It's time to dig out your Dirndls and Lederhosen... Oktoberfest is here all around the world! Eau Claire's love for beer shines throughout this season as a variety of celebrations pop up in the area. Get your hands on a stein full of Oktoberfest beer accompanied by pretzels, brats, sauerkraut, and Bavarian music, and discover Oktoberfest events in and near Eau Claire this fall. Prost!
Oktoberfest at The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen | September 14, 2024
Join The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen for their debut Oktoberfest celebration on September 14, 2024, from 2-8 PM! The event will feature local and imported Oktoberfest beers, limited edition cocktails, and even Phoenix Pong (Phoenix's take on beer pong). Compete in "Phoenix Schlag" (Phoenix's version of Hammerschlagen), a Stein Stand-Off, and live music at the celebration.
Modicum Oktoberfest Release Party | September 14, 2024
Celebrate the release of Modicum's Oktoberfestbier on September 14, 2024! Break out your Drindls and Lederhosen, and spend the day drinking steins of Oktoberfest, indulging in German-inspired foods, and participating in traditional Oktoberfest competitions.
Oktoberfest at Lazy Monk Brewing | September 2024
Lazy Monk Brewing begins their Oktoberfest season in mid-September and keeps the celebration going through the end of the month. And as a European-style Bier Hall, it's no wonder! On September 19 & 28, 2024, Lazy Monk Brewing will be hosting authentic German dinners at the Bier Hall and serving their seasonal Oktoberfest bier. They take after the original Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, and decorate their brewery with silk bunting and flowers for the season. On September 21 & 28, 2024, Lazy Monk will also have large German pretzels available to pair with your Oktoberfest bier. Advanced ticket purchase is required for both German dinner events.
Oktoberfest Kick Off at Leinie Lodge | September 20, 2024
Kick off the Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest celebration with the beer experts themselves at Leinie Lodge! Beginning at 10 AM on September 20, 2024, tune into live music, and fill up on food trucks at Leinie's Oktoberfest beer. Be a part of the Festmeister & Festmeisterin Announcement and the Golden Keg Ceremony at 12 PM. Dress up in your best Oktoberfest gear to be entered into Leinie Lodge's drawings!
Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls | September 20-21, 2024
Gather at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds for an Oktoberfest celebration in Northwoods! Chippewa Falls is hosting their annual Oktoberfest on September 20-21, 2024, the largest fall attraction in the city. This year, expect competitive stein holding, sauerkraut eating, & keg rolling, four stages of entertainment, vendors, authentic foods, dancing, and Gemutlichkeit! The tapping of the Golden Keg takes place Friday, September 20th at 12 PM.
Bonus! Osseo Nordic Fall Fest
Save the date for September 21, 2024, for Osseo's Nordic Fall Fest! Spend a beautiful fall day dancing to live music, playing pumpkin bowling, shopping business & craft booths, and tasting at a Norwegian Bake Sale. Embrace Osseo's Norwegian heritage with Lefse, heritage speakers, and other events at this fall festival!