OKTOBERFEST SEASON. From Chippewa Falls to Mondovi, here are a few Oktoberfest events to keep the party goin' this year.

1. Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls

Friday, Sept. 15-16 from noon-11pm • Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds (225 Edward St., C.F.)

The largest fall attraction in Chippewa Falls, this family-friend German heritage event has been goin’ on for 20 years and continues to offer old favorites and new offerings each year! New events at this year’s Oktoberfest includes Glockenspiel acts and more kids’ activities. The two-day Oktoberfest celebration will also feature 30-plus vendors and entertainers, music across various stages, sauerkraut eating and keg rolling competitions, and more. 

More information online • $12 daily wristband • $18 weekend wristband

2. Oktoberfest Kickoff in Eau Claire 

Saturday, Sept. 23 from noon-10pm • Lazy Monk Brewing (97 W. Madison St., E.C.)

Though it’s no Munich, Lazy Monk Brewing has held its own Oktoberfest celebration for years, and the long-time favorite brewery serves up its own delicious malty Oktoberfest Lager alongside all-day festivities. This year, get a taste of hot-off-the-grill German brats, 52 Bakery pretzels with German mustard (from 2-6pm), and live music from Groove Merchants, 7-9pm. 

More information online • FREE to attend

3. 27th Dallas Oktoberfest

Saturday, Oct. 7 from 8am-5pm • Valkyrie Brewing Co. (234 Dallas St., Dallas)

Less than an hour from Eau Claire and under 30 minutes outside of Bloomer, Dallas is celebrating its 27th Oktoberfest with all-day events from a pancake breakfast to vintage baseball games, a kubb tournament, and 5K run, polka music and dancing, live bands, lefse and pretzels, and more! 

More information online • FREE to attend

4. 5th Annual Oktoberfest

Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10am-4pm • 221 W. Main St., Mondovi

Mondovi is celebrating its fifth annual Oktoberfest, centering its family-friendly atmosphere alongside a plethora of activities for every age to enjoy. A vendor, craft and art fair will be held, live music from Six Figure Sunrise and Bennett Valley Gray Band, plus the Beer Tent Olympics from 11am-3pm!

More information online • FREE to attend

5. 2nd Annual Oktoberfest

Saturday, Oct. 14 starting at 12pm • Old Bloomer Brewhouse and The Buckingham (1526 Martin Rd., Bloomer)

The Old Bloomer Brewhouse and The Buckingham are hosting their Second Annual Oktoberfest for Breast Cancer, which will bring back a 5K run with a new route, plus a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, Oktoberfest-themed games, beer, and much more! They will also present a check to a local charity thanks to last year’s earnings.

More information online • FREE to attend