Winnebago County leaders hold a ribbon-cutting July 29, 2026, to mark the completion of the Sunnyview Expo Center West Campus Improvement Project in Oshkosh. PC: Fox 11 Online
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — The Winnebago County Parks Department held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate completing improvements to the Sunnyview Expo Center West Campus in Oshkosh.
Construction began in August 2025 and wrapped up earlier this month. It was intended to fix recurring drainage issues at the site and make improvements.
According to the parks department the following were addressed:
- Reconfigured parking lots to improve flow and create a better space for the numerous events hosted each year
- Resolved drainage issues around the parking lot and expo building
- Added retention pond
- Upgraded lighting throughout the parking lot
- Expanded gravel overflow parking and space for campers
- Improved wayfinding from County Road Y and within the Sunnyview Expo Center property
- Upgraded electric capacity for camping and other event use
- Installed historic Winnebago County Fair arch
“Whether you’re here for the County Fair, Lifest, a horse show, or one of the many community events held throughout the year, the improvements made throughout this facility work better for everyone,” said Winnebago County Executive Gordon Hintz. “Just as importantly this project was completed on time and on budget.”
Park leadership says the improvements were necessary because the expo center is used year-round, not just during fair season.
The ribbon cutting came the same day as the kickoff to the 2026 Winnebago County Fair.
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