2025 Oktoberfest Program by Visit-Leavenworth

Oct 3rd & 4th

Oct 10th & 11th Oct 17th & 18th

Willkommen

Now in our 4th year of presenting Oktoberfest, the Chamber of Commerce is excited to share some additions this year which include a carousel in the Kinderplatz, a Bier Tent with more tap locations, and the addition of Hofbrau beer! We hope to see your lederhosen wearing, chicken dancing self at one or more weekends this year. PROST!

Chamber Executive Director, Troy Campbell

Welcome to Leavenworth! We hope you have a wonderful time with your friends and family enjoying the music, brews and backdrop that make Oktoberfest in Leavenworth so special. We also invite you to join City staff and community members at 2:00 p.m. each Saturday at the Gazebo to tap the keg and cheer "O'zapft is!"(It's tapped!)

$15 Friday Friday 6pm - Midnight*

$30 Saturday Saturday Noon - Midnight*

$40 Fri/Sat Combo

Kids 12 and under FREE

Oktoberfest Venue Currency

*Kinderplatz closes at 9pm

*Front St. Park closes at 10pm

Festival goers can pick up a smartcard fabric wristband upon entry, link it to their debit or credit card, and then scan and pay for food, beer and at the official merchandise booths at both festival venues.

Scan the QR code to pre-register for a wristband also set up a wrist band at the event. Attendees will also have the choice of paying via credit/debit or mobile pay, or use cash to pre-load a wristband.

Burgermeister (Mayor), Carl Florea

Merchandise

Official

Oktoberfest Merchandise

Visit the Chamber’s booth at the Street Fair to purchase your official Oktoberfest in Leavenworth merchandise.

*Items bought online can be collected at the INFORMATION COUNTER in the lobby of the Festhalle.

2025 Hat Pin Hat Pin

Trucker Hat

Entertainers

Manuela Horn

Yodeling Queen and Cover Band

Dates: October 10-11, 17-18

Cut loose and let your new BFF (Beer Friends Forever) take you on an interactive yodeling roller coaster! Often referred to as the Weird Al Yankovic of Oktoberfest, Manuela Horn performs lovingly hilarious song twisting beer centric versions of top 40 popular tunes that are sure to get you shaking your Sauerkraut!!! “So strap on your Lederhosen and expect the unexpected”

S-Bahn (Canada)

Polka Variety Band

Dates: October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18

With diverse and eclectic repertoire and soaring vocals, S-Bahn rocks Oktoberfests! Why the name “S-Bahn”? S-Bahn is the commuter train that connects cities in Germany with their suburbs. S-Bahn connects people, brings them together. S-Bahn is Richard Tyce, Singer/tenor, Accordion & Keyboards; Jim Hopson, Trombone, Tuba, Alphorn, Bass Guitar & Vocals; Alex Flock, Guitar & Vocals; James Bartz, Drums & Vocals.

Die Jungen Weststeirer (Austria)

Classic Polka Oktoberfest Music

Dates: October 10-11, 17-18

Die Jungen Weststeirer (The Young West Styrians) are Christian Ruprechter (trumpet), Martin Seidl (clarinet), Manuel Gasser (accordion), Michael Wagner (guitar), and Florian Fauland (vocals, electric bass and Baritonhorn). Formed in 2019, they are an up and coming band from Austria playing Oberkreiner and traditional polka music excited to make their return to Leavenworth this year.

Aqua-Nets

Polka Variety Band

Dates: October 10-11, 17-18

Dance and sing along to your favorite guilty pleasure songs from the 70’s to today with The Aqua-Nets, Seattle’s favorite cover band! The Aqua-Nets are a 12-piece band with a big sound, including a horn section and dancers! Whether you feel like dancing or rocking out we have something for everyone.

West Coast Prost

Polka Variety Band

Dates: October 3-4

One of the country’s premier polka-variety bands! Much more than your average polka band, this group, led by accordionist and singer Jason Fabus, plays polkas, waltzes, dixieland, swing, and country/western favorites. West Coast Prost brings an exciting sense of youth to an older tradition of music!

