Get ready to raise your steins and don your dirndls! Downtown Copperas Cove is set to transform into a Bavarian wonderland for the 2nd Annual #shopcove! Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 4 PM to 10 PM hosted by the Copperas Cove Economic Development Corporation and the Taste of Cove Food Truck Park.
This family-friendly event promises an unforgettable evening of German-inspired festivities, featuring live oompah music by the Pivo & Polka Band, delicious German cuisine, ice-cold beer, exciting contests, and a vendor marketplace showcasing local entrepreneurs and businesses.
Find updates and RSVP for the event here on Facebook.
🍺 2025 #SHOPCOVE Oktoberfest Contest Schedule 🍺
📅 Saturday, September 20th • Downtown Copperas Cove • 4 PM – 10 PM
📱 All Day (4 PM – 10 PM)
Digital Passport Challenge – Hosted by CCEDC Booth
Download the Discover Copperas Cove App
Complete the passport challenge to enter for a raffle basket packed with prizes!
5:30 PM – Bavarian Attire Contest – Hosted by The House on Main
Categories: Best Lederhosen • Best Dirndl • Best Dressed Couple • Best Dressed Kid
Prizes: Gift certificates for drinks, hair care, massage, and boutique shopping!
6:30 PM – Yodeling Contest – Hosted by Taste of Cove Food Truck Park & Rainbow Heart Studio
Loudest & longest yodel wins! (Don't miss the demonstration before the contest!)
Prize: Big basket of Oktoberfest merch!
7:00 PM – Brat Eating Contest – Hosted by Herb & Earnie's
Rules: Eat the most brats in 10 minutes… hands behind your back!
Prize: $25 gift certificate to Herb & Earnie’s!
8:00 PM – Sausage Tossing Contest – Hosted by Refresh Spa & Salon
Rules: Toss & catch sausages in your aprons — farthest apart team wins!
Prizes: Gift certificates for Refresh Salon services (2 winners)!
9:00 PM – Stein Holding Contest – Hosted by Nelson Brew Works
Men & Women's Divisions this year!
Prize: $25 gift certificate to Nelson Brew Works!
Be a Vendor!
Interested in being a vendor for 2025 #SHOPCOVE Oktoberfest? Click HERE to apply!
Notes: this is an application, NOT a registration.
You will be notified beginning May 1st if you are chosen as a vendor. You will be sent a link to register and pay for your spot.
*The last day to apply is Saturday, August 30th or until spots are filled.
BE WARY OF SCAMMERS!
WE WILL NEVER TAKE VENDOR REGISTRATION THROUGH MESSENGER OR CASH APPS.
