TRASHTOBERFEST
- ALL AGES
Trashtoberfest is a one-of-a-kind Oktoberfest-style celebration for Colorado’s waste, recycling, and sustainability professionals.
Date and time
Location
Zwei Brewing Co.
4612 South Mason Street #120 Fort Collins, CO 80525Refund Policy
Lineup
Agenda
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM
Welcome Celebration Address
Neil Nowak- Rocky Mountain SWANA
Nick Wilson - Recycle Colorado NOCO Chair
Brandy Moe - Executive Director of Recycle Colorado
5:40 PM - 6:00 PM
Sponsors Speak
Sponsor 1
Sponsor 2
Sponsor 3
Sponsor 4
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Polka Folks Starts Playing
Polka Folka
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Band Break - Fun Beer Games
Nick Wilson
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Polka Folka Plays Again!
About this event
- Event lasts 4 hours
- ALL AGES
- Free venue parking
What is Trashtoberfest? Trashtoberfest is a one-of-a-kind Oktoberfest-style celebration for Colorado’s waste, recycling, and sustainability professionals. Hosted by two of the state’s leading organizations — SWANA Rockies Chapter and Recycle Colorado — this fall event brings industry experts and community members together for an evening of networking, German food, beer, music, and games in a casual, educational setting.
We’re expecting 200+ attendees representing the full spectrum of the materials management industry — haulers, municipalities, composters, recyclers, policy-makers, and suppliers — for this family-friendly community event.
This event is also the Welcome Celebration for the Colorado SWANA Fall Conference. This is Colorado's region's premier solid waste event. This conference will be a hub for industry professionals, experts, and innovators to connect and discuss the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in solid waste management. Sept 15 -17th
What to Expect:
- Oktoberfest Fun: Head to Zwei Brewery for an evening of German food, live music, and fun games.
- Entertainment: Enjoy live music by Polka Folka from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Participate in games like "Das Boot" and a Beer Stein Holding contest around 7:00 PM.
- Food & Drink: Indulge in a German-inspired buffet with bratwurst, pretzels, and more! Food will be provided. Bier will have to be purchased from Zwei.
- Networking: Connect with others in the solid waste and recycling industry in a relaxed and fun environment.
- Education: Learn more about refuse management, waste, recycling, and organics.
Who's Invited:
Everyone! Whether you're in the solid waste industry, a recycling enthusiast, or simply looking for a fun community event, Trashtoberfest is for you.
Hosted By: Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Rockies Chapter and Recycle Colorado
Location Partner: Zwei Brewery
Sponsors: Burns & McDonnell, Pawnee Waste, Recycle Colorado, Rocky Mountain SWANA,
Stay Tuned:
More details, including RSVP information and a full schedule, will be announced soon. Keep an eye on our social media pages and your email for updates!
Hashtags: #Trashtoberfest #SWANA #RecycleColorado #FortCollins #CommunityEvent #Oktoberfest #ZweiBrewery
Let's come together for a day of environmental action and celebration! We can't wait to see you there!
Become a Sponsor
Contact: Nick.Wilson@westhighlandmg.com
Gold Stein Sponsor — $2,500
Silver Pretzel Sponsor — $1,000
Bronze Brat Sponsor — $500
Let’s Raise a Stein to Sustainability
Your sponsorship helps fund:
- Delicious German food & craft beer from Zwei Brewing
- Live polka music and festival games
- Educational signage and family-friendly waste activities
Community engagement and awareness about sustainable practices
Current Sponsors
Silver Pretzerl Sponsor
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we will have the Schnitzel Wagon catering with: Bratwurst on a pretzel bun, comes with fries Sauerkraut, mustard, and pickles Soft pretzels with Beer Cheese German potato salad
You will be responsible buying your own drink. Zwei Brewing Co., home of traditional German-Style Lagers, Weissbier and New World Craft brews. They have Maß mugs too!
Of course, it would not be a Oktoberfest event without music! We will have Polka Folka playing from 6-8pm. https://www.polkafolka.com/