Oktoberfest at Whitehorse Brewing

Prost! Join us for an authentic German-themed weekend to celebrate Oktoberfest!

Our theme for this year - Hops, Brats & Lederhosen Thoughts - we’ll be immersing you in Bavarian bliss with authentic German food, games and music! - See below for daily itineraries!

Throughout the ENTIRE week, you can find:

• Beerlin Oktoberfest traditional beer on tap

• Stein Holding Contest (rules & info below)

• Great Music!

• Authentic German Food

• German-Themed Photo Booth

• Pretzel Toss Game & Cornhole

• Drink Special - get an Engraved Mug + Fill and traditional German Hat for just $10!

We’ve launched an EXCLUSIVE Oktoberfest T-Shirt on presale NOW through 9/6. Get these shirts at whbrewing.com/shop (or place orders right in the taproom). They’ll be available for pickup in the brewery on the first day of Oktoberfest (9/18).

Thursday 9/18 (open 5-10pm):

- Food: Traditional German Cuisine by The Humble B Cafe

- Stein Holding Competition BEGINS!

- Oktoberfest Shirts Available for Pickup in Brewery

Friday 9/19 (open 5-10pm):

- Food: Delicious BBQ by SmokeDD Out BBQ

- Music: Open Mic Night w/ Screamin’ Blonde

Saturday 9/20 (open 1-10pm):

- Food: Traditional German Cuisine by Meadow Creek Farm Market 3-8pm - featuring bratwurst, German Pretzels, apple strudel and MORE!

- Music: JD & Cindy at 6pm

Sunday 9/21 (open 12-5pm):

- Food: Chili & Cornbread Fest - donations go to the Somerset Chapter of Ducks Unlimited

- Stein Holding ENDS at 4pm - winner announced!!

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Stein Holding Rules & Guidelines:

- Participation: Unlimited attempts allowed per person. All participants must sign a waiver before competing. A $1 donation per attempt is requested, with 100% of proceeds supporting the Berlin Food Pantry.

- Times: Stein Holding will be held throughout the weekend. Thursday & Friday 6-9pm, Saturday 5-9pm and Sunday 1-4pm.

- Stein Rules: Participants use only the official 1-liter steins provided. Hold the stein by the handle only, with thumb not resting on top. Keep arm fully extended, parallel to the ground, with a straight back and upright torso.

- Prohibited Actions: No spilling of the stein’s contents. No use of the other hand for support. No leaning back or shifting weight to gain advantage.

- Winning Criteria: The participant who holds their stein the longest wins. A leaderboard will display the top time throughout the weekend.

- Awards Ceremony: The winner will be announced on Sunday, September 21, at 4:00 PM, when the contest concludes.

- Prizes: The winner receives a personalized engraved trophy stein. Their name and time will be engraved on the ‘Steinley Cup’, a grand trophy stein displayed at the brewery to honor each year’s champion.