Marion Oktoberfest

MARION OKTOBERFEST
September 16, 2023 | Noon - 3:00 pm

Enjoy a fun afternoon sampling a wide variety of beer brands and styles at the 2023 Marion Oktoberfest. The event features the best breweries in Iowa and surrounding areas. Reps will be on hand to visit with and educate beer enthusiasts!

The festival will take place on 7th Avenue in the heart of Marion's historic district, Uptown Marion. Each attendee will receive a commemorative tasting glass, access to samples, and complementary water. Music and games, traditional stein holding contest, hammerschlagen, and awards for best dressed!

Attendees must be 21 years of age or older to participate, IDs will be scanned at the entrance to the event.

Brewers

Interested in being part of 2023 Oktoberfest? Applications are now open!

Brewer Information

Brewer Application

Tickets

Tickets go on sale in July! More information to come
Ticket Hours
11 am - 3:00 pm VIP
Noon - 3:00 pm General Admission

Games

Ticket holders! Try your luck at games in Celebration Tent!

Stein Holding Contest
Think you can outlast the competition? The contest will have a Men's and Women's category. All steins will be of equal weight and stature. Join in the fun at 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30 pm in the tent.

Hammerschlagen
What is hammerschlagen? This is a fun, German game in which several contestants try to hammer a nail into a stump. There are rules. It's harder than you think! Join us in Celebration Tent and give it a swing.

Safe Ride Home Options and Designated Drivers

Please drink responsibly. The following cab and taxi services, among others, operate in the area. Designated driver? Come enjoy the fun, music, and food vendors and be a safe ride home for your group. Ticket purchase not necessary.
Century Cab: 319-365-0505
Yellow Cab: 319-365-1444
Uber: See Uber App
Lyft: See Lyft App