2026
Meridian
Oktoberfest
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD, 2026
10 AM - 9 PM
Downtown Meridian - Idaho Ave & 2nd St.
Join thousands of attendees for a full day of German-inspired food, local craft beer, live music, competitions, family activities, and community celebration.
WHY ATTEND
THE SIGHTS, SOUNDS &
FLAVORS OF OKTOBERFEST
Right in the heart of Downtown Meridian -
a full day built for beer lovers, music fans, families, and everyone in between.
Local Beer & Beverages
The streets of Downtown Meridian are yours. We've closed the road so you can roam freely with a cold one in hand - true Oktoberfest style.
Grab a wristband on-site (must be 21+ with valid ID) and choose from local favorites Loose Screw Beer Co., Voodoo Brewery Meridian, Sockeye Brewery, and 127 Saloon.
Local Artisan, Retail, & Service Vendors
Over 60 vendors. Zero reasons to leave empty-handed. Browse handmade goods, local retail, and service businesses all in one place - right in the heart of Downtown Meridian.
Live Music & Bands
Good beer deserves great music. Boise Edelweiss sets the Oktoberfest mood all day long, and evening headliner Soul Patch brings the night home. Live music from open to close - no cover, no catch.
Competitions & Contests
Join the fun with contests for adults and kids throughout the day, including stein holding, yodeling, pretzel tossing, a polka dance-off, eating contests, and more!
Food for Every Taste
Enjoy bratwurst, pretzels, and traditional Oktoberfest favorites, plus a variety of other delicious options from local food vendors.
Family-Friendly Activities
Bring the whole family for a day of kid-friendly crafts, games, contests, and activities designed for all ages.
PLAN YOUR DAY
EVENT SCHEDULE
10:00 AM: Event Opens
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Children’s Activities - Sponsored by Children's Museum of Idaho - Generations Plaza
11:00 AM: Youth Strudel Eating Contest (8-14 years old) - Sponsored by Boran Coffee Lounge - Main Stage
12:00 PM - 3:45 PM: Boise Edelweiss - Main Stage
12:00 AM: Best Dressed Oktoberfest Attire Contest - Main Stage
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Corn Hole Tournament - Frontier Park
2:00 PM: Pretzel Tossing Game - Sponsored by Boran Lounge - Generations Plaza
4:00 PM: Strudel Eating Contest - Sponsored by Boran Coffee Lounge - Main Stage
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Beer Pong Tournament - Sponsored by Smile Spirits - Centennial Park
6:30 PM: Brat Eating Contest - Sponsored by Valley Wide Cooperative - Main Stage
7:20 PM: Stein Hold at Sunset Contest - Sponsored by Loose Screw Brewery - Main Stage
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Soul Patch - Main Stage
9:00 PM: Event Ends
Cultural Activities & Contests
Children's Activities
Bring the kids and stop by Generations Plaza between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM for a variety of fun, hands-on craft projects designed to spark creativity and celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest. Put on by The Children's Museum of Idaho.
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Located: Generations Plaza
Youth Strudel Eating Contest
Calling all young competitors! Kids ages 8–14 can take the stage and race to finish their strudel in this fun Oktoberfest challenge.
Cheer them on as they compete for bragging rights and see who can finish first!
Time: 11:00 AM
Located: Main Stage
Sponsor: Boran Coffee Lounge
Best Dressed Oktoberfest Attire Contest
Break out the lederhosen, dirndls, and your best Oktoberfest look. We’re looking for the most festive attire of the day, so come dressed to impress and show off your Oktoberfest spirit.
Cheer on the contestants and see who takes home bragging rights for the best-dressed look.
Time: 12:00 PM
Located: Main Stage
Adult Strudel Eating Contest
Come hungry and get ready to compete. Contestants will race to finish their strudel as fast as they can while the crowd cheers them on from the Main Stage.
Think you have what it takes to be the fastest strudel eater at Meridian Oktoberfest? Step up and prove it.
Time: 4:00 PM
Located: Main Stage
Sponsor: Boran Coffee Lounge
Cornhole Tournament
Think you’ve got game? This isn’t just a casual backyard round - it’s a real cornhole tournament, so come ready to compete.