European Take-Out

Classic Polka Oktoberfest Music

Dates: October 3-4

The Europa Band

Polka Variety Band

Performance Dates: October 3-4

Smilin’ Scandinavians

Classic Polka Oktoberfest Music

Dates: October 10-11, 17-18

Ted Lunka Polka Band

Classic Polka Oktoberfest Music

Dates: October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18

Bonnie Birch Quartet

Classic Polka Oktoberfest Music

Dates: October 18

AlpenFolk

Yodeling and Classic Polka

Dates: October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18

Leavenworth Alphorns

Alpine Music

Dates: October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18

Michael Stoessl

Accordion and Master Yodeler

Dates: October 10-11, 17-18

Michael Fischer Band

Polka Variety Group

Dates: October 4 See

Max Kyllonen

Accordion

Dates: October 3-4, 10-11

Dancers

Edelweiss Dance Academie

Youth Folk Dance Group

Dates: October 4, 11, 18

Enzian Schuhplattler Dancers

Professional Folk Dance Troupe

Dates: October 11, 18

Tirolean Dancers of Oregon

Professional Folk Dance Troupe

Dates: October 4

F Festhalle Stage

G Gazebo Stage

B Bierzelt Stage

Festhalle Main Stage

Headliners playing a variety of music including traditional Bavarian favorites, cover songs, and dance performances.

Last call: 10:30 PM

Taps off: 11:00 PM

Venue closes: 12:00 AM

Oktoberfest

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3rd

6:00 PM AlpenFolk

6:00 PM European Take-Out

6:00 PM Max Kyllonen

6:55 PM Ladies’ Stein Holding Competition

Front Street Park

Traditional Bavarian music scene with plenty of accordions, yodelers and alphorns.

Last call: 8:30 PM

Taps off: 9:00 PM

Venue closes: 10:00 PM

Bierzelt Stage & Bierzeltgarten

Visit this stage where you can head bang with your friends, dance to cover bands and try a polka or two.

(Bierzeltgarten) Last call: 10:30 PM

(Bierzeltgarten) Taps off: 11:00 PM

Venue closes: 11:00 PM

7:05 PM Men’s Stein Holding Competition

7:20 PM West Coast Prost

8:00 PM Ted Lunka Polka Band

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4th 12:00 PM Leavenworth Alphorns in the street 12:00 PM AlpenFolk

1:00 PM Ladies’ 55+ Stein Holding Qualifier

1:10 PM Men’s 55+ Stein Holding Qualifier

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10th

6:00 PM AlpenFolk G 6:00 PM Smilin Scandinavians F 6:00 PM Michael Stoessl B

6:55

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11th

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17th

6:00 PM AlpenFolk G 6:00 PM Smilin Scandinavians F 6:00 PM Michael Stoessl B 6:55 PM Ladies’ Stein Holding Competition F 7:05 PM Men’s Stein Holding Competition F 7:20 PM Manuela Horn F 8:00 PM Ted Lunka G 8:00 PM Die Jungen Weststeirer B 9:10 PM Pretzel Toss F 9:30 PM S-Bahn F

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18th

12:00 PM Leavenworth Alphorns in the Street 12:00 PM AlpenFolk G 12:00 PM Michael Stoessl B 12:30 PM Edelweiss Dance Academie F 1:00 PM Ladies’ 55+ Stein Holding Qualifier F 1:10 PM Men’s 55+ Stein Holding Qualifier F 1:30 PM Leavenworth Alphorns F 1:30 PM Edelweiss Dance Academie F 2:00 PM Enzian Schuhplattler Dancers F 2:00 PM Die Jungen Weststeirer B 2:00 PM Keg Tapping G 2:10 PM Ladies‘ Stein Holding Qualifier G 2:20 PM Men’s Stein Holding Qualifier G 2:30 PM Bonnie Birch Quartet G 3:00 PM Aqua-Nets F 3:40 PM Ladies' Stein Holding Qualifier B 3:50 PM Men’s Stein Holding Qualifier B 4:00 PM Smilin Scandinavians G 4:00 PM S-Bahn B 4:15 PM Enzian Schuhplattler Dancers F 5:00 PM Michael Stoessl F 6:00 PM Bonnie Birch Quartet G 6:00 PM Die Jungen Weststeirer B 6:00 PM Mustache Showdown F 6:10 PM Costume Contest F 6:20 PM Enzian Schuhplattler Dancers F 6:55 PM Ladies’ Stein Holding Championship F 7:05 PM Men’s Stein Holding Championship F 7:15 PM Manuela Horn F 8:00 PM Ted Lunka Polka Band G 8:00 PM S-Bahn B 9:10 PM Pretzel Toss F 9:30 PM Aqua-Nets F

Beer

Old & New Traditions

Oktoberfest can be traced back to 1810 in Munich when the future King Ludwig invited the entire city to attend his wedding celebration and an annual event was born. By 1896, small beer stands on the festival grounds were replaced with large brewery sponsored beer tents. Today, only the original 6 breweries in Munich are served during their Oktoberfest. To honor that Bavarian tradition, we have some of those six on tap paired with beers from our own local breweries, who in celebration of Oktoberfest, collaborate annually on Leavenworth’s own Oktoberfest Festbier!

