'TIS THE SEASON: 5 Events to Celebrate Oktoberfest

get yer Oktoberfest on at these area happenings!

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

PROST! Enjoy the array of Oktoberfest events happening around the Chippewa Valley, including these five. (Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls pictured)
PROST! Enjoy the array of Oktoberfest events happening around the Chippewa Valley, including these five. (Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls pictured)

Oktoberfest Kickoff at Leinenkugel's.

Head over to the Leinie Lodge to take part in Oktoberfest festivities, enjoy a variety of brews, and live music. The 4:30AM On The Go food truck will be available onsite for grub. Plus, be there for the Festmeister and Festmeisterin announcement at noon followed by the Golden Keg Ceremony!

Friday, Sept. 20, 10am-1pm • Leinie Lodge (124 E Elm St, Chippewa Falls) • Free entry

Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls.

This annual favorite has been happening for over 20 years, returning to the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds this year on Sept. 20-21 with all of the family-friendly festivities and German heritage flair you could ask for. Favorite competitions like the stein holding, sauerkraut eating, and keg rolling plus new kids' activities and Glockenspiel acts will be goin' on while four stages with live entertainment are hosted around the fairgrounds. 

Sept. 20-21 • Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds • Purchase your wristband online

Princeton Valley Oktoberfest.

Participate in the Hammerschlagen, keg toss, two-person golf tournament, or bean bag tournament while celebrating Oktoberfest! Admission includes two Oktoberfest beers, food, and prizes. 

Saturday, Oct. 5 at 9am • Princeton Valley Golf Course • Price varies

Mondovi Oktoberfest.

Oktoberfest is taking over downtown Mondovi all day with its beer tent Olympics, pumpkin decorating, scavenger hunt, arts and vendor market, car show, kids activities, and more! Enjoy live music and a DJ, food trucks, and other features at the family-friendly event.

Saturday, Oct. 5, 10am-11pm • Downtown Mondovi • Free entry

Lions Oktoberfest.

Benefiting the Wisconsin Lions Camp and community projects of Eau Claire and Elk Mound Lions Clubs, this year's event brings live music from the Rhythm Playboys and Crimson Theory plus German food, Oktoberfest drinks, and raffles.

Saturday, Oct. 19, 11am-10pm • Moose Lodge (3606 Curvue Rd., Eau Claire) • $10


Want to see what else is happening in the Chippewa Valley? Check out our Events Calendar.