Experience Authentic Oktoberfest in Downtown Douglas — September 20, 2025
Join us for the 2nd annual celebration of community and tradition—no admission fee! We’re bringing Gemütlichkeit to downtown Douglas with street closures, a special exhibition of Wyoming brewers by historic Hotel LaBonte, and classic German foods.
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Location: Downtown Douglas, WY

“Ein Prosit” is a traditional German toast for health and happiness—often shortened to “Prost!” Raise your stein and clink glasses with friends old and new as we celebrate the festive spirit—Prost to an unforgettable Oktoberfest!
What’s Happening
The day starts at 10:30 AM with the Hope Center 5K Run/Walk, followed by a Car Show, the ceremonial Keg Tapping (12:00 PM), a Cornhole Tournament (1:15 PM), Weiner Dog Race (3:00 PM), and a Stein Holding Contest (4:15 PM). Good food, good beer, and good cheer—all day long!
- Stein Holding Contest
- Longdong Wiener Dog Races
- Keg Toss
- Community Paint-by-Number Mural
- Pumpkin decorating & contests
- Hourly “Cheers!” moments throughout the day
Live music, games, contests, local vendors, and family-friendly activities—you won’t want to miss it.
Visit Website Vendor / 5K Registration
Vendors & 5K Details
Vendor spaces available July 1 – Sept 13. A 12’×12’ space is $10 (bring your own table/chairs/shade; decorate for Oktoberfest; setup on the street). Register here: Vendor Registration
The Hope Center’s 5K Fundraiser takes place Sept 20. Details & pre-registration (starting July 1): Click Here.
Brewers: contact Kelly at 307-351-1854.
Volunteers Needed — Sept 20 (Downtown Douglas)
Help us make Oktoberfest amazing! From setup to contests to cleanup, there are lots of ways to pitch in.
- Event setup & teardown (tables, chairs, etc.)
- Trash pickup & event cleanliness
- Vendor check-in assistance
- Helping run contests & activities
- General event support throughout the day
Sign Up to Volunteer

To our Sponsors — we couldn’t do this without you. Danke schön!
Contact Jen Goodwin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 307-358-2000 to be a sponsor.
Biermeister (Beer Master) Sponsors
CONVERSE COUNTY BANK
Prost Sponsor
GREINER FORD
Oompah Sponsors
DEVON ENERGY
Wunderbar Sponsors
DOUGLAS GROCERY
Das Boot Sponsors
THE BODY SHOP
Danke Schön to our Hammer Partners!
Converse County Tourism and Promotion Board
Converse County Master Gardeners
Douglas Budget
The Enterprise
Main Street Douglas
Hotel LaBonte
Laramie Peak Humane Society
Outdoor Enthusiasts of Converse County
Converse Hope Center
Haught Properties
College Inn Bar
Serve Douglas
Glenrock Barbell Club
Village Inn
White Wolf Saloon
Converse County Library
Casper Stammitsch
Good Smiles