LOCAL BREWS

Leavenworth Festbier – Icicle, Blewett, and Doghaus Collaboration

In true Oktoberfest spirit, Icicle Brewing Company, Blewett Brewing Company, and Doghaus Brewery have teamed up to offer a local collaboration Festbier. This quintessential Oktoberfest style is a light to medium-bodied pale lager that is malty and biscuity with low bitterness. (5.9% ABV / 24 IBU)

Simple Kölsch German Ale – Blewett Brewing Co, Leavenworth, WA

A subtle pale beer, with a delicate balance of malt and hops, makes this beer an easy drinker and a great palate cleanser! PROST! (5.2% ABV / 15 IBU)

Alpenhaze Hazy IPA - Icicle Brewing Co, Leavenworth, WA

This signature hazy is a bright, tropical, and juicy IPA with Mosaic, Citra, El Dorado and Simcoe hops, giving it notes of mango, pineapple, tangerine, and apricot that excite the nose and palate. The malt profile provides a body that ends each sip with a light and pillowy mouthfeel. (6.3% ABV / 30 IBU)

Premium Pilsner – Icicle Brewing Co, Leavenworth, WA

Born from the crystal-clear waters of the Icicle River, this carefully crafted pilsner is perfect for any occasion. Crisp, clean, and endlessly refreshing, Premium Pilsner is well-balanced with a light hop character. It’s subtle, yet refined, with lightly floral aromas, smooth mouthfeel, and satisfying finish. Brewed with Noble hops in the international style, this is an easy-drinking beer that’s as fresh as the waters from which it was born. (4.9% ABU/ 20 IBU)

Doberman Schwarzbier (Dark Beer) – Doghaus Brewery, Leavenworth, WA

Schwarzbier translates from the German to “black beer”. A smooth dark lager with more roast character than a Dunkel, but much milder than a Porter or Stout. Much like a Doberman, Schwarzbier is dark in color, but light and elegant. Intimidating to strangers, but pleasant once you’ve gotten to know it. Koda says, “Dobies are a delight and so is this brew!” (5.4% ABV, 21 IBU)

GERMAN IMPORTS

Paulaner Oktoberfest

Munich, Germany

Märzen

An amber beer style that was developed over 200 years ago to celebrate the original Oktoberfest. The Märzen name comes from “March beer” because it was historically brewed in March to be at peak flavor for the Oktoberfest celebration. (5.8% ABV)

Paulaner Münchner Lager

Munich, Germany

This beer is credited for being one of the most popular Munich lagers. Moreover, Paulaner brew masters were among the first to bring Munich lager beer to the Bavarian taps. The recipe for success remains: A perfect balance of malty character and the light bitterness of hops. (4.9% ABV)

Spaten Oktoberfestbier

Munich, Germany

German-styled Märzen medium-bodied beer with roasted malt flavor and a slightly dry finish. (5.9% ABV, 23 IBU)

Ayinger Oktoberfest Märzen

Aying, Germany

A deep golden color tinted with amber, this beer is lightly sweet with a malty nose balanced with floral hops. The soft dryness comes from long maturation. (5.8% ABV / 21 IBU)

Clausthaler Original Non-Alcoholic

Frankfurt, Germany

With its own, specialized brewing technique, the pioneer still creates its signature non-alcoholic lager, Clausthaler Original, in strict accordance with the German purity law since 1979. Its genuine real beer taste is well-balanced, fresh, and easy to drink, with a creamy feel on the palate and a pleasing golden color to match.

Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier

Freising, Germany

Number 1 rated hefeweizen in the world from the oldest brewery in the world! Fruity nuances of banana and cloves intermingle with malt flavors to create a balanced beer with a light, creamy character. This premium, naturally cloudy, pale amber wheat beer is truly a feast for the senses. (5.4% ABV, 14 IBU)

Weihenstephaner Dunkel

Freising, Germany

Theis dark wheat beer is effervescent and full-bodied, a pleasantly light caramel note is perceptible in the flavor and imparts a velvety mouthfeel. The color can be described as chestnut. (5.3% ABV, 14 IBU)

Franziskaner Hefe Weissbier

Munich, Germany

An agreeable level of carbonation, natural cloudiness, and refreshing spicy and fruity flavor. (ABV 5.0%)

Hobräu Hefe Weizen

Munich, Germany

A refreshing wheat beer, characterized by rich foam and fruit forward flavor. (5.1% ABV, 14 IBU)

Hofbräu Oktoberfestbier

Munich, Germany

World-famous full-bodied brew characterized by malt sweetness and fresh fruity hop flavors.(6.3% ABV, 26 IBU)

Hofbräu Dunkel

Munich, Germany

A full-flavored palate of spices, dried fruts, toasted caramel, and dark cocao. (5.5% ABV, 23 IBU)

Hofbräu Original

Munich, Germany

Full-bodied lager, offering a fine hops aroma & well-balanced flavor. (5.5% ABV, 23 IBU)

Kinderplatz

Open to Everyone!

