Sunnyview Expo Parking Lot Improvement Project: Construction on the main parking lot at Sunnyview will begin in August. If you have questions about the project or how it might influence your event, please contact our Expo Manager at 920-232-1942 or rhelms@winnebagocountywi.gov. View the Sunnyview Expo Parking Lot Improvement Plan.
The Sunnyview Exposition Center is located on approximately two hundred acres north of Oshkosh and only ten miles south of Neenah. The site hosts a variety of events including horse shows, festivals, trade shows, meetings/training, County Fair, and Lifest.
The 31,000 sq. ft. Expo building is the largest indoor, year-round facility of its type in the area. It can be divided into three sections to encompass exhibits and seminars with a ticket office, show office, and kitchen. Wedding receptions, meetings, training sessions, and many other annual events take place within the Expo.
The covered arena is a 48,000 sq. ft. facility that can host anything from horse and livestock shows to dog agility events and music festivals. There are no other facilities like it between Madison and Escanaba. Five Barns provide support for the covered arena as well as play host to other types of events. Other support facilities include a toilet/shower facility with exterior wash racks for livestock, a food court building, and an RV waste dumping station. There is electrical and primitive camping, an outdoor show arena, a large stage pad, and abundant parking areas.
Sunnyview Stadium is a large, open event area that can host 30,000+ in front of a state-of-the-art performance stage, with support facilities including a concessions stand, ticket office, restrooms, and a grandstand that can seat 4,600 people.
What's happening at Sunnyview? Check out the Sunnyview Expo Center Event Calendar.
CAMPING
Current camping availability open to the public at Sunnyview:
- EAA AirVenture: camping available July 20-27, 2025
Stay when you want... no minimum night stay requirements!
Go to our reservation portal to reserve a campsite. View the camping regulations.
Unless stated above, the Winnebago County Parks Department does NOT offer public camping. Camping is typically only offered during special events, by the event organizer. Please, contact the event organizer to reserve campsites for events such as Lifest, County Fair, Horse Shows, etc.
RENTAL FEE SCHEDULE
View the Sunnyview Expo Rental Fee Schedule.
- All rates shown are per-day rates unless otherwise noted as per event.
- Balance is due on the first set-up day or as determined by individual contracts.
- Non-profit group pricing for Winnebago County 4H and Winnebago County Farm Bureau for the food court building only.
- Exclusive license-holding sponsors are noted on the Parks Department homepage, certain restrictions may apply.
- All contracts include up to two days of set-up and one day of take-down free of charge.
- Legal Status of Out of State Lessees: LESSEE will warrant that it has complied with all necessary requirements to do business in the State of Wisconsin, that the persons executing the agreement on its behalf are authorized to do so, and, if a corporation, that the name and address of LESSEE'S registered agent is as set forth under the heading REGISTERED AGENT on the agreement.
- Class B liquor licenses only. A temporary permit must be obtained through the City of Oshkosh.
- Liability insurance certificates are required for all LESSEES.
EXPOSITION BUILDING
Center Hall (Stevenson Hall)
Approximately 20,800 sq. ft., with entranceway foyer, 30' vaulted ceiling, and ticket office area. 2,875-person capacity.
West Wing
Approximately 5,280 sq. ft., all clear span. Adjacent restrooms allow for stand-alone use. Kitchenette area with sink. 861-person capacity.
South Wing
Approximately 5,360 sq. ft., all clear span and carpeted. Several options are available for partitioning into subsections. Kitchenette area with sink. 758-person capacity.
Overhead Doors
14' high x 12' wide (Center Hall), plus, 11' high x 11' wide (West Wing).
Kitchen
Located in Center Hall, standard size stove/refrigerator, upright beverage cooler, 10' long x 3 1/2' wide serving counter, four compartment sink, multiple electrical outlets, and ample cabinet space.
Public Address System
A public address system is available throughout the building with separate channels for wings. Must rent ticket office to include in use.
Square Footage and Capacity
Total useable square footage - approximately 31,440
Total capacity of Expo - 4,400 people
Expo Building Maps: Sunnyview Expo Center Grounds Map, Sunnyview Expo Building w/ Dimensions, 10x10 Booths Expo Building
Expo Grounds Map: Expo Grounds w/ Dimensions
BARN FACILITIES
All barns have asphalt walkways and driveways, electricity, drinking fountains, and hose bibs. Lower-level windows and roof "windows" provide good cross ventilation.
Barn A
144 x 60 enclosed - 8,640 sq. ft., 24 x 60 canopy on the west and a 136 x 60 canopy on the east. There is a concrete floor in the enclosed section.
Map: Barn A, Barn A: Overhang
Barn A - Addition
60 x 112 enclosed - clear span, gravel floor.
