# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Oktoberfest
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Raise Your Steins! 🍻

One of Itasca’s favorite fall traditions is almost here! Now in its 18th year, Oktoberfest continues to be a celebration of community while supporting local charities, including the Itasca Walk-In Ministry and Food Pantry. 

This year’s celebration will feature returning favorites and new ways to join the fun:

• Stein Holding Contest 🍺
Think you have what it takes? Test your strength during the Oktoberfest Stein Holding Contest and compete to see who can hold a full stein the longest.

• Racetrack Experience 🏁
Courtesy of Wintrust Itasca, challenge your family and friends on Prime Time Racing's stock car racing simulator. Bring a non-perishable food item for the Itasca Food Pantry and receive a ticket to race.

• German Food & Music 🥨
Renate's German Restaurant will be serving traditional favorites including spaetzle, schnitzel, wurst, pork roast, and sauerkraut while live entertainment keeps the celebration going throughout the weekend.

📅 Friday, September 11ᵗʰ | 5:00 – 10:30 p.m.
The weekend begins with the tapping of the first keg with Mayor Pruyn at 5:00 p.m., followed by Alpine Thunder Band from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

📅 Saturday, September 12ᵗʰ | 3:00 – 10:30 p.m.
Johnny Wagner Trio will perform from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m., followed by Johnny Wagner Band from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Learn more at https://itasca.com/2292/Oktoberfest
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/itasca/oktoberfest/200030639719451
- **Event Categories**: oktoberfest, contests, nonprofit, charities, car-shows, music, entertainment, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 62

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Itasca
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Washington Park
- **lat**: 41.9675288
- **long**: -88.0106241
- **full address**: Washington Park, Itasca,IL,United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Oktoberfest being held?
  - **A:** Oktoberfest takes place on Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:30 pm at Washington Park, Itasca,IL,United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Oktoberfest?
  - **A:** Oktoberfest is organized by Village of Itasca.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Oktoberfest is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Itasca, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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