join us Saturday
October 4th, 2025
10 AM - 9 PM | Downtown Meridian - Idaho Ave & 2nd St.
Oktoberfest is an iconic Bavarian festival that brings people together from all corners of the globe to celebrate German culture, music, and, of course, beer! Last year was Meridian's second Oktoberfest with over 10,000 people in attendance. This year we're expecting even more!
We have a fantastic lineup of activities planned to keep the excitement going all day long. Whether you're a music enthusiast, a foodie, or someone who enjoys lively contests, there's something for everyone at our Oktoberfest.
Interested? Keep scrolling to learn more.
Event Calendar
*most contests are located at Festival Square (intersection of Idaho & 2nd)
10:00 am - Open!
11:00 am - 1:00 pm TBD Band at Las Calaveras Stage at Generations Plaza
11:45 am - YOUTH Strudel Eating Contest (8-14 years old) (15ppl)
1:00 pm - Best Dressed Oktoberfest Attire Contest
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Corn Hole Tournament at Frontier Park
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm TBD Band at Vault Stage at Centennial Park
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm TBD Band at Las Calaveras Stage at Generations Plaza
2:30 pm - Strudel Eating Contest (15 ppl)
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Keg Toss Contest in Centennial Park (no limit of ppl)
5:00 pm - Beer Pong Contest (16 ppl)
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm TBD Band at The Vault Stage at Centennial Park
6:30 pm - Brat Eating Contest (15 ppl)
7:15 pm - Stein Hold at Sunset Contest (limit 150 ppl)
9:00 pm - Closed
Bands
The Vault Stage at Centennial Park
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Boise Eidelweiss Band
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm TBD
Las Calaveras Stage at Generations Plaza:
11:00 am - 1:00 pm TBD
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm TBD
Cultural Activities & Contests
YOUTH
Strudel Eating Contest
The first one to finish the entire pastry and display an empty mouth WINS!
Costume Contest
The first one to finish the entire pastry and display an empty mouth WINS!
ADULTS
Strudel Eating Contest
The first one to finish the entire pastry and display an empty mouth WINS!
Costume Contest
Come dressed to impress! Break out those Lederhosen best festival garb! Let's get into the spirit of Oktoberfest!
Stein Hold at Sunset Contest
Last one standing (or in this case holding...) WINS!
Beer Pong Contest
Join in a classic game of beer pong! Only 16 spots are available.
Corn Hole Contest
Sign up for our Cornhole Competition through Scoreholio!
Keg Toss Contest
Show off that strength and how far you can throw the keg! The longest toss WINS!
Braat Eating Contest
The person to finish their plate of Braats & Sauerkraut WINS!
Vendors
Idaho, 2nd St., & Broadway will be closed due to the festivities.