October 14, 2012
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Turns Off the Taps
The festival that has impacted the local economy to the tune of $21 Million annually, has wrapped up with another feather in its Bavarian fun hat. Last night Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest officially ended its 44th year with Closing Ceremonies at one of t
October 09, 2012
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Winners Announced
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year took time tonight to recognize and pay tribute to some outstanding women in the community. "We are proud of our partnership with the K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year. It recognizes the amazing work and man
October 08, 2012
Thanksgiving Day Parade Float Winners Selected
The 2012 Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade celebrity Judges have revealed their top picks for the best floats in the 2012 Thanksgiving Day Parade.
October 05, 2012
King Ludwig's $3,000 Treasure Found
For days Kitchener-Waterloo treasure hunters have been scouring the area for a hidden key worth $3,000! The key unlocks King Ludwig’s Treasure Chest and the annual search for the loot is one of the highlights of Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest.
October 04, 2012
K-W Oktoberfest Recognizes Outstanding Women in the Community
This year, the awards ceremony will take place Tuesday, October 9th at 7:30 pm at the Waterloo Inn & Conference Centre, Waterloo; with special guest speaker Dr. Lea Carataga, Faculty of Social Work Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University, and emcees Susan
September 28, 2012
Miss O Crowned
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest crowns
Miss Oktoberfest 2012
(Kitchener-Waterloo, Canada – September 28, 2012) – At a gala black tie event, Lindsay Coulter, sponsored by the Downtown Kitchener BIA, was crowned Miss Oktoberfest 2012, making her the 4
September 26, 2012
Parade Grand Marshals Announced
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is pleased to announce the 2012 Media Meister, sponsored by Digital North, and the Parade Grand Marshal for the 2012 Thanksgiving Day Parade!
August 31, 2012
Tour de Hans Welcomes Celebrity Rider
The third annual Tour de Hans, presented by RBC, will be full of some golden moments as the riders line up at the start this year; as they will be joined by three-time Olympic gold medalist Marnie McBean for this 100km event.
July 18, 2012
Economical Insurance® Supports RIDE Safety Campaign
Economical Insurance®, one of the largest property and casualty insurance companies in the country, will be the official sponsor for the 2012 Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest RIDE Program.
July 12, 2012
2012 A Blooming Affair Fashion Show Tickets on Sale!
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is preparing for an extravagant night of local fashion as it presents the 2012 edition of the A Blooming Affair Fashion Show on Wednesday, October 3rd at Bingemans. Tickets for this event are now on sale!
June 27, 2012
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Nominations Open
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest announces its official call for nominations for the 2012 K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year. This annual event has been celebrating the achievements and contributions of Waterloo Region women since 1975.
October 16, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Turns off the Taps and Closes the Kegs for Another Year
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest officially ended another year with Closing Ceremonies at the Chicopee Haus last night. Festival organizers and guests looked on as the ceremonial keg was sealed to await the 2012 Festival, opening in a year's time.
October 14, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest's $3000 Hidden Treasure discovered in Waterloo Park
For 19 days Kitchener-Waterloo treasure hunters have been scouring the area for a hidden key worth $3,000! The key unlocks King Ludwig's Treasure Chest and the annual search for the loot is one of the highlights of Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest.
October 12, 2011
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Awards
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year took time out to recognize and pay tribute to some outstanding women in the community.
October 10, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest selects 2011 Floats of Honour
The 2011 Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade celebrity Judges have revealed their top picks for the best floats in the 2011 Thanksgiving Day Parade.
October 10, 2011
Onkel Hans Food Drive spreads the Spirit of Gemuetlichkeit
Today the Food Bank of Waterloo Region and Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest came together to help those in need while enjoying the tradition of the Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade. The Onkel Hans Food Drive raised 19,360 lbs of non-p
October 10, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Idol Crowned
The judges have spoken - CASSANDRA HODGINS, 16, of London, was named the 2011 Oktoberfest Idol winner today at Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest. In a search that consisted of both singing and dancing talent!
October 08, 2011
Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade Combines Old Traditions with New Technology
When the Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade gets underway on Monday, October 10, it will once again bring together long-standing traditions with the latest trends. Once again this year the parade will include the pageantry of numerous
October 07, 2011
Roll out the Barrel - Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is Here!
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest opened to fanfare, friends and flowing beer this morning, kicking off the 43rd edition of Canada's Greatest Bavarian Festival!
The Official Opening Ceremonies and keg tapping took place at Kitchener's Civic Square th
October 05, 2011
Chase the Chicken Down the Parade Route in the Onkel Hans 5K Fun Run!
On Monday, October 10th, kick-off the Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade and participate in the Onkel Hans 5K Fun Run. The race will begin at 8:30 am on King and William Streets in Waterloo, and run right down the Parade route, finish
October 04, 2011
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Recognizes Outstanding Achievements in Waterloo Region
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year takes time out to recognize and pay tribute to outstanding women in the community.
This year, the awards ceremony will take place on Tuesday, October 11th starting at 7:30 pm. It will take place at the Waterloo
September 30, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest crowns Miss Oktoberfest 2011
At a gala black tie event, BRITTANY GRAUL, sponsored by Stockie Motors Inc., was crowned Miss Oktoberfest 2011, making her the 43rd Miss Oktoberfest since the festival's inception.
September 28, 2011
A Blooming Affair Fashion Show Preparing to Turn Heads in 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is at the forefront of fashion again as it presents the 2011 A Blooming Affair Fashion Show on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at Bingemans. Tickets for this event are almost sold out!
September 21, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Returns to Chicopee!
