Held one week prior to the Festival. Sponsored by: Robin’s Nest Salon.
In true German fashion, the festival officially begins with the tapping of the first keg of bier.
Held Friday evening during a band break.
Held during a band break. Sponsored by Bon Ton Bakery
Register at randyschopenfoundation.org/run.
Registration at 9:15 a.m. in the Linden Garten. Age categories are: 0 to 2, 3 to 5, and 6 to 12 years old. Costume contest for both Homemade and Authentic costumes. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd & Honorable Mention in each category. Contact Person: Kelly Becker (920) 674-4244
Participant ribbons to the first 25 entries. Three trophies awarded. King’s Choice for Best Pre-War, Queen’s Choice for Best Post-War and President’s Choice for Overall Favorite. Contact Person: Bill Becker Sponsored by: Aumann’s Service, Inc. & NAPA Auto Supply
Registration for Euchre starts at 9:00 a.m.,with play to begin at 10:00 a.m. SHARP! Trophies & prize money for 1st place with prize money to the rest as determined by the number of participants. Registration fee of $2.00 is required as is a button for admission to the grounds, BUT there is free admission from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. All money is given out in prizes. Sponsored by: Griffin Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Jefferson
Event to be held ‘after’ the Ethnic Costume Contest. Registration is at 10:45 a.m. Age groups for Little Tykes: 18-23 months, 24-29 months, 30-35 months, 36-41 months, 42-47 months Age groups for Big Wheels: 3-4; 5-6; and 7-8 Maximum weight for Little Tykes is 35 pounds (Big Wheels provided by Gemuetlichkeit Days) Organized and run by the Jefferson Optimist Club
In this fun race, children are given plastic steins filled with water that they must carry with them through an obstacle course.
Five Categories plus Best Of Show. Cash for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Entreés, desserts, soups & salads. Contact Person(s): Wendy Bentheimer (920)253-9205 & Chris Bentheimer (920)253-1633 Sponsored by: Just Imagine Catering
Who doesn't know how to polka? Well, in case it's you, no need to worry. The Wisconsin Polka Boosters is offering Polka Hop Lessons that will get you up to speed so you can polka to the great sounds of our musical entertainment to your heart's content. Sponsored by: Wisconsin Polka Boosters
Registration for Schafskopf begins at 12:30 p.m. and play begins at 1:30 p.m. Trophies & prize money for 1st place with prize money to the rest as determined by the number of participants. Registration fee of $2.00 is required as is a button for admission to the grounds, BUT there is free admission from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. All money is given out in prizes. Sponsored by: Griffin Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Jefferson
This simple game reportedly dates back to the first Oktoberfest in 1810. The object is to pound one’s own nail into the wood before your opponent! Test your skills pounding nails into a log while holding a drink in your other hand. Contact Person: Bob Gruennert Sponsored by: Watson Ace Hardware – Lake Mills
Masskrugstemmen, which loosely translates to the “lifting of a liter mug of beer”, is a well-known and a competitive Bavarian sport. The “Masskrug,” a 1-liter stein, is held with one arm, completely stretched out and parallel to the floor. Sound easy? The current U.S. record is 14 minutes, 2 seconds! Ages 18 and older, men’s and women’s divisions Contact Person: Bob Gruennert Sponsored by: Awaken Salon and Wellness Spa
There are currently no contests scheduled on Sunday, but come and enjoy the great Gemuetlichkeit Days Parade in downtown Jefferson at noon. Then head out to the Jefferson County Fair Park to listen or dance to the Tom Brusky Band with no admission button required. The grand prize drawing for the $1,000 will be held at 6 p.m. in the Black Forest Garten.
