Willkommen to Oktoberfest in Deadwood, South Dakota

Join us in Deadwood as we celebrate Oktoberfest in the Wild West! Enjoy live German music at the PolkaFest, a poker run with prizes, free food, and dancing. Bring the whole family and join us for the now famous “Wiener Dog Races” and Beer Barrel Games!

This event is sponsored in part by the Deadwood Chamber, Budweiser, MIDCO and KEVN Black Hills Fox TV.

Schedule:

Saturday, October 4, 2025

11 A.M. • Registration for Wiener Dog Races – Main Street in front of Mustang Sally’s

12 P.M. • Brat Giveaway (at the Bar near the Cashier’s Cage, while supplies last)

1 P.M. • Wiener Dog Races – Main Street in front of The Bullock Hotel – Daschunds compete for “Fastest Wiener in the West” honors. Sponsored by Marta’s Deadwood Doghouse

1-4 P.M. • Weim, Wine & Cheese – Main Street in front of the Saloon 10 – Wine & cheese tasting. Proceeds benefit the Canine Cancer Fund.

12-3 P.M. • Polka! Live Music – Outlaw Square

2 P.M. • Registration for Beer Barrel Games – Main Street in front of the Gold Dust – Must be 21+ to participate. Number of participants is limited.

3 P.M. • Beer Barrel Games – Main Street in front of the Gold Dust

4-6 P.M. • Polka! Live Music – Outlaw Square

6 P.M. • Beer Barrel Awards – Outlaw Square

Venue: Various Venues
Outlaw Square, 703 Main St, Deadwood, SD 57732
Franklin Hotel, 798 Upper Main St, Deadwood, SD 57732

Schedule is subject to change.