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O’zapft is! The Taps Are Flowing – Welcome to Oktoberfest 2025!

Join us for an epic Barvarian Bash at Buchanan Park! 

When: Saturday, September 20, 12 PM - 4 PM
Where: Buchanan Park Ball Fields
Ages: Everyone! 

 

Stein & Shine Stage 

Schedule:

11:45 AM Gates Open

12:00 - 12:45 PM Polka Music

  • Austrian Connection Band: Walter Schwarz

12:45 - 1:15 PM German Dance Performace

  • Alpen Auerhahn

1:15 - 2:00 PM Polka Music

  • Austrian Connection Band: Walter Schwarz

2:00 - 2:30 PM German Dance Performance

  • Alpen Auerhahn

2:30 - 3:00 PM Stein Hoisting Finals

  • Adult Men
  • Adult Women
  • Youth 
  • Seniors (65+)

3:00 - 3:45 PM Polka Music

  • Austrian Connection Band: Walter Schwarz

3:45 PM Costume Contest

4:15 PM End

 

Four people in traditional Bavarian outfits on stage, smiling at the camera.
Four musicians, cheerfully posing with instruments: guitar, microphone, accordion, and contrabass, wearing Bavarian-style hats and attire.

 

Activities 

Kids Corner

  • Fun for the whole family all day! 

 

 Activities

  • Axe Throwing 
  • Giant Beer Pong
  • Red Solo Cup Games
  • Yard Games 
  • Photobooth
  • & MORE!

 

Competitions

Pre-register by September 5 to guaruntee your spot & swag!
*Limited Tickets! 

  • Stein Hoisting: Men (15-54 years old) 
  • Registration COMING SOON 
    • Comes with glass 1L filled Stein (Beer or Root beer)
    • Qualifiers at 1:00 PM in Biergarten Tent
      • Up to 5 move to the finals!

 

  • Stein Hoisting: Women (15-54 years old)
  • Registration COMING SOON
    • Qualifiers at 1:20 PM in Biergarten Tent
      • Up to 5 move to the finals!
    • Comes with glass 1L filled Stein (Beer or Root beer)

 

  • Stein Hoisting: Youth (8-14 years old recommended, 5-7 years old welcome)
  • Registration COMING SOON 
    • Qualifiers at 1:40 PM in Biergarten Tent 
      • Up to 5 move to the finals!
    • Comes with plastic 22oz filled Stein (Root beer)

 

  • Stein Hoisting: Seniors (men & women, 55+)
  • Registration COMING SOON 
    • Qualifiers at 2:00 PM in Biergarten Tent 
      • Up to 5 move to the finals!
    • Comes with  glass1L filled Stein (Beer or Root beer)

 

  • Giant Beer Pong Bracket: All ages welcome (no pre-registration)
    • Winning duo receive glass 1L Steins 
    • Comes with T-Shirt & Pitcher of Beer
    • Finals at 3:00 PM
      • Qualifying games at 12:30 PM

 

  • Long-Dog Derby
  • Registration COMING SOON 
    • Derby begins at 3:15 PM
      • Check in at 3:00 PM 
    • All participants receive bandana 
    • Winning dog receives exclusive prize basket
    • *Does not include human general entry! 

 

  • Costume Contest (no pre-registration) 
    • 3:45 PM on Stein & Shine Stage
    • Winner received exclusive prize basket
    • Judged by Audience Applause!
BEER! 

Beer Details Coming Soon! 

FOOD! 
  • Andy's Scratch Kitchen:
    • Brats
    • Pretzels
    • Streudel
    • & more!
       
  • Slife's Devil Dogs & Shaved Ice:
    • Hotdogs
    • Burgers
    • Shaved Ice
    • & more!
       
  • Rocky Mountain Wraps
  • Mile High Tikka Express

 

 Sponsors!

Interested in helping make it happen? 
Fill out this form: SPONSOR FORM
 

Volunteers!

Interested in running a competition, helping at check in, or supervising an activity?
All Volunteers get a T-Shirt and unlimited Root beer! 
Fill out this form: VOLUNTEER FORM
These day-of roles are 3.5 hours long (guarantee 1.5 hours to enjoy the event) may include handing out steins and swag, serving drinks (must be TIPS certified), supporting event  or competition check ins.
If you would  like to Volunteer for the ECO Hubs to help us manage event waste, please use this Sign Up:
ECO Hub Volunteer Form
 

Vendors! 

Interested in marketing your business, being a food or beverage vendor, or selling other goods?
Fill out this form: VENDOR APPLICATION

Food Vendors Sold Out

Thank you to our Event Sponsors: 

 

Giant Beer Pong Competition Sponsor: 

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