Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Four days of boating excitement!
Join the thrilling world of Bago Big Bet Poker Run in beautiful Oshkosh, Wisconsin – where adrenaline meets the serene waters of Lake Winnebago! This event promises a heart-pounding combination of high-stakes poker, breathtaking boat display and a dazzling boat parade that will make waves.
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Event Highlights
Join us for a premier boating experience -- the "Bago Big Bet", brought to you by Offshore Wench. Featuring a jam-packed weekend of adrenaline and fun at the birthplace of high horsepower and Mercury Racing's backyard testing grounds -- Lake Winnebago!
Poker Run
Wisconsin in June is some of the best boating in the country - calm waters, sunny skies and checkpoints that bring the fun on Lake Winnebago! Hop aboard your boat and collect your poker cards along the way.
Boat Show & Parade
Join us for a boat parade that transforms Main Street in Oshkosh into a nautical spectacle! Admire the procession of decked-out boats, each telling its own story through creative decorations and enthusiastic participants.
Registration Info
We are all about community involvement and we want to showcase this amazing event to as many people as we can; however, some portions of this event require registration are considered private.
The poker run is exclusive for registered guests only. All boats with a variety of power are welcome to attend! All parties must be registered and paid for online prior to event start. Money will not be accepted at check-in.
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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! EMAIL SHANNON WITH ANY QUESTIONS!
Event Agenda
6 / 25
Wednesday
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Mercury Racing Factory Experience
Transportation will be provided from the Oshkosh Waterfront Hotel to the Mercury Racing factory in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The event will feature a behind-the-scenes tour of the facility. We will gather for great food, music and fun following the tour! Party location TBD.
6 / 26
Thursday
10:00 AM - Optional Lunch Run
Depart Oshkosh via boat for Fremont. This optional lunch run is brought to you by Hansen's Heavy Hauling.
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3:00 PM - Line up for boat parade
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4:00 PM - Boat Parade
The boat parade will take place in beautiful downtown Oshkosh, bringing the community together to celebrate high horsepower! Boats will remain on display for the general public. Time for stereo wars and prizes for best decorated boat will be awarded.
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​7:30 PM - Welcome Party @ Fox River Brewing Company
Complete your registration and enjoy cocktails with friends as we kickoff the "Bet" in style! Grab your goodie bags, boat numbers, rekindle old friendships and make new ones. Full menu will be available.
6 / 27
Friday
9:00 AM - Captains' Meeting
Mandatory Captain's breakfast meeting at the convention center in the hotel. All crew welcome.
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11:00 AM - Start Your Engines - Part 1 of the Run
The Run will take place over two days, weather permitting. This will allow for a more relaxed and enjoyable weekend on the water. ​
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3:00 PM - Sandbar Spree at Streich's
Details TBD.
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Friday evening is "player's choice" - enjoy all that Oshkosh has to offer including great restaurants, taverns and attractions.
6 / 28
Saturday
​11:00 AM - Start Your Engines - Part 2 of the Run
The Run will take place over two days, weather permitting. This will allow for a more relaxed and enjoyable weekend on the water. ​
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6:00 PM - Card Draw
Join us for the official card draw followed by cocktail hour and appetizers at The Howard, a distinctive historic venue you won't want to miss.
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7:00 PM - Dinner and Live Auction
The main event ... our live auction benefits K9s for Warriors. Our 2025 goal is to raise funds for dogs that support our hometown heroes.
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9:00 PM - Bowling
Bowl the historic lanes of The Howard! This was a huge hit last year so we are bringing it back for 2025!
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Complete the form to send us an email for more information about registration or becoming a sponsor!
We have many sponsorships packages available - large and small! Be a part of this fun community event.
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For volunteer opportunities - groups or individuals, please contact our volunteer coordinator Kristina for information on both!
Phone: 262.349.1400
Meet your host
Offshore Wench, LLC
An experienced go-fast powerboat-event organizer, Shannon Higgins, owner at Offshore Wench, is producing this fun community event.
