Oktoberfest 2022 Coming Soon: Join Our Community at Quintessential Summer Event

When the calendar rolls to July, the countdown is on for Immaculate Conception’s annual three-day Oktoberfest. For Oktoberfest President Brent Woerner, the countdown for next year begins at 10 p.m. on Sunday, July 17. He has been president of Oktoberfest for 11 years and involved for 25 years.

“At the end of the festival, there is a sign of relief, but everyone knows we are 362 days away from next year’s Oktoberfest,” Brent says.

This three-day annual event is highly anticipated every year. In 2022, we will enjoy the fun from 5 to 11 p.m. on July 15, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on July 16, and from noon to 10 p.m. on July 17. The proceeds from Oktoberfest benefit Immaculate Conception and our programs.

There’s no shortage of food and fun, from the Chinese auction to the toddler trot, kid’s games, and live music. Brent says many people who have moved out of town come back year after year with their children.

“It’s such a fun weekend,” he says. “There is truly something for everyone.”

Brent is so thankful for all the parishioners who give so much of their time to make Oktoberfest successful. Planning for the event happens all year. People are faithful stewards when they step forward to help, wherever that may be.

“When this festival is over, committee members have taken notes and we come together after the last fritter is eaten and start planning for next year’s Oktoberfest,” Brent says.

It takes “all hands on deck” to make this a success. If you have a skill that would help make the event the best it can be, consider coming forward to help.

“Your talent is exposed while you are setting up, cooking, serving people, or whatever talent you have,” Brent says. “Working side by side and with people in the community is a very uplifting and enjoyable experience for all."

In particular, Brent most enjoys the setup. Our parish grounds are transformed, thanks to the work of many hands. When it’s all set up, Brent has another favorite activity.

“I like walking the grounds and interacting with festival-goers and maybe dancing to a song or two,” he says.

As the event approaches, Brent asks us to pray for a lovely weather weekend for Oktoberfest, as we know only the good Lord can control that.

Be sure to join your fellow parishioners and the greater community for some fun at the 42nd annual Oktoberfest from July 15 to 17. If you would like to volunteer for Oktoberfest, please visit the parish website at immaculate.net.

Be sure to join your fellow parishioners and the greater community for some fun at the 42nd annual Oktoberfest from July 15 to 17.