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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest Festival Downtown Detroit Lakes
DESCRIPTION:BOOK NOWCALL NOW\n2025 Oktoberfest Festival Downtown Detroit Lakes\nOktoberfest Festival Returns to Downtown Detroit Lakes on September 20\, 2025. The spirit of Bavaria is coming to the heart of Minnesota as the Detroit Lakes Noon Rotary presents the annual Oktoberfest DL on Saturday\, September 20\, 2025\, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This lively celebration will be centered at Zorbaz on the Lake\, but the festivities will spill out into the surrounding streets and Peoples Park\, transforming downtown Detroit Lakes into a vibrant hub of music\, food\, games\, and community fun. \nAll proceeds from ticket sales will benefit our community through Rotary projects and donations such as Dollars for Scholars\, United Way\, youth leadership training\, community health programs\, and more. \nLocation & Atmosphere\nWhile Zorbaz serves as the main venue\, the event expands into Holmes Street\, the People’s Park and adjacent areas\, creating a street festival atmosphere. Expect bustling vendor booths\, beer gardens\, and entertainment stages stretching into Peoples Park\, offering plenty of space for families and friends to gather and celebrate. \nContact\nDetroit Lakes Tourism Bureau & Regional Chamber of Commerce: Phone 218-847-9202\nEmail: No direct address. Use Detroit Lakes Noon Rotary Website Contact Form for email questions. \nFestival Highlights\nOktoberfest DL is a family-friendly event with something for everyone. Whether you’re a fan of traditional German fare\, live music\, or quirky contests. This festival features: \nAuthentic German Food & BeerLive Music & EntertainmentAdult & Children’s GamesOktoberfest Market with Local VendorsBier Run Fun RunFashion Contests:Little Miss & Mr. OktoberfestKing & Queen of OktoberfestSTAMMTISCH Reserved Tables for groupsFestival Merchandise – including the popular “Smells Like Kraut” shirtsEVENT SCHEDULE\n12:00 PM – Festival Opens at Zorbaz & Peoples Park\nFood vendors\, beer tents\, and market stalls begin serving\nLive music kicks off on the main stage1:00 PM – Little Miss & Mr. Oktoberfest Contest\nKids show off their festive outfits for prizes2:00 PM – King & Queen of Oktoberfest Fashion Contest\nAdults compete for the crown in traditional Bavarian attire2:30 PM – Bier Run Fun Run\nA light-hearted race with beer-themed challenges3:00 PM – Adult Games Begin\nStein-holding\, pretzel toss\, and more4:00 PM – Children’s Games & Entertainment\nFace painting\, crafts\, and interactive fun5:00 PM – Closing Ceremony & Final Toast\nRaise your steins for one last “Prost!” to a great dayGet your Tickets!\nJoin us at Zorbaz & People’s Park for music\, games\, food \, bier\, pretzels as big as your face and root beer floats for the kids. Non alcoholic beverages will also be available . New this year are the mile long bier run\, Oktoberfest Market and reserved tables catered by Spanky’s Stone Hearth. If you purchase your tickets online you will be able to redeem at the Oktoberfest Booth located on the north side of Zorbaz and on the southside of People’s Street. You won’t be able to miss it!‍ \nOnline ticket sales end at 7am CST Saturday\, on event day. If you purchase your tickets online\, give a friendly\, “BAVARIAN ROTARIAN your name at the booth. Tickets may be purchased at the booth as well at noon on Saturday at the event. \nBUY TICKETS ONLINEAbout The Detroit Lakes Noon Rotary\nDetroit Lakes Noon Rotary is a community service organization that is part of Rotary International\, a global network of volunteers who are committed to making the world a better place. Detroit Lakes Noon Rotary meets every Thursday at noon at the Holiday Inn in Detroit Lakes\, Minnesota1. \nLakefront Hotels In Detroit Lakes\nAbout The Lodge on Lake Detroit & The Spa Within\nOur Detroit Lakes Minnesota lake resort is the perfect setting to relax and enjoy brilliant sunsets and memorable nights on Big Lake Detroit. Nestled in a lovely tree-filled setting on a private 550 foot wide sandy beach\, you’ll find the latest hotel style and amenities. The Lodge is independently owned and operated by Holland Hospitality\, Inc.\, now in its third generation of providing excellence in hospitality. \nWith our modern amenities and thoughtful design\, we stand out among other lodging choices in Detroit Lakes\, MN. For couples or family getaways\, we offer a variety of rooms and suites with king\, queen or two queen beds. Our free hot breakfast (currently using Grab & Go Bags while Covid precautions are in place)\, indoor heated pool and fitness center make the hotel a great place to recharge between enjoying Detroit Lakes attractions and activities. View hotel detail. \nAll rooms feature lakefront views\, free Wi-Fi and wired internet\, 55″ flat-screen HDTVs. Rooms are equipped with mini-fridge\, microwaves\, and coffee makers and are pet and smoke free. View accommodation detail. \nDetroit Lakes Day Spa: The Spa Within at The Lodge offers an extensive menu of select spa treatment services\, many of which are signature treatments exclusive to this spa. These revitalizing treatments include the use of warm and cold basalt stones for face and body\, and a variety of facials and massage therapies that are sure to induce a state of deep relaxation. \n\n\n										\n										\n										\n									Call Hotel Direct at (218) 847-8439 or book online now! \nMark your calendar today so you don’t miss the annual Oktoberfest Festival Downtown Detroit Lakes in Detroit Lakes\, Minnesota! \nTags: Oktoberfest Festival Downtown Detroit Lakes\, Detroit Lakes Oktoberfest Festival\, Detroit Lakes Oktoberfest\, Detroit Lakes Things to Do\, Detroit Lakes Festivals
URL:https://thelodgeonlakedetroit.com/event/oktoberfest-festival-downtown-detroit-lakes/
LOCATION:Zorbaz Restaurant & Adjacent Streets\, 402 W Lake Drive\, Detroit Lakes\, 56501\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Lodge Events,Annual Evemts,Historic Holmes Performing Arts Series,Local Non Lodge Event
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