Experience the irresistible charm of oompah bands and the joyful clinking of steins as we reunite in 2024!
Enjoy the sounds and tastes of Baraboo Oktoberfest as this ethnic festival brings bands, beers, and games to the Circus World grounds Saturday, September 21st.
Live bands, pretzels, traditional pub contests, and local brews will take over the historic site for the afternoon and evening. It’s a perfect fit, as the Ringlings – and so many other circus impresarios – have German roots.
Celebrate the onset of autumn and enjoy that happy feeling Bavarians call gemutlichkeit!
Presenting Sponsor
With immense gratitude, we are thrilled to announce our presenting sponsor: Fairfield Inn & Suites - Baraboo!
Headliner - The Blue Olives
Regular artists at the House of Blues- Chicago, the Madison-based Blue Olives have performed more than 3,500 shows nationally. Once described as "tight enough to be professional, yet loose enough to be really fun," The Blue Olives feature a horn line, killer vocal harmonies, searing guitar, and a funky rhythm section.
Catch them from 7-9 pm!
2024 Fest Masters
Jackie & Matt Jurvelin
This year's festivities will be led by Fest Masters Matt and Jackie Jurvelin. Both of these longtime Baraboo residents are Oktoberfest aficionados, having attended dozens of such festivals. In fact, Jackie attended her first Oktoberfest in her hometown of La Crosse as an infant, and has only missed that event twice in her life!
On September 21, she and husband Matt will tap the golden keg at Circus World, officially commencing Baraboo Oktoberfest. The couple also will judge the costume contest and preside over the stein-holding competition.