#ShopCove Oktoberfest

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.

🍺 2025 #SHOPCOVE Oktoberfest Contest Schedule 🍺

πŸ“… Saturday, September 20th β€’ Downtown Copperas Cove β€’ 4 PM – 10 PM

πŸ“± 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 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 – 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 β€” 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.

Stay tuned for MORE updates!


Want More Information?

Anne Seneca

Small Business Support Director

254-547-7874