Several Oktoberfest Events Set Saturday At WinonaWINONA LAKE – Enjoy a variety of German-themed activities Saturday when The Village at Winona will host its annual Oktoberfest.
The day-long event will conclude with a fun run/ride and live music and beer in The Garden, according to The Village’s website.
There will be giveaways in the evening, including a new cruiser bike. All ages will find activities for them during Oktoberfest, which is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.
The Porsche Show along the canal and a homemade streusel contest in the activity tent gets things started at 11 a.m.
Beginning at 1 p.m., there will be polka dancing lessons and a contest in the activity tent.
Kids’ activities with Spoonful of Imagination will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the center pavilion. Train rides also will be available during that time frame.
The Garden opens at 5 p.m. as the 60 Minute Fat & Flat Hash Ride/Run begins. According to the website, ride, run or walk the trails or greenway. Complete as many loops as you want during the hour, and pass through the Garden each lap for a free beer. Registration fee goes to support the Winona trails.
Race registration and check-in begins at 4:30 p.m., with the race starting at 5 p.m. At 6 p.m. is the Finish Line After Party with Winona Bike Works.
Oktoberfest wraps up with live music from 6:30 to 10:45 p.m.
