Steins up, Celina:
Oktoberfest is officially here!
We are thrilled to bring this beloved tradition under the City of Celina's official lineup of signature events. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3, from 3:00-7:00 PM for a free, family-friendly celebration filled with German music, dancing, food, contests, local shopping, and plenty of Celina spirit.
Dust off your lederhosen and bring the whole family for an afternoon of traditional live music and folk dancing, authentic German fare, handcrafted goods from local vendors, and some of Oktoberfest’s favorite competitions. Think you have what it takes? Cheer on the contestants, or join the fun, with the Dachshund Dash, Keg Rolling, Brat Eating Contest, Beer Stein Race, and Stein Hoisting!
Enjoy live music from The Dogensteins, STV Almrausch, and The Royal Klobasneks, featuring polka and traditional German, Austrian, Czech, and American sounds.
From traditional German music, Bavarian food, lively contests, and festive vendors, there’s something for everyone at Celina Oktoberfest.
Gather your crew, grab your best Oktoberfest attire, and get ready to celebrate! We’ll see you on the Square.
Life Verbunden.
Traditional Live Music & Live Folk Dances
German Fare
We'll see y'all again next year!
The Dogensteins are a polka band, that plays rock, country, metal, industrial, new wave, classics, and The Beatles. Lots of Beatles. Except as a polka. Or maybe waltz, or a nice Texas shuffle.
STV Almrausch supports cultural diversity and ethnic understanding through the preservation and perpetuation of traditional Bavarian and Tirolean folk dancing, music, customs, costumes and culture.
The Royal Klobasneks are dedicated to preserving the traditional American polka sound for today's modern audience. Closest in sound to the 'Old Time' bands popular in the American Midwest they have a lively sound that's timeless yet timely, featuring Czech, German, and Austrian music, as well as American polkas, waltzes, and pop songs.
Prost! It's time to hoist a stein & stomp those boots, y'all! Check out the event schedule:
3:00 - 4 PM: The Dogensteins (Main Stage)
4:00 - 4:30: Dachshund Dash (Activity Stage)
4:00 - 4:30 PM: STV Almrausch (Main Stage)
4:30 - 5:00 PM: Keg Rolling (Activity Stage)
4:30 - 5:00 PM: The Dogensteins (Main Stage)
5:00 - 5:30 PM: Brat Eating Contest (Activity Stage)
5:00 - 5:30 PM: STV Almrausch (Main Stage)
5:30 - 6:00 PM: Beer Stein Race (Activity Stage)
5:30 - 7:00 PM: The Royal Klobasneks (Main Stage)
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Stein Hoisting (Activity Stage)
7:00 PM: Event Ends
Activities Information
HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
Sign-ups for all competitions will take place near the Activity Stage during the event. Participants should arrive early to register for their desired competition and review any event-specific instructions. Some competitions have entry fees, while others are free to enter. See individual competition details below for entry information and prizes.
Check in at the Activities Stage 5 minutes before your scheduled competition. Late arrivals forfeit their spot.
Dachshund Dash | $25 Per Dog
3 dachshunds race in each of 3 qualifying heats, with each winner advancing to the Championship Dash to compete
head-to-head for the title of Grand Champion!
Keg Rolling | Free
3 racers per heat, 4 heats total, with each competitor racing their keg down and back through their lane. The fastest racer in each heat wins!
Stein Hoisting | $25 Entry
Test your strength by holding a 1-liter stein filled with bier straight out with one arm—the last competitor standing wins! Separate men’s and women’s competitions with 24 spots per competition.
Brat Eating Competition | Free
6 Brats. 120 Seconds. One Champion. Up to 12 contestants compete to eat the most bratwursts in two minutes.
Beer Stein Racing | Free
Race while carrying 6 water-filled steins (3 in each hand) without spilling below the marked line. 9 spots available | 3 racers per heat
VIP Experience
VIP Experience Tickets
Elevate your day with exclusive front-row standing access, premium seating areas, private bar service, air-conditioned restrooms, a crawfish platter, drink voucher, and exclusive merchandise. Tickets are limited and will sell out. Secure your tickets and experience the flavor, the music, and the energy of Celina Cajun Fest!
$150 plus service fees
*Free Standing Room is always available!
Check out the Event Map below!
Check out the Road Closure Map below!
**To keep our pedestrians safe, several roads around the Square will begin closing Friday morning at 6 AM through Saturday at midnight. Please follow all posted detour signs and stay alert for increased foot traffic in the Downtown area.
Map Information
Event Parking
PARKING GARAGE: The Downtown Parking Garage is open with limited capacity. Please note that the garage elevator is currently unavailable. If you have mobility concerns, we highly recommend utilizing the accessible parking lot located at 111 W Pecan St.
FREE DOWNTOWN PARKING: Parking is available throughout the downtown area, check the map below.
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Shop Local Vendors!
Get ready for festive shopping! Browse unique handcrafted treasures and homemade goods, unique merchandise, specialty foods, and other family-friendly products to help create an unforgettable Oktoberfest experience. Make room for mouth watering German brats, pretzels and kolaches. Bavarian not your thing? Plenty of fair food will be available too! Check out our approved vendors below, and feel free to shop their websites before joining us at the event. #shoplocal
Danke, Sponsors!
 Title Sponsor |  Stage Sponsor |  Beer Stein Sponsor |
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 Activities Sponsor |  Recycling Sponsor |  Partner |
 Partner |  Partner |  Partner |
 Partner |  Partner |  Partner |
 Partner |  Partner |  Koozie Sponsor |
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Become a Marktplatz Vendor
German themed, handmade, and homegrown artists and artisans preferred.
*Applications are through Eventeny, which is a free platform for vendors to create a profile and apply. Please note, all applying vendors are required to enter a credit/debit card. Once approved to participate, you will be sent an approved message & invoice through Eventeny (also sent to your email). Payment will automatically be charged 5 business days after payment notification using the card you applied with. Please contact events@celina-tx.gov if you have any questions or concerns.
Join us at the award winning Celina Cajun Fest!
Below is a list of Best in Texas & Gold awards Celina Cajun Fest has received from Texas Festivals and Events Association & International Festivals & Events Association.
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Best New Promotion Activity - 2025
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Best Overall Sponsorship Program - 2025
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Best Sponsor Proposal - 2025
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Best Event Website - 2025
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Best Volunteer Program
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TFEA - 2023, 2024, 2025
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IFEA - 2025
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Best Educational Program
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TFEA - 2024
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IFEA - 2025
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Best T-Shirt Design - 2022, 2025
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Best Giveaway Item - 2024
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Best Promotional Brochures - 2024, 2025
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Best Promotional Poster - 2024
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Best Street Banner
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TFEA - 2024
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IFEA - 2025
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Best Sponsor Follow Up Report - 2023, 2024, 2025
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Best Sponsor Gift - 2024, 2025
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Best Event E-Newsletter - 2024
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Best Ad Series - 2023, 2025
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Best Event Video Promotion - 2024
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Best Media Relations Campaign – 2024
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Best Sponsor Activation – 2023, 2025
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Best Outdoor Billboard
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TFEA – 2023
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IFEA - 2025
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Volunteers
The City of Celina has a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals age 16 years or older. Volunteering offers a great way to get connected and give back to the community. Our volunteers are a valuable and much-appreciated resource for our fast-growing City and the myriad activities in the community. It only takes a few minutes to sign up: simply complete the online form to be added to our volunteer database.
