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.Β
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.
πΊ 2025 #SHOPCOVE Oktoberfest Contest Schedule πΊ
π Saturday, September 20th β’ Downtown Copperas Cove β’ 4 PM β 10 PM
π± All Day (4 PM β 10 PM)
Digital Passport Challenge β 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 β Bavarian Attire Contest β Hosted by The House on Main
Categories: Best Lederhosen β’ Best Dirndl β’ Best Dressed Couple β’ Best Dressed Kid
Prizes: Gift certificates for drinks, hair care, massage, and boutique shopping!
6:30 PM β Yodeling Contest β 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 β Brat Eating Contest β Hosted by Herb & Earnie's
Rules: Eat the most brats in 10 minutes⦠hands behind your back!
Prize: $25 gift certificate to Herb & Earnieβs!
8:00 PM β Sausage Tossing Contest β Hosted by Refresh Spa & Salon
Rules: Toss & catch sausages in your aprons β farthest apart team wins!
Prizes: Gift certificates for Refresh Salon services (2 winners)!
9:00 PM β Stein Holding Contest β 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.