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is expanding its impact on the Regional community with a new accredited Festhalle at Chicopee Ski Club! This represents the return of Chicopee as a festhalle, which last operated in the 1970’s in partnership
September 20, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest, with Molson Coors Canada, Presents Stein & Dine
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest, in partnership with Molson Coors Canada, presents the premier culinary event of the season. Stein & Dine will take place this Thursday, September 22nd from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the Waterloo Inn.
September 19, 2011
Tour de Hans Welcomes Gold Medalist Simon Whitfield to 100km Race
The second annual Tour de Hans, presented by RBC, will be full of some golden moments as the riders line up at the start this year, because two-time Olympic medal winner Simon Whitfield will be lining up with them at the start of the 100km event. This h
September 13, 2011
April Wine to Headline Oktoberfest Rocks the Tent
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest will once again be the place where polka meets rock, as festival organizers announce yet another stellar line-up of Canadian artists for the festival's two main concert events. Canadian music icons April Wine will headline
September 13, 2011
Oktoberfest Idol Revamped!
Oktoberfest Idol has adopted a new format for 2011. No longer just a one-day event, Oktoberfest Idol will now include a formal audition process and final competition. We've also opened up Oktoberfest Idol to more entrants by adding a dancing component to
July 26, 2011
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Nominations Open!
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest announces its official call for nominations for the 2011 K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year. This annual event has been celebrating the achievements and contributions of Waterloo Region women since 1975.
March 08, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Receives Top Honours amongst Industry Peers
The 2011 Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) Achievement Awards were announced March 5th at FEO’s 25th annual Conference in Markham. Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest was recognized with Best Official Printed Program and with Best New Festiv
March 04, 2011
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Is A Good Investment
John Milloy, MPP for Kitchener Centre, announced $399,800 in Celebrate Ontario funding, for Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest, today.
November 16, 2010
Oktoberfest Lotto Express Winners Announced!
The Festival may be over for another year, but the fun continued for Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest tonight as the winners of the Oktoberfest Lotto Express were drawn at the annual Awards Night at the Delta Kitchener-Waterloo.
Lottery License #M536819
November 04, 2010
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Announces New Executive Director
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest has selected past President Mark Kreller as the incoming Executive Director of the annual Festival. Kreller will take the reins on January 1st, 2011, overseeing the overall leadership in the operation of the Festival.
October 17, 2010
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Closes the Kegs for Another Year
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest officially ended for another year with Closing Ceremonies at the Transylvania Club last night. Festival organizers and guests looked on as the ceremonial keg was sealed to await the 2011 Festival opening in a yearââ‚
October 15, 2010
Key to King Ludwig's $3,000 Treasure Chest found in Lakeside Park
Festival organizers have announced today that the key to the valuable treasure chest was found in Lakeside Park by Jason Bartlett of Kitchener.
October 11, 2010
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest helps the Food Bank of Waterloo Region with the Onkel Hans Food Drive
Today the Food Bank of Waterloo Region and Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest came together to help those in need while enjoying the tradition of the Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade.
It’s a great pleasure to announce
October 11, 2010
Thanksgiving Day Parade names Floats of Honour; announces People's Choice Float
For the second year in a row, parade spectators were able to vote via text messaging for the Thanksgiving Day Parade People’s Choice Float! Twenty-seven floats competed for the honour, with the most votes going to the Schneiders Food Flo
October 10, 2010
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest selects Oktoberfest Idol 2010
The judges have spoken – Karli Purcell, 18, of Listowel, was named the 2010 Oktoberfest Idol winner today at Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest.
Karli Purcell has also won the Northern Ontario Open Country Singing Contest and the Harv
October 09, 2010
Thanksgiving Day Parade combines old traditions and new technology!
When the Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade gets underway on Monday, October 11, it will once again bring together long-standing traditions with the latest trends. Once again this year the parade will include the pageantry of numerous
October 08, 2010
Roll Out the Barrell - Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest ist Here!
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest opened to fanfare, friends and flowing beer, kicking off the 42nd edition of Canada’s Greatest Bavarian Festival! The Official Opening Ceremonies and keg tapping took place at Kitchener’s Ci
October 08, 2010
2010 K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Award Recipients
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year took time out last night to recognize and pay tribute to some outstanding women in the community. "Our involvement is a true privilege. The Rogers Group of Companies is thrilled to champion the great women of this
October 02, 2010
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Announces 2010 Parade Grand Marshal
K-W Oktoberfest announces the 2010 Grand Marshal
(Kitchener-Waterloo, Canada – October 2, 2010) – Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is pleased to announce as this year’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Grand Mars
October 02, 2010
Miss Oktoberfest 2010 Crowned!
September 13, 2010
Tour de Hans is a unique Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Experience!
September 13, 2010
Chase the Chicken Down the Parade Route in the Onkel Hans 5K Fun Run!
September 10, 2010
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest comes to Cambridge with new Festhalle!
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is expanding its impact on the Regional community with a new accredited Festahallen in Cambridge!
One of the region’s most notable events, Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest, will now be part of the mix in Ca
August 16, 2010
illScarlett set to headline Rocktoberfest9 at Altes Munchen Haus!
August 16, 2010
Our Lady Peace to Headline Oktoberfest Rocks the Tent!
July 14, 2010
Larry Blundell Bids Farewell to K-W Oktoberfest Inc.
June 16, 2010
Local Ellen fans get ready to get their chicken dance on!
On Thursday, June 24, all Ellen fans are invited to join a mass chicken dance taking place in front of Kitchener City Hall on King Street. The public is encouraged to wear their Oktoberfest gear, make signs to encourage Ellen to come and definitely bring
May 20, 2010
K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Nominations Open!
March 10, 2010
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest named Ontario Event of Distinction
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