New for 2025, our Kinderplatz Carnival does not require an admission to enter and is also open on the first two Sundays of October! (October 5th & 12th)

Situated adjacent to the beer gardens and the Festhalle Main

Entrance the Kinderplatz Carnival includes:

• A root beer garden

• Free lawn games

• Free kids activities

• Face painting

• Caricature drawings

• Old time carnival games

• Dippin' Dots

• Hot dogs

• Pretzels

• A mechanical carousel

• A 62-foot Ferris wheel!

Kinderplatz Hours

6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Fridays

Noon to 9:00 p.m. Saturdays

Noon to 4:00 p.m. Sunday October 5th & 12 th only

(All minors must depart ALL venues by 9:00 p.m.)

Did you know?

Ferris wheels, or "Russian wheels," have been at the Munich Oktoberfest since 1925 and the iconic Willenborg Ferris wheel, a symbol of Oktoberfest, has been a fixture since 1979.

Thank you to the München Haus, Official 2025 Sponsors of the Kinderplatz.

Street Fair

The Oktoberfest grounds include a closed portion of Front Street between 10th and Division Street and include beer taps, food vendors, retail huts, lawn games, access to the Kinderplatz Carnival and more.

Retail Vendors

Our retail vendors offer traditional clothing, hats, steins and hand made collectibles.

• The Official Merch Hut - Oktoberfest branded steins, T-shirts, and more

• The Hat Shop - Bavarian hats, pins & accessories

• Moe's Trachten Shop - Lederhosen, dirndls, and socks

• Nutcracker Haus - German flip-top steins, nutcrackers, and gifts

• Craftmaster Growlers - Growlers and glassware

• Bushel & Bee - Hand sculpted steins made from horns

Food Vendors

Our Street Fair food vendors will offer a variety of items from brats to donuts! Limited menu items will be available at Front Street Park.

• The Oktoberfest “Brats & More Kitchen”

• Papa Z’s - Donuts & corndogs

• Der Snow Cave - Dippin' Dots & Churros

• Bavarian Kettle Corn

• The Scout’s Bavarian Pretzel Stand

Fun & Games

Show Us What You Got!

• Stein Holding Competition - See how long you can hold a full 1-liter stein! Ladies’, Men's, and over 55+ age brackets. To compete in the Stein Holding Competition you must pre-register at Leavenworth.org/Oktoberfest or in person at the Festhalle front counter a minimum 30 minutes before event. Daytime comps are all qualifying rounds for the evening all-stars showdown. See Entertainment Schedule for times.

• Mustache Showdown - The crowd helps pick the best-groomed mustache, contestants picked from volunteers in the crowd.

• Costume Contests - Solo/Duo category and group category. Any type of costume is eligible, contestants will be picked from volunteers in the crowd.

• Pretzel Toss - In teams of two one person will attempt to toss a "pretzel onto the handle of a plunger that your partner is holding to their forehead. Fastest to finish wins. Contestants will be picked from volunteers in the crowd.

• All winners receive prizes and adulation! Each weekend we will post the winners of the Stein Holding Competitions and the winning times at Leavenworth.org. At the end of all Oktoberfest weekends, we will crown the Grand Champion! All winners will be posted at Leavenworth.org/Oktoberfest.

Oktoberfest Rules

• No vaping or vape pens*

• No marijuana*

• No weapons (includes pocket knives and pepper spray)*

• No outside food or drink*

• No pets (ADA service dogs only)

• No selfie sticks or professional photography

• No minors allowed in any venues after 9:00 p.m.

• Cigarette smoking allowed in designated area only.

• Front Street Park is 21+

• No smoking in the Kinderplatz or Front St. Park

• Must be 21 to consume alcohol

• We reserve the right to remove you from the premises

• No entry or reentry after 10 PM

* Items will be confiscated and not returned.

Walking Map

With so many nooks and levels to Leavenworth's retail and dining experiences, be sure you don't miss a thing!

