Oktoberferst DL | September 30th, 2023

Dedicated to Mark Knutson, who was instrumental in creating this logo, bringing communities together and knowing when something was worth a shot to better the lives of others.

EVENTS

MEET OUR HOSTS

COMMUNITY EVENTS

BUY TICKETS

SPONSORS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

OKTOBERFEST FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN DL

Detroit Lakes Noon Rotary is transforming downtown into Little Germany!
Saturday, September 30th from 11 am to 7 pm

Enjoy live music by Dakota Dutchmen, yodeling, a Biergarten by Bucks Mill and The Eagles, German cuisine, kids’ activities, and all the ridiculous games you can handle.
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All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit our community through Rotary projects and donations such as Dollars for Scholars, United Way, youth leadership training, community health programs, and more.

EVENTS

11 AM

Tapping of the Keg with Mayor, Matt Brenk

Main Stage

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11:30 AM

Yodeling Instruction with Blū Kanū

Main Stage

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NOON-3 PM

Kid’s Crafts, Face Painting, Games and Prizes

Games Area

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12:30 PM

Yodeling Contest with Blū Kanū

Main Stage

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1-3 PM

Accordion Music with Ethel Duenow, Kim Kratzke and Corrine Pfeifer

Main Stage

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1-4 PM

Pumpkin Carving Contest Voting

(Bring your pumpkin already carved by 1 PM)

South Fence Side

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1 PM

Stein Racing Obstacle Course

Games Area

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2-4 PM

Bavarian Bingo

The Eagles

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2 PM

Stein Holding Contest

Games Area

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2:30 PM

Sausage Toss

Games Area

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3 PM

Coronation of Oktoberfest King & Queen

For Best Costume

Main Stage

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3-6 PM

The Dakota Dutchman

Main Stage

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5 PM

Pumpkin Carving Winners Announced

Main Stage

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5 PM

Chicken Dance Competition

Main Stage

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6 PM

German Spelling Bee

Main Stage

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MEET OUR HOSTS HEINRICH & HEIDI

Also known as Andy and Sandy Lia, these two local legends have emceed Tuxes and Tails and The Splash Awards and they volunteer their time with the Big Brother Sister Program and The Patriot Dogs.

Andy, a long-time Rotarian, led an illustrious career as the Sports Director at KDLM. He's the voice that brought cheers and excitement to our local sports scene for countless seasons.

Sandy brought compassion and warmth to her 40-year role at Ecumen leading events and fundraisers. She was instrumental in the success of the "Make Our Community Alzheimer's Friendly" initiative and Playhouse 412.

Between Andy's voice and Sandy's energy, this is sure to be an event for the books.

COMMUNITY WIDE EVENTS

BOOK TICKETS NOW TO SAVE YOUR STEIN!

Tickets available online and at the gate. Only 450 steins available.

$25

Ages 21+ includes limited edition stein + FREE 1st pour

$10

Ages 13+ includes gate admission only

FREE

Kids 12 and under are free

⬇ Purchase Tickets Here ⬇‍

WE LOVE OUR SPONSORS

On behalf of Noon Rotary and their sponsors, we want to welcome you to celebrate in celebration of community, along with helping those in need. Some of those include various schools and community organizations, Dollar For Scholars & beautification projects. Hurrah!

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