Oktoberfest 2026
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 2 p.m – 6 p.m. | Ages 21+
Enjoy German food, live music by the Roseburg German Band, games, contests, cakewalk, and a silent auction
all supporting the Coos History Museum and the stories we preserve together.
Purchase Oktoberfest Tickets
2026 Oktoberfest Fundraiser
Register for the Coos County Historical Society's Annual Oktoberfest Fundraiser
Frequently Asked Questions
What does my ticket include?
Every ticket includes event admission, live music by the Roseburg German Band, one meal, and free activities including cornhole, axe throwing, dancing, photo ops, trivia and the costume contest.
Purchase geld at the museum’s front desk for beverages, cakewalk participation, and steinholding participation. Museum Store, Silent auction purchases and donation contributions also support our annual museum fundraiser.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Yes! Tickets will be available at the door, but buy in advance to guarantee a meal. Online ticket sales close at 5 p.m. on Friday, October 9.
Who can attend?
Oktoberfest is for ages 21 and older. Please bring your photo ID and enter through the museum’s main front entrance. Guests receive a wristband at check-in to confirm their age and paid admission.
Should I dress up?
Oktoberfest attire and costumes are encouraged! Join our free costume contest, or simply come dressed comfortably to enjoy the festivities.
Bring layers for the outdoor portions of the event.
Where can I park?
The museum parking lot is reserved for Oktoberfest guests only. Additional parking is available along Front Street and in the parking lot on Date Street.
Will the museum be open during Oktoberfest?
Entry to the museum building and event grounds is reserved for Oktoberfest ticket holders only. Tickets will be available at the main front entrance.
The outdoor plaza, lobby, Sprague Community Room, and Museum Store are open for the event. Bring layers so you’re comfortable outdoors.
All museum exhibits are closed, and the second floor is closed to the public.
Event guests can purchase merchandise and desserts in the Museum Store until 6 p.m.
What are the meal choices?
Bring your event ticket to the food tent to order and redeem your meal. Choose from:
German Sausage Plate: One German sausage, German potatoes, sauerkraut, and a Bavarian pretzel stick.
Vegetarian Bavarian Harvest Salad: Romaine and cabbage base with roasted sweet potato, apple, onion, cranberries, carrots, and candied walnuts, served with dressing and a Bavarian pretzel stick. Walnuts and dressing are served separately.
No substitutions. Ingredient and allergen information will be available at the food tent.
Meal service runs from 2:30–5:30 p.m. Your event ticket is required to receive your meal.
What beverages are available?
Choose from Paulaner Hefeweizen, 7 Devils Coos Light Lager, and 7 Devils Chinook Red; house red wine and house Sauvignon Blanc; or Coke, Sprite, and Barq’s root beer.
Beverages are purchased with geld, available at the museum’s front desk. Legacy Patron tickets include one complimentary drink voucher.
Still tap water is free.
The bar is open from 2–5:45 p.m.
How do I pay for purchases at Oktoberfest?
At the museum’s front desk: We accept cash, checks, and credit cards for event tickets, memberships, donations, silent auction payments, Museum Store purchases, and geld.
At the bar, cakewalk, and steinholding contest: Pay with geld, our Oktoberfest currency. Purchase geld tickets at the front desk, then exchange them at these stations for beverages or participation. These stations accept geld only.
How does the silent auction work?
Browse and bid in the silent auction from 2–5:15 p.m. Your event ticket number is your bidder number, so keep your ticket with you.
Payment and pickup begin at 5:45 p.m., after winning bids are verified. Pay at the museum’s front desk using cash, check, or credit card.
Every winning bid supports Coos History Museum’s annual fundraiser!
Can I support the museum without attending?
Yes! Oktoberfest is Coos History Museum’s annual fundraiser, and you can support it even if you can’t attend.
Make a donation online or at the museum’s front desk. Your gift helps preserve local history and supports the museum’s collections, exhibits, and educational programs.
Thank you to our 2026 Event Sponsors: