You can enjoy live bands at Winkler’s Westward Ho, Revs Bowl Bar & Grill, and Oshkosh Country Club.
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- Oshkosh offers a variety of New Year’s Eve events for both families and adults.
- Family-friendly activities include events at the public library, the YMCA and a Harlem Globetrotters game.
- Adults can enjoy live music, drink specials and trivia at numerous local bars and clubs.
- Several venues will feature complimentary champagne toasts to ring in the new year.
OSHKOSH – Three words: New. Year’s. Eve.
Yup, it’s about that time where we ring in another year, and what better way to celebrate the dawn of 2026 than in Wisconsin’s “Event City.”
From drinks to dunks and every other type of shots, here’s a look at what Oshkosh has on offer for New Year’s Eve.
Noon Year’s Eve at Oshkosh Public Library
Ring in the New Year 12 hours early with a special balloon drop at noon at the Oshkosh Public Library’s Noon Year’s Eve event.
The program runs from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 31 with food, beverages, crafts and lots of family fun at OPL’s 106 Washington Ave. location.
Harlem Globetrotters at Oshkosh Arena
The world’s greatest basketball show returns to Oshkosh when the Harlem Globetrotters bring their 100 Year Tour to Oshkosh Arena at 2 p.m. Dec. 31.
As part of the celebration recognizing the world’s most famous exhibition team, the Globetrotters will debut their new 100-year jerseys against age old rivals Washington Generals in a showcase that will also feature Spalding’s Golden Basketball, pre-game Magic Pass experiences and a free fifth-quarter autograph session.
Lucky patrons will be allowed to join the team on the court for warmups as part of a Celebrity Court Pass. Tickets are on sale at harlemglobetrotters.com and Ticketmaster.
New Year’s Eve Family Night at the Y
The 20th Avenue YMCA is hosting a New Year’s Eve Family Night from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 31 with a host of family-friendly activities.
Swimming, soccer, ice skating and basketball will be featured before the night culminates with a massive balloon drop.
Admission is free for Y members and $10 for other community patrons.
Celebration of Lights at EAA
Close out 2025 with the closing night of the Celebration of Lights at 1858 Nuentefufel Ave.
A tradition in the Oshkosh community, this year’s spectacle features more than 1 million lights in dozens of dazzling displays with Christmas trees and visits from Santa Claus for the kids.
Celebration of Lights goes from 5:30 to 9 p.m., with a $20 charge per carload. There is a $5 discount for patrons making donations.
Dublin’s Irish Pub
Enjoy $35 all-you-can-drink starting at 6 p.m. at Dublin’s Irish Pub, 2070 W. Ninth Ave.
Patrons will be treated to appetizers and a champagne toast at midnight.
Fork In the Road at Winkler’s Westward Ho
Get your fill of country and classic rock with Fork In The Road band from 6 p.m. Dec. 31 to 12:30 a.m. Jan. 1 at Winkler’s Westward Ho, 4905 County Highway S.
The band will be playing classics from Johnny Cash, Fleetwood Mac, Old Dominion, LeeAnn Rimes, Lainey Wilson, Brooks and Dunn, and Billy Joel.
New Year’s Eve at Anjie’s Bar
Enjoy two separate toasts for a New Year’s Eve party at Anjie’s Bar, 413 Ohio St.
Champagne, snacks and party hats will be served at 6 p.m. and then again at midnight.
Trivia night at Game Time
Game Time Sports Bar at 2836 Fond du Lac Road will stage a 40-question “Best of 2025 Trivia” starting at 6:30 p.m.
The top three teams will win gift cards and special New Year’s prizes while drinks and food are offered all night.
Star Six Nine at Revs Bowl Bar & Grill
Enjoy a private bar room event with Star Six Nine when Revs Bowl Bar & Grill hosts its New Year’s Eve party at 275 N. Washburn St.
Patrons are required to purchase e-tickets online at https://www.ticketsource.com/revs, with a maximum 175 tickets being sold.
The bar room opens at 7 p.m. with light snacks and a cash bar before Star Six Nine is scheduled to take the stage at 9 p.m. A champagne toast will be held at midnight before pizza is served.
Copper Box at Oshkosh Country Club
Copper Box is set to play live music for Oshkosh Country Club’s New Year’s Eve celebration at 11 W. Ripple Ave. on Dec. 31.
Cocktail hour starts at 8 p.m. before the band takes the stage an hour later. There will be a complimentary champagne toast at 11:30 p.m.
New Year’s Eve at Electric Lounge
Electric Lounge, 402 E. Parkway Ave., will be a hosting a free New Year’s Eve party from 7 p.m. Dec. 31 to 4:30 a.m. Jan. 1.
Music starts at 8 p.m. and the event will feature a champagne toast around midnight.
‘Midnight’ at Flights
Flights Wine and Cocktail Club will have a countdown every hour on Dec. 31 starting from 9 p.m. to midnight for its “Midnight” event at 607 S. Main St.
Each countdown features “fun prizes and surprizes” as patrons are treated to sparkling cocktails and wine flights. Reservations are not required.
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