Pierz Oktoberfest
Annual Pierz Oktoberfest
Pierz Oktoberfest is a cherished annual celebration held in Pierz, Minnesota, honoring the town’s German heritage with a weekend full of festivities. Scheduled for August 23-24, 2025, this event brings together residents and visitors for a variety of activities that highlight community spirit and cultural traditions.
Fun Festivities For All
The festivities kick off on Saturday morning with the Oktoberfest 5K Run, offering participants a scenic route through the town. Later in the day, attendees can enjoy the Walkin’ Wings event featuring live music performances, beer garden and chicken wing varieties to try throughout main street. The highlight of the weekend is the Lions Club Parade on Sunday at 11:00 AM, featuring colorful floats, and community groups marching through the streets of Pierz. Following the parade you can walk to the Pierz Park for German food, fresh pie, cold beer, drawings, contests, entertainment, and live German music and dancing.
All Day Fun
Family-friendly activities abound, including a petting zoo, bounce houses, face painting, push-pedal-pull contest for kids, and keg toss for adults. The celebration also features traditional German dishes like bratwurst with sauerkraut, Gemuse stew, and Haluski, as well as German beers served in the beer garden. Stay in Pierz for the weekend and enjoy all the festivities.