Arsenal Oktoberfest!

Arsenal Oktoberfest — Open to the Public!

Join us for Arsenal Oktoberfest on Friday, September 18, from 4–9 PM at historic Quarters One on Rock Island Arsenal! This family-friendly event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and packed with German-inspired fun, food, music, and activities for all ages.

Getting on the Island is easy! Have your driver’s license or valid photo ID ready at the gate, let the guards know you’re attending Oktoberfest, and you’re in! Park just inside the Rock Island Gate and ride the FREE trolley to Quarters One, or take advantage of closer parking near the event.

Oktoberfest Highlights

BIERGARTEN | 4–8 PM | $35

Sample beers from 8 local breweries: Bent River Brewing Co., Big Grove Brewery, Five Cities Brewing, Front Street Brewery, Geneseo Brewing Co., Industry Brewing Co., Midwest Ale Works, and Twin Span Brewing.

Biergarten tickets are limited and expected to go FAST! Purchase your tickets in advance here: https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac103/wbwsc/rockislandrectrac.wsc/wbsplash.html?wbp=1

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

• Gutenberg German Band | 4–6 PM
• Live DJ | 6–9 PM

FREE ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES

• FREE Quarters One Tours | 4–8 PM
• FREE Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides | 4–8 PM
• FREE Bounce Houses
• FREE Face Painting
• FREE German & Yard Games — including the Hammer Nail Challenge, Keg Toss, Steinholding Competition and more!
• Best Dressed Contest — break out your lederhosen and dirndls!

German food and other favorites will be available for purchase, along with a full-service bar.

DESIGNATED DRIVERS: Register with a participating Biergarten guest and receive a FREE meal up to $16, FREE non-alcoholic drinks, and entry into prize drawings!

Bring the family, bring your friends, and come experience Oktoberfest at Rock Island Arsenal!