14th Annual Oktoberfest

Name: 14th Annual Oktoberfest
Start: 2025-10-04T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-10-04T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Gull Lake, Minnesota

Schedule

Sat Oct 04 2025 at 11:00 am to 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Gull Lake, Minnesota | Nisswa, MN

Break out the lederhosen and raise your stein—Oktoberfest 2025 is coming to Gull Lake! Join hundreds of friends, neighbors, and beer lovers as we take over eight of the area’s favorite bars for a full day of brats, brews, and Bavarian fun.
This isn’t just any pub crawl—it’s a rolling Oktoberfest party on wheels! Hop aboard our Trobec’s shuttles, sip your way through a lineup of craft and seasonal beers, and collect stamps in your passport for a shot at great prizes. With live music, festive specials, and plenty of cheer, it’s the fall tradition you don’t want to miss.
The Crawl
-8 Participating Bars: Zorbaz, Cowboys, Sunshine Summerhouse, Cragun’s, Sidetrack, Ernie’s, Roundhouse, and Quarterdeck.
-Exclusive Passports: Visit each location, collect stamps, and turn in your completed passport for a chance to win great prizes.
-Live Entertainment & Specials: Each stop offers unique food, drinks, and festive Oktoberfest flair.
Shuttles & Transportation
-Comfort & Safety First: All shuttle service this year will be provided by Trobec’s Bus Service, ensuring a smooth, safe, and reliable ride all day long.
-Shuttles run continuously between participating bars, starting at 11:15 AM from Cowboys and Sunshine.
-Last shuttle pickup is at 7:00 PM sharp, so plan your crawl accordingly!
-Wristbands are required to ride. IDs will be checked before wristband distribution.
-Yes, drinks are allowed on the bus—ride safely and keep the fun going!
Wristband & Mug Pick-Up:
When you buy your tickets online, you’ll be assigned a pickup location. On event day, bring a copy of your confirmation to pick up your wristband and commemorative mug at that same pickup location.
Passport Prize Drawing
Every completed passport turned in at your final stop enters you for a chance to win! This adds a fun, competitive twist and encourages you to explore every participating location.
Supporting a Great Cause
Oktoberfest isn’t just about having fun—it’s about making a difference. All proceeds support Confidence Learning Center, a nonprofit outdoor education and recreation facility for individuals of all abilities. Your good time helps us provide life-changing experiences for our campers.

Event Details at a Glance
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 11 AM – 7 PM
Locations: 8 bars around Gull Lake (full GPS-friendly list available)
Tickets/Wristbands: Required for shuttle access and participation
Thank you
Thanks to our amazing partners and sponsors—including Bernick’s, C&L Distributing, Dahlheimer Beverage, and Gull Lake Events—who help make this unforgettable event possible.