Columbus Oktoberfest

FREE • All Ages • Rain or Shine

Join us for the very first Columbus Oktoberfest — a brand new downtown tradition to kick off the fall season with community, local flavor, and lots of fun! This free, family-friendly festival will fill our downtown with music, laughter, great food, and plenty of cheers.

Grab your friends, bring the kids, and enjoy a festival of:

• 🍺 Local beer, bratwurst, and fresh food
• 🎶 Live polka band
• 🎉 Fun contests for all ages
• 🏆 Prizes, games, and activities to keep everyone smiling!

Event admission is FREE, but please grab your ticket today to let us know you’re coming!

• Free & family-friendly
• Delicious local food & drink
• Fun competitions for all ages
• Celebrate Columbus & support our vibrant downtown
• Next to the beloved Crump Theater

💪 Stein Holding Contest (Men’s & Women’s Divisions)

How strong are you? Test your strength and stamina — hold a full stein at arm’s length longer than your competitors! Entry fee includes memorial Stein for you to keep!

• Entry Fee: $20 (sign up in advance or cash only day-of)
• Prize: Winners get fame, glory, and a FREE liter refill and a T-shirt!

🥨 Kid’s Pretzel Toss

How many pretzels can you and your partner catch? Pair up, toss, and aim for the mouth!

• Free to Enter
• One try per kid — silly fun guaranteed!

🎩 All-Ages Costume Contest

Bring your best Bavarian look! From traditional dirndls and lederhosen to creative spins, show off your costume and win the crowd’s cheers.

• Free to Enter
• Winner chosen by crowd applause!

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