University of Okoboji Oktoberfest

09/26/2026

AND WE HAVE A WINNER!!! Cal DeJong - CONGRATULATIONS. Please direct message us for details on how to claim your BRAND NEW Bintelli E-Bike from Smart Powersports Of Okoboji.

09/25/2026

‼️PLEASE READ‼️
🍻 OKTOBERFEST UPDATES! 🍻
With the forecast in mind, we’ve been closely monitoring conditions, having ongoing discussions, and making decisions with the experience of our participants in mind.
📍 PACKET PICKUP HAS MOVED!
Packet pickup will now take place at the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce:
565 S. Hwy 71, Suite #3 | Arnolds Park, IA
⏰ Packet Pickup Hours:
• Friday: 9 AM–6 PM
• Saturday: 8 AM–10 AM
Stop by to grab your event shirt and drink tickets before the ride!
🚨 DAY-OF REGISTRATION IS STILL WELCOME! 🚨
Haven’t registered yet? No problem! You can still register Saturday morning and join us for the ride. Whether you’ve been planning for months or are joining us last minute, we can’t wait to see you!
❗ PLEASE NOTE: Activities outside of the bike ride have been cancelled due to the weather and conditions at Preservation Plaza.
🚲 The bike ride is still on! The route will be marked, local businesses will be ready to welcome you, and we encourage you to eat, drink, shop and SUPPORT LOCAL throughout the Iowa Great Lakes this weekend!
🍻 Drink tickets can be redeemed at West O B**r.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we navigate this weekend’s weather. We appreciate your support and can’t wait to raise a glass and hit the road with you! 🍺🚲💙
PROST!

09/23/2026

✨THANK YOU✨ to our Gold and Event Sponsors! We appreciate your continued support! For more information check out uofooktoberfest.com

09/23/2026

✨A tough call, but the right call. We have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2026 Vendor Show due to the weather and the wet conditions of Preservation Plaza. Stay tuned for more updated as we get closer to Saturday.

✨Registrants watch you email and our page for any updates!

09/23/2026

MAPS ARE HERE!

09/21/2026

DID YOU REGISTER!? - don't miss your chance to win a Bintelli M1 E-bike from Smart Powersports Of Okoboji!!

register HERE uofooktoberfest.com and we can't wait to see you Saturday.

🚨🍺 BIKE, B**R & OKTOBERFEST CHEER! 🍺🚨
We are so excited to be partnering with Smart Powersports for another amazing year. Register TODAY for your chance to WIN a BRAND NEW Bintelli E-Bike.

register at uofooktoberfest.com OR in person the morning of the ride.

09/20/2026

🚨🍺 BIKE, B**R & OKTOBERFEST CHEER! 🍺🚨
We are so excited to be partnering with Smart Powersports for another amazing year. Register TODAY for your chance to WIN a BRAND NEW Bintelli E-Bike.

register at uofooktoberfest.com OR in person the morning of the ride.

09/19/2026

✨ONE WEEK✨ Saturday, September 26th is a FREE, family FUN event at Preservation Plaza. Join the fun and put your skills to the test for your chance to WIN! uofoooktoberfest.com has all your information.

09/18/2026

Another year, another group of amazing sponsors. Thank you to The Three Sons, where it all started. WestO for the OFFICIAL University of Okoboji Oktoberfest B**r, and Smart Powersports of Okoboji for our E-Bike giveaway! 🥨🍻🍁🍂🍃🚴‍♂️

Head to uofooktoberfest.com for more information and a full schedule of events.