September 26 & 27, 2025

the district at prairie Trail• Ankeny

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Celebrate Oktoberfest traditions in true German style at Des Moines’ Original 21st Annual Oktoberfest at its new home in The District at Prairie Trail in Ankeny.

Last year was wild… and this year we’re going BIGGER.

50+ beers • More tents • More bands • More competitions • One unforgettable weekend.

DAY 1
Friday, Sept. 26
3pm-12am

DAY 2
Saturday, Sept. 27
12pm-12am

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Get tickets for $25 in advance ($30 day of), includes admission for both days with free parking, a commemorative acrylic Oktoberfest stein, and your first drink free!

Yes, there’s lotS of beer. plus so much more.

Beer

First we tap the golden keg. Then start sipping, 'cause we’ll have 50+ different beers for you to try.

Music

Polkas over here, German drinking songs over there. Festive live music will accompany you all weekend.

Games

We’ll have all your favorite German games including Koenigschlagen, stein pong, cornhole (mais loch) & more!

Food

Bratwurst, schnitzel, pork, oh my! Give all the traditional German dishes a try. And don’t forget your pretzel necklace!

Competitions

Prepare your arms! The Stein Holding {Masskrugstemmen} Contest and Bier Maiden competitions will test your talents.

Silent Disco

Perhaps its origins aren’t entirely Bavarian, but our silent disco is sure to be authentically FUN.

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