Great Partnership with Mitchell Main Street & Beyond and 301 Rodz!

Bringing the community together through Cars, German Festival, Wiener Dog Races, and More!

5th Annual Oktoberfest event to be held

September 20 th, 2025 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

South Main Street - Mitchell, SD!

Come out and enjoy German theme food, drinks, music, games and wiener dog races!

2025 Events

Pre-Register by emailing >>> MMSevents@mitchellsd.com 

There is a limit to how many can compete. We appreciate all pre-registration!

Stein Holding Contest - How long can you hold up two full Steins!

Keg Races - Do you have the strength?! 

Musical Chairs - Kids go first & then Adults!

Pumpkin Throwing - Kids & Adults

Best Dressed - We want to see your best Oktoberfest outfits! 

Strong Men Contests!

Winners will receive Oktoberfest theme prizes!!!

Kid Pedal Pull

Registration Opens @ 1 PM

Pulls Start @ 2:30 PM

Girl Division Ages 4 - 12

Boy Division Ages 4 -12

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Wiener Dog Registration Form

Dog Races for 25 lbs and Under

 Wiener Dog Races Begin at 2:30 PM

(Click on Registration Form Below)

25 lbs and under Dog Registration Form

 Email to MMSEVENTS@mitchellSD.com

OR

Mail/Drop Off at Mitchell Main Street & Beyond Office (601 N Main Street, Mitchell, SD 57301)

• All dogs must have good temperament and good in crowds. There is zero tolerance for biting.
• Wiener Dog Races: All dogs must be Dachshunds.  Sorry no mix breeds allowed.
• Any Dog under 25 lbs must be 25 pounds and under. No expections. 
• Proof of current vaccinations must be included with the registration.  Attach copy.
• $10 Registration fee is required. This is a fundraiser for local pet shelter. This can be dropped off or mailed in advance to Mitchell Main Street & Beyond at 601 N Main Street, Mitchell SD 57301 or paid day of by cash or credit.
• All dogs must be accompanied by a responsible person at least 18 years of age.  During the races, 1 
• person must be at the start line and exactly 1 person must be at the finish line.  Finish line will be in front of the crowd and we will have a back drop to separate owners from crowd.  
• All responsible persons must show ID (even if not drinking alcohol) and dog owner must sign a liability waiver before entering the venue. 
• REMEMBER: The only thing serious about this race is FUN! Any unsportsman like conduct will result in
• disqualification. Owners can use dog toys, treats or scarfs to coax their dogs to the finish line. No dog
• whistles or shrill whistles are allowed.
• Submit this form, signed waiver, proof of vaccinations & a photo of your dog to Elizabeth Luczak at 
•    mmsevents@mitchellsd.com. For any questions, Elizabeth can also be contacted at 605-990-4500
• Race is to be held at the South end of Main Street in Mitchell. We ask owners to show up at the
• registration table no later than 30 mins prior to their assigned race time. Registration table will be located near Railroad and Main Street in front of the Depot Pub & Grill.
• Feel free to dress up your dog, but make sure it will not hinder your dog from racing.

We'll see you at Oktoberfest!