ACTIVITIES & ATTIRE
SHOW OFF AND SHOW OUT!
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Contests for All!
Join one, join two, join three or more!
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MASSKRUGSTEMMEN
Stein-Hoisting Contest
Have you ever had the urge to be in a decent level of discomfort while people stare at you? Then boy! Do we have the contest for you! Click below to find out more!
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RUNNING OF THE WIENERS
Weiner Dog Race
Occurring on 1.OCT.23 at 3:30PM, an event that appreciates when you show off your wiener! The winning pups receive PetSmart giftcards so sign your furry friend up below!
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BRATWURST WETTESSEN
Bratwurst Eating Contest | $10 Entry Fee
10 minutes of bratwursts to the face bring out some fierce competitors. Dinner, crowd cheers, an impressive prize, and (let’s face it) everyone is walking away a full-bellied winner.
SIGN-UP IN-PERSON
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DIRNDL VS LEDERHOSEN
Best-Dressed Contest
Judged on authenticity, overall look, crowd cheer, and judge’s opinion. Oh! It also doesn’t hurt to add in some performance points. Time to show off!
SIGN-UP IN PERSON
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Dress to Impress
Clothes are a huge part of every culture – especially Oktoberfest!
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Learn about the origin of the Dirndl and how history has impacted how it looks today.
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It takes more than a patterned shirt or apron to create these cultural outfits!
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Some More Ways to Celebrate...
Here’s a look at what we do to help make your Oktoberfest with us a memorable one!
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Specialty Beer Releases
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Oktoberfest Plates & Brunch
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Live Polka Music
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Oktoberfest Memorabilia
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UT Watch Parties
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