Celebrate Fall At Tulsa's Oktoberfest

By Nicole Wiseman and Chris Howell, NewsOn6.com

TULSA, OK -- Organizers spend a whole year planning Tulsa's Oktoberfest. The event set-up takes just about two weeks and 1,500 volunteers to get it all ready.

This is the 30th year for the event. It kicks off Wednesday night with Corporate night. Corporate night is a special preview of Tulsa's Oktoberfest prior to the event opening to the public.

There are more than 100 arts and crafts booths, 15 food stands and a full carnival. You can also enjoy live music. The event will feature local talent as well as three bands from Germany.

Organizers say the event is a great time for the whole family. But, some may be a little concerned after what happened last year.

Oktoberfest got off to a rocky start last year when severe weather ripped through the area, knocking down tents and injuring several people.

"We can do everything right all year round and weather can still throw us a loop, but we're ready for it," said Executive Director of Oktoberfest Incorporated, Laurie Smith.

Smith says they had emergency plans in place last year and this year is no different. She says they have reinforcements ready to go and safety is a priority.

Location
2100 S. Jackson Avenue, Tulsa OK 74104

Tulsa Oktoberfest Hours
Thursday, October 16: 5:00 pm - 11:00pm
Friday, October 17: 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
Saturday, October 18: 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Sunday, October 19: 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm

Parking
Parking is available on Jackson Avenue across from the main festival site for $5 per car, per day.
Admission
Admission for adults is $5, with children 12 and younger admitted at no cost
Sunday, October 19th donate food, receive $1 off! With every two cans donated this day, receive $1 off your admission. Donated food will benefit the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.

Click here for more information on Oktoberfest!

Editor's Note:  Many people looking for information about this event search for Octoberfest or October Fest.  The festival is actually spelled as one word with a "k" however we are including the misspelled words in this text version of the story so everyone can find the information they are seeking. Enjoy Oktoberfest!