Map: Barn A: Extension
Barn B
160 x 60 enclosed - 9,600 sq. ft., 24 x 60 canopy on the west. There is a gravel floor in the whole area. Partitioned down the middle with a stockade wall.
Map: Barn B
Barn C
160 x 60 open barn with corral-type siding - 9,600 sq. ft., 24 x 60 canopy on the west. There is a gravel floor in the whole area.
Map: Barn C: Layout of County-Owned Stalls
Barn D
160 x 60 open barn with corral-type siding - 9,600 sq. ft., 24 x 60 canopy on the west. There is a gravel floor in the whole area.
Map: Barn D: Layout of County-Owned Stalls
Barn E
112 x 60 enclosed - 6,720 sq. ft., 24 x 60 canopy on the south. There is a concrete floor in the enclosed section.
Map: Barn E
OTHER FACILITIES
Food Court
64' x 60' outside, food prep area - 32' x 30', freezer/refrigerator, ample electrical outlets, sinks, and 6 service windows.
Grandstand & Sunnyview Stadium
Seating for approximately 4,400 people is available in the half-covered/half-uncovered facility. Toilet facilities are located below the seating area on the east side and in the center. There are ample electrical outlets scattered throughout the area under the grandstand to allow for vendor setup, along with a permanent concession stand and ticket booth area. The large event area by the grandstand features a permanent stage and can host 30,000.
Toilet/Shower Building
This building is conveniently located near the barn complex. The building has showers, toilet facilities, and wash racks and is ADA-accessible.
Covered Arena
This facility is located on the eastern side of the grounds. The overall arena is 150' wide x 320' long. The large show ring (150' W x 220' L) and smaller holding corral (150' W x 80' L) are both located under the vaulted roof. There is bleacher seating for 600 with an adjacent parking lot for 60 cars. The arena also contains a registration office with a private restroom, roll-up windows, and a support room. There is a sound system with mics. The announcer stand is also portable. A drag is provided for use only in this arena, along with ample water hook up, and a water wagon.
Outdoor Arena
A large ring with a holding corral is located north of barn A. The ring has a 150 x 220 competition corral, and an 80 x 150 holding corral. The competition corral is lighted. Limited bleacher seating is available at the ring with a separate P.A. System hook-up.
Expo Grounds Electric Maps: 11 Acres, Barn E, Gardenview Electrical, Grandstand (East & West), Parking Lot 2 Camping, Parking Lot 3 Camping, Parking Lot 4 Camping
LODGING OPTIONS
Need a place to stay during your event? The Sunnyview Expo Center has multiple hotel partners offering special discounts and group rates.
Check out these options in the Oshkosh area (mileage to Sunnyview listed by each place):
- Baymont Inn (10.5 miles) - $95 a night, except for the month of July (call hotel directly) 920-426-2885
- Cobblestone Suites (10.7 miles) - 10% off Nightly Rate (call hotel directly) 920-303-1133, mention code: Sunnyview
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Oshkosh (9.1 miles)
- Hilton Garden Inn (10.7 miles) - 7% off Nightly Rate, Corporate Code (use in Hilton Honors App): 3205352, 920-966-1300
- Holiday Inn Express (6.8 miles) – 15% off Nightly Rate (call hotel directly) 920-303-1300
- Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront Hotel (5.4 miles) - 15% off Nightly Rate
- TJ's Destination Oshkosh (mileage varies) - Promo code here!
- Tru by Hilton (7 miles) – 15% off Nightly Rate (call hotel directly) 920-891-8300
PARKING ACCOMMODATIONS
There is more than adequate parking available on the site. The main lot near the Expo building is asphalt, and the overflow parking area to the southwest of the main lot is gravel, and grass areas are also available.
The main parking lot area will accommodate approximately 1,200 cars.
Overflow parking is also available south of Barn D and there is exhibitor parking east of the barns. All parking areas are shared.
OUT-OF-STATE RESERVATIONS
Corporations
If a corporation from another state wants to make a reservation, some additional information is needed:
Is the corporation registered to do business in Wisconsin?
- If yes - Name of Resident Agent (must sign contract).
- If no - Registration with the Secretary of State is necessary before any business can be transacted.
Non-Corporation Business
If the business is not a corporation, a contract is made with the individual d/b/a (name of the business).
WINTER STORAGE AT SUNNYVIEW
The Sunnyview Expo offers outdoor storage for cars, trucks, motorcycles/ATVs, boats, campers and RVs. Storage is available from November 15 to April 15.
Learn more about winter storage at Sunnyview. Want to store something at Sunnyview? Fill out the storage application and email to rhelms@winnebagocountywi.gov.
SUNNYVIEW ADDRESS
Find the Sunnview Expo Center on Google Maps - 500 E. County Road Y, Oshkosh, WI 54901