Players will sign up through the Cornholio app, and Frontier Park will be hosting the tournament.
Bring your partner, bring your best toss, and see how far you can make it through the bracket.
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Located: Frontier Park
Pretzel Tossing Game
Grab a partner and test your aim in this fun Oktoberfest challenge. One player wears a plunger headpiece while their partner tries to toss an inflatable pretzel and land it on top.
It’s a silly, competitive game that kids and adults can both enjoy.
Time: 2:00 PM
Located: Generations Plaza
Sponsor: Boran Lounge
Beer Pong Tournament
Join the action at Centennial Park for our Oktoberfest Beer Pong Tournament. Teams will compete in a friendly tournament atmosphere for prizes and bragging rights.
Whether you're playing or spectating, this event promises plenty of excitement and camaraderie.
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Located: Centennial Park
Sponsor: Smile Spirits
Brat Eating Contest
One of Oktoberfest's most anticipated competitions returns as contestants go head-to-head to see who can consume the most bratwurst. Expect big appetites, enthusiastic crowds, and plenty of unforgettable moments.
Time: 6:30 PM
Located: Main Stage
Sponsor: Valley Wide Cooperative
Stein Hold at Sunset Contest
Presented by Loose Screw Brewery, this classic Oktoberfest challenge tests endurance and determination. Participants will hold a filled stein straight out in front of them for as long as possible. The last person standing earns ultimate bragging rights and a well-deserved championship title.
Time: 7:20 PM
Located: Main Stage
Sponsor: Loose Screw Brewery Co.
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BEER VENDORS
(must be 21+ with valid ID)
Loose Screw Beer Co.
Meridian's only craft brewery, and proud of it. Owned and operated by Mike and Pam Garcia, Loose Screw has become a true community gathering spot - award-winning brews, a family-friendly vibe, and roots that run deep right here in the Treasure Valley. Find them pouring at Oktoberfest and then go visit them in Downtown Meridian.
127 Saloon
Downtown Meridian's go-to country western bar is bringing the good times to Meridian Oktoberfest. Known for rustic charm, craft cocktails, and a menu full of western-twisted comfort food, 127 Saloon is a Treasure Valley favorite, and their pours are just as bold as their personality.
Voodoo Brewery Meridian
A full-service, family-friendly brewpub serving elevated pub food and world-class beer right here in Meridian. Voodoo Brewery brings serious craft to a laid-back atmosphere, and they're bringing their best to Meridian Oktoberfest.
Sockeye Brewery
A true Treasure Valley institution. Brewing award-winning ales and lagers in Boise, Idaho since 1996, Sockeye has spent nearly three decades perfecting the craft. From their flagship Dagger Falls IPA to rotating seasonal favorites, you'll prost all night long.
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LIVE MUSIC BANDS
Authentic German Music: Boise Edelweiss
Idaho's premier and oldest German music band, serving the Treasure Valley for over 35 years and specializing in authentic Oktoberfest beer garden music. Polkas, waltzes, marches, and traditional beer garden medleys, Boise Edelweiss brings the sounds of Bavaria straight to Downtown Meridian. If you've ever wondered what a real Oktoberfest feels like, this is it.
Headliner: Soul Patch
Boise's premiere country and rock cover band, entertaining the Treasure Valley since 2013. With an eclectic setlist spanning the Eagles, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Zac Brown Band, and more, Soul Patch is a 7-piece powerhouse packed with skilled soloists and tight harmonies delivering loads of country, rock, and blues hits. They're closing out Meridian Oktoberfest as our evening headliner, and trust us, you'll want to stick around for it.
Become a Sponsor
Meridian Oktoberfest is more than a festival - it's one of the most visible community events of the year. Sponsoring puts your brand in front of thousands of Treasure Valley attendees and shows your commitment to the community that supports your business.
Why did the Meridian Chamber start Meridian Oktoberfest?
Reserve Your Vendor Booth
There's no better place to meet your next loyal customer than right in the heart of Downtown Meridian. With thousands of attendees moving through the festival all day, a vendor booth at Meridian Oktoberfest puts your business, your products, and your story directly in front of the community you serve.
Downtown Meridian Idaho
Idaho, 2nd St., & Broadway will be closed due to the festivities.