Come to Security Service Field Oct. 19-21 for a lively weekend of Bavarian fun at the inaugural Colorado Springs Oktoberfest!  Authentic German music, dancing, food and beverages will be featured.

An Oktoberfest 5K starts off the Saturday festivities with a special commemorative stein for the first 400 runners.
There will be German costume contests, brat-eating contests, a Stein-hoisting competition and a Dachshund Dash!  Bring your speedy wiener dog to race against the clock or compete for Best-Dressed Dachshund.

The Kids Area will include fun activities for the youngsters.Additional information, ticket prices and the schedule for the Colorado Springs Oktoberfest is available at www.csoktoberfest.com or by calling 719.635.8803.

SCHEDULE

Friday, October 19, 4 p.m. to Midnight
6 p.m. Keg Tapping Ceremony
7 p.m.  Primetime Band
8 p.m. German Dancers

Saturday, October 20, Noon to Midnight
11 a.m. Oktoberfest 5K
2 p.m. Dachshund Dash
3 p.m. Primetime Band
4 p.m. Brat eating Contest
5 p.m. Costume Contest
7 p.m. Stein Hoisting Prelims
7 p.m.  Primetime Band
8 p.m. German Dancers
9 p.m. Stein hoisting Finals

Sunday, October 21 / Family Day, Noon to 6 p.m.
Noon: Primetime Band
12:30p.m. OkTUBAfest
2 p.m. Brat eating Contest
3 p.m.  Bell Ringers
4 p.m. Costume Contest