Oktoberfest 2025

Saturday October 4 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at BSE

Shelburne Falls’ Oktoberfest features kids’ activities, live music, beer tent, a cornhold tournament, and a variety of food and craft vendors, making it a fun and engaging day for families and community members. All proceeds from this event go directly to supporting our 6th grade students’ annual field trip to The Outdoor Classroom (formerly Nature’s Classroom), an invaluable educational experience!

Our rain date is Saturday October 11.

Interested in Volunteering for Oktoberfest 2025?

Sign up sheets will be available at school and online.

Please email [email protected] if you want to help out!

Oktoberfest 2024 was made possible with the amazing volunteers of parents, grandparents, caregivers, family members, and community members! Thank you to those who dedicated their time to help the event run smoothly and make it a successful event to help fund the trip to the Outdoor Classroom (formerly Nature’s Classroom).

2025 Musical Performances

 Check out the amazing lineup for Oktoberfest 2025

  • 11:00 AM Patten

  • 12:45 PM The Survey

  • 1:30 PM Fetch The Barnacles

  • 3:15 PM The Snapdragons

  • 4:15 PM Root Fiyah

with emcee Paul Bennett

2025 Cornhole Tournament

Join us for the first ever Cornohle Tournament at Shelburne Falls Oktoberfest! 

Saturday October 4th 
Sign in at 3:45pm and games starts promptly at 4:00pm
 
$20 per team to register
Friends, couples, coworkers– all are welcome!
Team names encouraged!
Winning team will get a very special trophy, $100 cash prize, and, of course, bragging rights!
Flyer for the 2025 Shelburne Falls Oktoberfest Cornhole Tournament. Saturday October 4 at 4:00pm. $20 per team. Trophy, Cash prize, and bragging rights.

Vendor Opportunity

Showcase Your Business & Support Our Community!

Calling all local businesses, artisans, and food vendors! Be part of our town’s beloved Annual Oktoberfest, a fun-filled family event that raises critical funds for our schools while bringing the community together for a day of celebration.

Why become a Oktoberfest Vendor?

Reach hundreds of potential customers

Connect with a large, engaged audience of local families, foodies, and festival-goers.

Boost Sales & Visibility

Sell your products or promote your services directly to eager customers.

Community Goodwill

Your participation helps sustain this cherished tradition while supporting education.

What we offer

Prime booth locations in the heart of the festival

Event promotion via social media, flyers, and local press

A lively atmosphere with live music, games, and delicious food & drinks

By joining as a vendor, you’re not just growing your business—you’re helping ensure the success of Oktoberfest for years to come. Let’s raise a stein to community, commerce, and a great cause!

Check out the amazing Oktoberfest 2024 Vendors:

Arilyn’s Jungle & Studio

Art by Simone

Artful Impressions

Billings Brook Farm

Callahan Creations

Carolines Crochet Cuddlies

Ceramics on the Hill

City Chic Boutique

Cliff’s Smokin Backyard BBQ

Coldwell Banker Community Realtors- Leigh Shippee

Cricket Firefly & Co

Curiously Rise

Dagu Woodcraft

Daisy Designs

DCF-Foster MA

Essential Rose Massage & Skincare

Etches by Megan

Falltown Gifts by Kris

Glass Petal Gifts

Handmade Jewelry Designs by Cathy Fournier

Handmade Wreaths by Laura Bruffee

Happy Valley Nutrition

JaDuke Theater

Katch22 Keepsakes

Made by Amber & Shelby

Made by Lane

Magnolia Bake Shoppe

Marybeth’s Handmade Creations

Moosehead Gifts

Morningside Arts

Pearl & Company

Pioneer Valley Brewery

Rodan & Field Consultant

Rowe Elementary School PTP

Sacred Smokers & Woofers Wagon

Secret Santa for Seniors

SparksnChains

Spin with Lynn Cotton Candy Creations

Tasha’s Houseplants

The Good The Bad & The Crafty

The Little Gift Shoppe

Unique Creations by Becca

Woz Cloth Works

Feedback From Our Community

We’d love to hear about your experience attending Oktoberfest! Whether you were a patreon, volunteer, vendor, or sponsor we welcome feedback in order to make sure we do everything we can to continue to make Oktoberfest a success!