Oktoberfest USA welcomes tens of thousands of people annually to beautiful La Crosse, Wisconsin to celebrate German culture and the centuries-old Oktoberfest tradition. The longest-running community Oktoberfest celebration in the Midwest, Oktoberfest USA began in 1961. Oktoberfest USA has been ranked in the top 10 Oktoberfest celebrations by USA Today and the third best in the country by Visit USA Parks. This inclusive celebration fosters a spirit of Gemütlichkeit (friendliness) among all Oktoberfesters. Grab your pretzels, lace up your polka shoes, and get ready to celebrate the centuries-old Oktoberfest tradition but with the fab flair you'll only find at Oktoberfest USA!