September 26 & 27, 2025

lauridsen amphitheater at water works park, des moines

Celebrate Oktoberfest traditions in true German style at Des Moines’ Oktoberfest in beautiful Water Works Park.

You bring the dirndl and lederhosen, we’ll supply the Bavarian beers, ‘kraut and everything you need to get into the spirit.

First we tap the golden keg. Then start sipping, 'cause there are a lot of German beers for you to try.

Polkas over here, German drinking songs over there. Festive live music will accompany you all weekend.

We’ll have all your favorite German games including Koenigschlagen, stein pong, cornhole (mais loch) & more!

Bratwurst, schnitzel, pork, oh my! Give all the traditional German dishes a try. And don’t forget your pretzel necklace!

Prepare your arms! The Stein Holding {Masskrugstemmen} Contest and Bier Maiden competitions will test your talents.

Perhaps its origins aren’t entirely Bavarian, but our silent disco is sure to be authentically FUN.