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Oktoberfest in Downtown Douglas

Oktoberfest in Downtown Douglas

Experience Authentic Oktoberfest in Downtown Douglas — September 20, 2025

Join us for the 2nd annual celebration of community and tradition—no admission fee! We’re bringing Gemütlichkeit to downtown Douglas with street closures, a special exhibition of Wyoming brewers by historic Hotel LaBonte, and classic German foods.

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Location: Downtown Douglas, WY

Oktoberfest banner

“Ein Prosit” is a traditional German toast for health and happiness—often shortened to “Prost!” Raise your stein and clink glasses with friends old and new as we celebrate the festive spirit—Prost to an unforgettable Oktoberfest!

What’s Happening

The day starts at 10:30 AM with the Hope Center 5K Run/Walk, followed by a Car Show, the ceremonial Keg Tapping (12:00 PM), a Cornhole Tournament (1:15 PM), Weiner Dog Race (3:00 PM), and a Stein Holding Contest (4:15 PM). Good food, good beer, and good cheer—all day long!

  • Stein Holding Contest
  • Longdong Wiener Dog Races
  • Keg Toss
  • Community Paint-by-Number Mural
  • Pumpkin decorating & contests
  • Hourly “Cheers!” moments throughout the day

Live music, games, contests, local vendors, and family-friendly activities—you won’t want to miss it.

Visit Website Vendor / 5K Registration

Vendors & 5K Details

Vendor spaces available July 1 – Sept 13. A 12’×12’ space is $10 (bring your own table/chairs/shade; decorate for Oktoberfest; setup on the street). Register here: Vendor Registration

The Hope Center’s 5K Fundraiser takes place Sept 20. Details & pre-registration (starting July 1): Click Here.

Brewers: contact Kelly at 307-351-1854.

Volunteers Needed — Sept 20 (Downtown Douglas)

Help us make Oktoberfest amazing! From setup to contests to cleanup, there are lots of ways to pitch in.

  • Event setup & teardown (tables, chairs, etc.)
  • Trash pickup & event cleanliness
  • Vendor check-in assistance
  • Helping run contests & activities
  • General event support throughout the day

Sign Up to Volunteer

Oktoberfest photo

To our Sponsors — we couldn’t do this without you. Danke schön!

Contact Jen Goodwin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 307-358-2000 to be a sponsor.

Biermeister (Beer Master) Sponsors

CONVERSE COUNTY BANK

Prost Sponsor

GREINER FORD

Oompah Sponsors

DEVON ENERGY

Wunderbar Sponsors

DOUGLAS GROCERY

Das Boot Sponsors

THE BODY SHOP

Danke Schön to our Hammer Partners!

Converse County Tourism and Promotion Board

Converse County Master Gardeners

Douglas Budget

The Enterprise

Main Street Douglas

Hotel LaBonte

Laramie Peak Humane Society

Outdoor Enthusiasts of Converse County

Converse Hope Center

Haught Properties

College Inn Bar

Serve Douglas

Glenrock Barbell Club

Village Inn

White Wolf Saloon

Converse County Library

Casper Stammitsch

Good Smiles

Event Information

Event Date 09-20-2025 10:30 am
Location Douglas Wyoming

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