Oktoberfest live music with The Crop Dusters (Jack’s Pub)

Our beloved annual Oktoberfest celebration happens October 19, 2024 at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. in Alexandria, Minnesota! FREE ADMISSION!

Join us for our one-day Oktoberfest Festival, where we celebrate fall’s most loved beer style – Oktoberfest! Traditionally brewed as a festive beer for the harvest season, this smooth, malty lager is the perfect way to toast to autumn. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a full day of fun, packed with activities, live music, delicious food, and—of course—plenty of beer, wine, cider, cocktails and n/a sips!

FESTIVAL HOURS: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Activities & Competitions:
Stein Holding Contests at 1 PM & 4 PM: (21+; on-site registration required, stein purchase necessary)
Stein Relay Races at 12, 3, 5 PM: Free to enter, but space is limited.
Sausage Slinging Contest at 2 PM: Free to enter, but space is limited.
Pumpkin Throwing Demonstration from 12 PM - 3 PM: Watch pumpkins fly with our trebuchet!
Bean Bag Toss & Bonfires: Fun for all ages, available all day long!
Brewery Tours: Every hour, sign up on-site day of or in advance (registration coming soon, check our online event calendar)

Live Music Lineup:
11 AM - 2:30 PM: Crop Dusters | Jack's Pub
11 AM - 2 PM: Shiori Wolberson | Patio Stage
3 PM - 6 PM: Ben Stoeck | Jack's Pub
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM: The Federales | Patio Stage
Delicious Food Options:

Colby's World Classic – A variety of classic favorites - burgers, sandwiches, and more.
Sizzle – Brats, hot dogs.
Stoke – Pizza, pretzels, and cheesecake.
Doug’s Kettle Korn – Sweet, crunchy kettle corn.
North Star Donuts – Fresh, local donuts.
Papa K’s BBQ – Mouthwatering BBQ.