8th among the 10 best states for retirees in 2025 based on affordability, safety, health care, and local taxes.

The report also places states like New Hampshire and Maine in the top ranks while Florida falls to 41st overall.

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.

HAPPY HOUR HEROES Live Music Event

6-9 p.m. — Dockside Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy live music from HAPPY HOUR HEROES while relaxing by the water.