The Meaning Behind Which Side to Tie the Dirndl On
The dirndl costume represents and celebrates the Bavarian culture. The placement of your dirndl's apron waist bow or knot in particular has a significant meaning. Learn more here.
Willkommen to the longest-running Oktoberfest in the Midwest.
Some come for the epic parades, others for the biergarten. If you’re German or just looking for an excuse to wear a dirndl or some lederhosen—we’re happy you’re here.
So, raise a stein and prost to 60 years of gemütlichkeit and cheer—it’s what makes us das beste!
Fest with the beste
Take me to the golden keg
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Oktoberfest 2020 Canceled
It is with great disappointment that the La Crosse Festivals Board has made the difficult decision to cancel Oktoberfest USA for 2020.
The Story of Oktoberfest's Traditional Lederhosen
When you think Oktoberfest, you may envision beer and pretzels, but most of all, the traditional fashion of the men’s lederhosen. Tap the link above to read the full story on how these traditional leather breeches came to be.
Danke schön!