Pick up a FREE walking map of the village at the Willkommen Center and at Chamber member businesses.

More Events

Follow the QR code to view our full calendar of events at Leavenworth.org

Festzug

Please Drink Responsibly.

On each Saturday of Oktoberfest we open the festival with a Festzug march down Front Street to the Festhalle.

Locals and visitors dress in their Bavarian best and join our Alphorn players and other performers to mark the official opening of the Oktoberfest celebrations for the day.

If you will be wearing trachten and want to join the march, meet at Gustavs by 11:30 am on the Saturdays of Oktoberfest

Don't miss the keg tapping at 2:00 p.m. in the Gazebo at Front Street Park!

Shuttle & Map

Free Area Shuttle

On all Fridays and Saturdays of Oktoberfest, shuttles will run one hour prior to the event opening until fifteen minutes after closing at 12:15 AM

Shuttle runs approximately every 30 minutes, please wave down the bus for stops. Please note: Anyone needing an ADA accessible ride can call Leavenworth Shuttle & Taxi at 509-548-7433 to arrange a ride.

Shuttle Route Map

Use the QR Code to see the most current route map for the shuttle. Shuttle picks up and drops off at the East Gate (Division St & Front St).

FRIDAY Starts at 5:00 PM Last shuttle at 12:15 AM SATURDAY Starts at 11:00 AM Last shuttle at 12:15 AM

WEST Shuttle

East Gate (Division St & Front St)

• Icicle Road

• Icicle RV Resort

• Sleeping Lady

• East Leavenworth Road

• Willkommen Park & Ride (behind Safeway)

CENTRAL Shuttle

East Gate (Division St & Front St)

• Hwy 2

• Icicle Village Resort

• Worldmark Resort

• Fairbridge Inn & Suites

• Ski Hill Drive

• Bergstrasse

• Titus Rd

EAST Shuttle

East Gate (Division St & Front St)

• KOA

• Willkommen Park & Ride (behind Safeway)

Wellness

Hydrotherapy, the therapeutic use of water dating back to ancient civilizations, was instigated around 1829 by Vincent Priessnitz, a peasant farmer in Gräfenberg.

Sebastian Kneipp, born in 1821 in Stephansried in the Kingdom of Bavaria, was first introduced to Priessnitzs treatment in 1849 after contracting tuberculosis. After his treatments, he continued to experiment on the process and developed a new method and ideology and is credited with expanding the definition of health to include a more holistic view which included mental, social, and spiritual aspects.

If you are looking to create a Kneipp inspired wellness experience before or after Oktobefest, we suggest the following:

Inner Waters IV offers rejuvenating treatments that’ll restore your electrolytes, boost your B12, and get your glow back. Whether you need energy, immunity, or just a serious reset, there’s a drip for that.

At The Springs, Leavenworth’s tranquil wellness spa, a soak in their warm pools under the pines, followed by a visit to the sauna or a cold plunge, is just the Bavarian balm your body needs.

Treat your tired chicken dancing legs and sore shoulders with a restorative massage. Aspen Leaf Day Spa at Sleeping Lady Resort, Alpine Spa at Icicle Village Resort and Crescent Creek Massage & Bodywork offer massages that range from deep tissue to calming aromatherapy good for the body and mind.

No recovery is complete without a hearty breakfast of waffles, eggs benedict, a handmade bagel or a cozy German-style breakfast. Follow the QR Code to get our breakfast recommendations.

For a fresh air reset, meander through Waterfront Park and across Blackbird Island’s wooded trails, where the fresh alpine air, sparkling water, and soothing sounds of nature will wash away the polka song playing rent free in your head.

The Oktoberfest celebration and fall in Leavenworth are no strangers to proposals. So are you thinking a summer wedding? A winter wonderland wedding? Whatever you decide, we have the resources you need to help pick a venue or planner at Leavenworth.org/ weddings

Dog Friendly

Leavenworth loves dogs!

To learn what restaurants are pet friendly, go to leavenworth.org/dining and use the pet friendly filter. Dog Lover Tip: Come back for our Maifest Parade which features nearly 100 Bernese and Swiss Mountain Dogs!

DEC 6th

DEC 13th

The Sugarplums performing at Christmastown in 2024

The Jewel Tones performing at Christmastown in 2024

Manuela Horn and her Slay Belles

The Leavenworth Chamber is pleased to announce that Manuela Horn returns this December with her Slay Belles for two holiday concerts on December 21st and 23rd! Tickets available at Leavenworth.org/Christmastown