September 27 & 28, 2024
Lauridsen Amphitheater
Water Works Park
prost! And welcome.
Celebrate Oktoberfest traditions in true German style at Des Moines’ 20th Annual Oktoberfest in beautiful Water Works Park.
You bring the dirndl and lederhosen, we’ll supply the Bavarian beers, ‘kraut and everything you need to get into the spirit.
Yes, there’s lotS of beer. plus so much more.
Beer
First we tap the golden keg. Then start sipping, 'cause there are a lot of German beers for you to try.
Music
Polkas over here, German drinking songs over there. Festive live music will accompany you all weekend.
Games
We’ll have all your favorite German games including Koenigschlagen, stein pong, cornhole (mais loch) & more!
Food
Bratwurst, schnitzel, pork, oh my! Give all the traditional German dishes a try. And don’t forget your pretzel necklace!
Competitions
Prepare your arms! The Stein Holding {Masskrugstemmen} Contest and Bier Maiden competitions will test your talents.
Silent Disco
Perhaps its origins aren’t entirely Bavarian, but our silent disco is sure to be authentically FUN.
Get tickets and grab
your lederhosen!
