Oktoberfest - Sidney Ne

09/02/2026

🏃‍♀️🍂 LACE UP & GIVE BACK AT SIDNEY OKTOBERFEST! 🍂🏃‍♂️

Start your Saturday at the 52nd Annual Sidney Oktoberfest with the SRMC OFEST Run/Walk 2026!

❤️ 5K + 10K
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM
📍 Cheyenne County Community Center

This is more than just a run—it’s a run for a cause! Proceeds will help purchase the Laboratory’s ZipThaw system, a rapid blood plasma warmer used in emergencies. Every mile helps make a difference when seconds count!

🏅 Prizes for overall male & female finishers, age divisions, and youth winners
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun, family-friendly event
👕 Register by September 20 for a guaranteed shirt!

Scan the QR code on the graphic or visit RaceRoster.com and search “Sidney Oktoberfest” to register.

Come run, walk, cheer them on, and then enjoy a full Saturday of Sidney Oktoberfest fun! 🍁🥨🍺

08/31/2026

🎉🍂 THE ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE STARTING! 🍂🎉

We’re excited to kick off the first in a series of posts highlighting the NEW and RETURNING entertainment coming to the 52nd Annual Sidney Oktoberfest! 🇩🇪🎶

First up — Connect 4 Events and Entertainment! They’ll be bringing multiple shows to the Oktoberfest Big Tent throughout the weekend, including the exciting K-POP DEMON HUNTERS SHOW! 🎤🔥💃

⭐ AND HERE’S THE BEST PART — ALL ENTERTAINMENT IN THE BIG TENT IS FREE! ⭐

That’s right! Come out, grab something delicious to eat and drink, find a seat in the Big Tent, and enjoy the entertainment at no charge!

And this is only the beginning! 👀 Over the coming days and weeks, we’ll be introducing even more of the new acts and returning favorites joining us for Oktoberfest weekend.

📅 October 2nd, 3rd & 4th, 2026
📍 Cheyenne County Fairgrounds • Sidney, Nebraska
🌐 SidneyOktoberfest.org

🍁 Stay tuned — we have LOTS more entertainment to reveal!

A celebration including free entertainment from noon-midnight Fri-Sat, a great craft show, farmers market, awesome parade, delicious food at the tent!

08/28/2026

🎉 It’s almost parade time, Sidney! 🎉
We’re excited to celebrate the 52nd Annual Sidney Oktoberfest Parade happening Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 10:00 AM in beautiful Downtown Sidney, Nebraska!

Whether you love floats, marching bands, classic cars, or cheering on community groups, this year’s parade is shaping up to be one of the best yet. And if YOU want to be part of the fun, we’re now accepting parade applications!

👉 Sign up to participate here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf15FN6cauDqASgub6z7I6kDUsxexYBlp8guEf3EK0tlE9vWg/viewform

📍 Free to attend
📞 Coordinator: Michelle Billups — (970) 215‑7819
🇺🇸 Celebrating 250 Years of the USA

Let’s make this year unforgettable, Sidney! 🎈🍂🍺

08/27/2026

🌭🐾 UPDATE! WIENER DOG RACE SIGN-UP FORM ADDED! 🐾🌭

We’ve now added a sign-up form for the Wiener Dog Races at Sidney Oktoberfest! 🎉

If you’re planning to enter your dachshund in the races, you can use the form below to get signed up:

👉 HERE IS THE SIGN-UP FORM:
Wiener Dog Race Sign-Up Form⁠

https://forms.gle/Yc22nt87kwpmBxSn8

We can’t wait to see all those little legs racing for the finish line! 🐶💨🏁🌭

08/10/2026

🍺 SAVE THE DATES! 🍂

The countdown is on! Join us for the 52nd Annual Sidney Oktoberfest at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds in Sidney, Nebraska on October 2nd, 3rd & 4th, 2026.

Get ready for another unforgettable weekend filled with great entertainment, delicious food, cold beer, live music, and all your favorite Oktoberfest traditions. 🍻🎶

We're putting together an exciting lineup of new entertainment along with the fan favorites you've come to know and love, so stay tuned for more announcements in the coming months!

Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and start planning your Oktoberfest weekend now!

📅 October 2nd–4th, 2026
📍 Cheyenne County Fairgrounds – Sidney, Nebraska
🌐 sidneyoktoberfest.org

Prost! 🍺

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A celebration including free entertainment from noon-midnight Fri-Sat, a great craft show, farmers market, awesome parade, delicious food at the tent!

08/03/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT WIENER DOG RACE SCHEDULE UPDATE! 🚨

Please note that we have updated the event schedule for the 52nd Annual Sidney Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds.

🕐 NEW EVENT TIMES:
🐾 1:00 PM – Wiener Dog Costume Contest
🏁 1:30 PM – Wiener Dog Races Begin

If you’ve already saved or shared our previous flyer, please replace it with this updated version so everyone has the correct times.

We can’t wait to see all of your adorable dachshunds dressed in their best costumes and racing down the track! Whether you’re competing or just cheering from the sidelines, it’s sure to be a fun afternoon for the whole family.

📍 Cheyenne County Fairgrounds – Farmers Market Pavilion
📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
💲 FREE to participate and FREE to watch!

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, and tagging your fellow dachshund lovers! 🐶❤️

A celebration including free entertainment from noon-midnight Fri-Sat, a great craft show, farmers market, awesome parade, delicious food at the tent!

07/03/2026

Get ready, Sidney — Oktoberfest is rolling in October 2–4! 🍂🍺
We’re now accepting food vendor applications for this year’s celebration at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds. If you’ve got amazing eats, a food truck, or a crowd‑pleasing specialty, we’d love to have you join the fun.

Good food, good times, cold beer — it’s almost that season!
Contact Becky Rezac at l308) 249-2485 to apply.

07/01/2026

As we move past the Early Bird period, we’re thrilled to welcome sponsors for the 52nd Annual Sidney Oktoberfest — a beloved event that brings together generations of families, local businesses, and visitors for a weekend of fun and celebration. Your sponsorship plays a meaningful role in keeping this tradition vibrant and full of life.

For those who enjoy the ease of QR codes, they’re ready to scan in the graphic. And for anyone who prefers a more traditional or personal way of participating, we’re happy to offer that too. Sponsorships can be mailed to PO Box 91, Sidney, NE 69162, and Donna Juelfs is always available at (308) 249‑0003 to answer questions or help you through the process.

Thank you for supporting an event that brings our community together in such a special way.

06/29/2026

🐾🍂 Calling all wiener dogs and their humans!
We’d LOVE for you to come out and be part of the fun at the 52nd Annual Sidney Oktoberfest Dachshund Derby!

Join us Sunday, October 4th at 2 PM in the Farmers Market Pavilion for a totally free, tail‑wagging good time.

🏅 Best Costume
🏅 Furthest Distance Traveled
🏅 Age Group Medals
🇺🇸 Celebrating 250 Years of the USA

Questions? Contact Jarma Frerichs at 308‑249‑2378.
More details at sidneyoktoberfest.org

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A celebration including free entertainment from noon-midnight Fri-Sat, a great craft show, farmers market, awesome parade, delicious food at the tent!