Galena Oktoberfest
Depot Park · Galena, IL
Oct 3
Dates and hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| SatOct 3 | 11 AM–10 PM |
Location
Details
- Admission
- Paid$10 for adults and teens; children 12 and under free and must be accompanied by an adult.
- Organized by
- Galena Lions Club
- Live music
- German food
- Stein hoisting
- Dachshund races
- Kids activities
The Galena Lions Club has run this one-day Oktoberfest in Depot Park for nineteen years, and 2026 is the 19th annual edition. It runs from late morning to late evening with bratwurst, beer, live polka music and dancing, and alphorn playing. The signature draw is the wiener dog races, alongside a stein hoisting competition and apple cider donuts. A separate Kinder Area gives children pumpkin decorating, lawn games and free root beer.
Plan your visit
Last verified Sep 8, 2026 from galenalions.org
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