So much to do and see at Oktoberfest Northwest!
   

Oktoberfest Northwest offers many attractions and activities that will delight and excite people of all ages with all interests!

C'mon, you didn't think it was ALL beer and brats, did you?

Event attractions are subject to change. Check back often for updates and additions!

      
       
 
     

Tapping of the Golden Keg.

Join Festmaster Greg Mier on Friday, October 3, at 6:45 p.m. as taps the Oktoberfest Firkin to officially open the Oktoberfest! Beer will be served starting at 11 a.m.

    
         

2008 Festmaster Greg Mier

Festhalle Biergarten

Enjoy frosty German beers, great food, lively music and games in the center of the event!

 
       
The Scandinavian Heritage Festival (a 40-year-old tradition) joins Oktoberfest Northwest to bring such a great selection of artisians and crafters and traditional foods! The Scandanavian Heritage Festival represents Scandinavian organizations from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Click here for details!

German Corner - Find that perfect gift for someone (or yourself!) while wandering among all of the great souvenirs at the German Corner. The German Corner features everything from steins to cookbooks to authentic German clothing. Browse their selection ahead of time at www.germanplaza.com.
 

There's great activities for the kids, too! We have an entire area just for kids and their families! The German School of Tacoma will be on site with special arts and crafts projects. Thirsty kids will also want to be sure to have a tall cold one in the Crater Lake Root Biergarten! Kids won't want to miss the opportunity to take part in an authentic May Pole dance with members of the Enzian Schuhplattler Dancers!

Kids of all ages can get FREE airbrush tattoos from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. each day!

   
The Festhalle Gift Haus is your place to stop for Oktoberfest NW branded items, including the 2007 edition of the collectable Oktoberfest drinking gloves! The Gift Haus features Oktoberfest steins of every size and design! We'll also be handing out buttons and other fun prizes throughout the weekend- make sure to get yours! Gift Haus merchandise is located at each beer ticket booth.