Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Oktoberfest 2008, Breckenridge Colorado September 12th - 14th

Believe it or not, the days are getting cooler and summer is coming to end here in Breckenridge Colorado. You know what that means? Yes my friends, its time for Oktoberfest 2008!



September 12th through the 14th, Main Street in Breck will transform into a venue offering great food and drink from numerous vendors, live music with Those Austrian Guys, Schuhplattler dancers, kids’ rides and inflatables and much more. The street party kicks off on Saturday at 11 am with the first keg tapped at noon! Events on Saturday will continue through 6 pm. On Sunday the party starts at 11 am and will wind down around 5 pm. Will you be left standing?!

Oktoberfest 5k run/walk The race begins and ends at the beautiful newly expanded Riverwalk Center in Downtown Breckenridge. Get your weekend off to the right start with this 7th annual event leading you through the trails in Breck offering beautiful scenery and lasting impressions. Dont worry though, the race will be done in plenty of time to enjoy and experience the days activities!
Start time: 10 am
Call (970)453-1734 to pre-register.
Cost: Adults: $20 (pre-registered); $25 (race day)
Youth 17 & under: $10 (pre-registered); $15 (race day

VOLUNTEER! Its a great way to get involved and do something good for your community or favorite mountain town. The town of Breckenridge relies on these kind of activities to attract people to town and stimulate the local economy, but we can't do it all by ourselves.
Here's how you can help:

Beer Tent – Pouring beer or wine and collecting tickets from patrons. You must be 21.
Merchandise Tent – Selling drink tickets, steins and other event merchandise.
Set up/Tear down – Help set up/tear down the event site

For all the information you need to volunteer, call 970-453-5055
Check out the Town of Breck Website for the all the official information!

While you are here, stop by The North Face Breckenridge and check out all of our great deals on all the summer outerwear and sportwear. We have it all at 30 to 50% off!!

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