FREE TO THE PUBLIC
Get ready to raise your steins and celebrate OKTOBERFEST in Rochester, MN - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH, 2025—from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., on 1st Avenue SW between 2nd Street and 4th Street SW - in the Heart of the City (Similar to Thursday's Downtown)
Enjoy live music, authentic German eats, craft beer, games, contests, and plenty of fun. Whether you're rocking your best lederhosen or just here for the bratwurst, there’s something for everyone at this year’s celebration. Make memories, share some laughs, and experience the true spirit of Oktoberfest—right here in Rochester!
Dress up in your favorite Bavarian, Lederhosen and Dirndls, outfits for a chance to win BEST APPAREL (1st - 2nd - 3rd) prizes!
LINEUP (Music from 11am - 10pm)
Bands/Entertainment Times
Craig Ebel & the DyVersaCo (Polka) 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bavarian Dance Group 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Twin Cities Soundz (Polka) 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bavarian Dance Group 4:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
The Stand Ups (Classic Rock/R&B). 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Incognito (Party Band) 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
* The Bavarian Dance Group was rated #1 in the United States and #2 in the World, in 2023 and will put on two sets of their entertainment.
EVENT ORGANIZER: Brad Trahan, 507-254-8901 or
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Vendor: Food, Beverage, and Novelty booths are available. We will have 10-12 total food/beverage vendors, additionally to those who wish to sell non-food/beverage items (Arts, Crafts, etc.)
This event is sponsored in part by the Rochester Downtown Alliance and Destination Medical Center Start-Up Event Grant.
Proceeds, after expenses, will benefit the HOUSE OF SHIELDS, a Rochester, MN. 501(c)(3) Non-Profit
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