IRON MOUNTAIN OKTOBERFEST 2026
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH | 12 PM – 9 PM (CDT)
SPONSORED BY
Raise your steins and break out the lederhosen and dirndl—Oktoberfest is back in Downtown Iron Mountain on Saturday, September 26th!
The 12th Annual Oktoberfest is bringing Bavaria to Downtown Iron Mountain! Enjoy live music by Norton & Chartier, Dorf Kapelle, and Govern, proudly sponsored by Iron Mountain Area Tourism, and savor delicious German food from Millie’s Market, Dublin’s Paddy Wagon, and Harmony Hearth Bakery. Get ready for a day filled with fun for the whole family—complete with traditional Oktoberfest games, a Children’s Area with face painting and jumps, festive drinks, lively polka, and plenty of Bavarian cheer. Whether you are coming for the food, music, beer, wine, or dancing, there’s something for everyone at Oktoberfest. Prost!
ADMISSION IS $10
CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER ARE FREE
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Noon: Doors Open
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Children’s Area Open
12:00 PM – 2 PM: Norton & Chartier kick off the music!
2 PM – 2:30 PM: Mr. & Mrs. Oktoberfest Competition (scroll down the page to sign up in advance)
2:45 PM – 5:45 PM: Dorf Kapelle takes the stage for some authentic Oktoberfest music!
5:45 PM – 6:30 PM: Stein Holding Competition (scroll down to sign up in advance)
6:30 PM – 9 PM: Govern takes the stage!
8:45 PM: Last call for alcohol
9:00 PM: Doors Close
Attendees are encouraged to dress in their best Oktoberfest attire—think dirndls, lederhosen, alpine hats, and plenty of festive flair!
MUSIC LINE-UP
Sponsored By the Tourism Association of the Dickinson County Area
OKTOBERFEST ACTIVITES
Mr. & Ms. Oktoberfest Competition (18+)
Show off your Oktoberfest spirit during the Mr. & Ms. Oktoberfest competition (18+)! Contestants will be judged on attire, German trivia, and German word pronunciation. Winners earn the title of Mr. & Ms. Oktoberfest for the year. Sign up at the event or click the button below!
Men & Womens Steinholding Contest (21+)
Join us for the Men’s and Women’s Stein Holding competitions (21+ ONLY)! Hold a full stein straight out for as long as possible to win the coveted beer boot (“bierstiefel”). Official rules from the U.S. Steinholding Association. Sign up at the event or click the button below.
Hammerschlagen & Other Yard Games
Try your hand at Hammerschlagen, a traditional German game where players take turns driving nails into a wooden stump with the wedge end of a hammer. Along with Hammerschlagen, guests can enjoy classic yard games like cornhole and giant Jenga—perfect for a little friendly competition throughout the day.
CHILDREN'S AREA (12 PM - 6 PM)
Click Here to Sponsor the Children’s Area
Children’s Area at Oktoberfest
Bring the whole family to enjoy a day of fun in the Children’s Area from 12 PM – 6 PM! Kids of all ages will love the inflatable bounce house, slide, obstacle course, and toddler playland.
The Children’s Area will also feature professional face painting by D’s Creative Faces for 5 Tickets.
FOOD VENDORS
Each of these talented food vendors is serving up authentic German-inspired dishes and sweet treats. From savory favorites to festive desserts, there’s something delicious for everyone to enjoy
Harmony Hearth Bakery
Menu coming soon!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Oktoberfest cannot happen without the help of volunteers! We are looking for people age 14+ to help with a variety of tasks. These tasks include everything from manning the front entrance, to selling pop and water, to helping to pour Oktoberfest beer and wine (must be 21+ to do this station). We also have three shifts available throughout the day, giving you plenty of time to simply enjoy the festival.
To show our appreciation, all volunteers will receive a DDA Volunteer shirt, FREE event admission, $10 in drink tickets, and $10 in food vouchers to use at the event. Third-shift volunteers receive $15 in drink tickets and food vouchers, as we recognize that working late can be challenging.
Click on the link above to view lodging options within Dickinson County. For those interested in staying at Towneplace Suites by Marriott, please use the following link to access special event pricing: Discount Link. Towneplace Suites is located within walking distance to all DDA events.
DANKE SCHöN!
2026 OKTOBERFEST SPONSORS!
SIGNATURE SPONSOR
MUSIC SPONSOR
PLATINUM SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSOR
HEATER DONATION
Frequently Asked Questions
Tickets are non-refundable unless the festival is cancelled.
All ages are welcome to attend. You will be asked to show ID. Attendees under 21 years of age will receive a red wristband and those over 21 years of age will receive a blue wristband.
Yes! Attendees are welcome to come and go throughout the day, but must still be wearing a wristband for re-entry.
There will be soft drinks and other n/a refreshments for sale.
Yes. We will have food trucks on site. There are also tables and chairs set up around the festival site for you to sit down to enjoy your meal.
Outside alcohol, glass containers, animals*, bicycles, skateboards, roller-skates/rollerblades, or motorized vehicles.
*With the exception of licensed service dogs as required by the State of Michigan