Whether you're posin' with the lederhosen, making your wurst decisions, or saying "Prost!" the most, the 21st Annual Oktoberfest at The District at Prairie Trail is going to fill your cup, one stein of German lager at a time.

‘tis the season to wiesn

Oktoberfest 2025

DAY 1
Friday, Sept. 26
3pm-12am

DAY 2
Saturday, Sept. 27
12pm-12am

NEW LOCATION
The District at Prairie Trail, Ankeny
thedistrictpt.com

Get Tickets

on sale friday, july 18 at 10am

Tickets: $25 in advance, includes admission for both days and a commemorative acrylic Oktoberfest stein

schedule

FRIDAY, SEPT. 26

3:00 pm - Tapping of the Golden Keg with FEER BEER while it lasts!

3:00 pm - Barefoot Becky & Her Ivanhoe Dutchmen

4:30 pm - Malek's Fishermen

6:00 pm - Jim Kucera Band

8:00 pm - Silent Disco Begins

8:45 pm - Polka Zeit

9:30 pm - Bier Maiden Contest

10:00 pm - Polka Zeit

12:00 am – Doors Close

saturday, sept. 27

12:00 pm - Dirty Champagne

1:30 pm - The Guilty Pleasures

3:00 pm - Polka Police

4:00 pm - Celebrity Stein Holding Contest

5:30 pm - Schnitzel Bier Band

7:00 pm - Betrunken Messing

8:00 pm - Silent Disco Begins

9:30 pm - Masskrugstemmen Contest

10:00 pm - Polka Police

12:00 am – Doors Close

FAQ

This move allows us to expand and create an even more vibrant, unforgettable experience for all. The District offers a prefect blend of a pedestrian-friendly layout with great amenities and ample space for all the Oktoberfest traditions you love!
CAN BRING: chairs, blankets, umbrellas, small backpacks, empty water bottle, your own empty Oktoberfest stein
DON’T BRING: illegal drugs, weapons, pets (service animals only), outside food or beverages, coolers
If tickets do not sell out in advance, you can buy tickets with cash or credit at the door.
There is ample free parking all around The District.
Yes! All tickets provide admission to both days. If you attend Friday, keep your wristband on and show your stein upon entry on Saturday.
Kids under 12 do not require a ticket and are allowed until 8pm. After 8pm, the event is 21+ only.
Yes! We'll have bike parking available!

To participate in the Stein Holding or Bier Maiden competitions, keep an eye out for our Burgermeister (our main stage host) to get signed up. They usually start signing people up 90 minutes before the contest, but there's no harm in checking early!
Delicious food & drink is a big component of Oktoberfest! We will have a wide assortment of drinks (beer, liquor and mixed drinks, shots, n/a options) and food (authentic German fare and festival favorites).
We will have cider and liquor available for our gluten free attendees.
Enjoy three DJs mixing live and battling for your attention as you experience it through your own wireless headset. You control the volume and the channel as you dance the night away at this silent party put on by Silent Disco DSM. The Silent Disco is open from 8pm – 12am.
Credit cards and cash will be accepted. Please note that no ATMS will be located onsite, plan accordingly.