Oktoberfest Camper Village Opens in One Week

West Salem, WI – In just one week’s time, Camper Village will be opening at LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway for the 54th annual Oktoberfest Race Weekend.  The spacious fairgrounds will be opened at noon on October 2nd for reserved campsites as well as the open free camping on the far southwest end of the grounds. We will see […]

GARY’S RIDGELAND DUTCHMEN SET TO KICK OFF OKTOBERFEST SUNDAY

West Salem, WI- Gary and the Ridgeland Dutchmen are back for the 54th Oktoberfest Race Weekend. Gary’s Ridgeland Dutchmen, a Polka Band based out of Cashton, WI, will join in the Sunday Morning festivities! For over 40 years, Gary’s Ridgeland Dutchmen has been entertaining crowds all across the state. Gary’s Ridgeland Dutchmen plays a variety […]

Static Echo Set to Perform Saturday Afternoon

West Salem, WI- Static Echo, who has been rocking the region for years, is set to perform in the afternoon in the Exhibition Hall on Saturday, October 7th at 1:00 PM. Make sure to swing by to join in the fun before the races! Don’t forget to stop by after the races in the Exhibition […]

Pet Costume Parade is something to See and participate in at Oktoberfest!

For many, the 54th Annual Oktoberfest Race Weekend at the La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway in West Salem, Wisconsin is solely not about the racing, but the other events that go on during the four days at the fairground’s property.  One of those happens every Friday afternoon at 2:00pm outside of the Exhibition Hall for the annual Pet […]

54th Oktoberfest Race Weekend Lodging Made Easy With Explore La Crosse!

West Salem, WI – Our friends over at Explore La Crosse have a great resource available for fans making their way to the 54th Oktoberfest Race Weekend. Check out their website to get a complete listing of places to stay in the La Crosse Region. From cozy B&Bs to expansive hotels and luxury suites, the La […]

NUTTLEMAN GRAIN CLEANING PRESENTS CAMPER VILLAGE CHALLENGE

West Salem, WI – Camper Village, this one is for you! Are you camping at the 54th Annual Oktoberfest Race Weekend? Make your plans to participate in the Nuttleman Grain Cleaning Camper Village Challenge. This year the challenge is who can decorate their site the best at fest. The theme is “Fall Farm Harvest” so […]

54th Oktoberfest Open Practice Times Announced

West Salem, WI- Race teams planning to partake in the 54th annual Oktoberfest Race Weekend will have multiple opportunities to fine tune their racing machines prior to the four-day racing weekend taking place October 5-6-7-8, 2023 at La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway.  Race officials have released a complete schedule of open practice sessions leading up to the annual […]

OKTOBERFEST “PIT STOP” SCAVENGER HUNT ADDED TO 54TH OKTOBERFEST RACE WEEKEND

West Salem, WI – New this year! Join us for the fun of a tour around West Salem, starting Monday, October 2nd and ending on Thursday, October 5th. Anyone wishing to participate in the scavenger hunt will be given at “stamp card” with “Oktoberfest Pit Stops” (West Salem area Businesses) to visit and complete. Each […]

Pumpkin Coloring Contest Returns Sunday Morning of Fest

West Salem, WI – Come one and come all! The annual pumpkin coloring contest takes place Sunday, October 8th at 9:00 AM of the 54th Oktoberfest Race Weekend in the Fair Exhibition Hall on the Main Stage! Make sure you are there to be part of the FUN! Also happening in the Exhibition Hall is […]

GOLF CART & ATV PERMIT/REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE

West Salem, WI – Do you plan on bringing a Golf Cart or ATV to the 54th Oktoberfest Race Weekend? All ATV’s, Golf Carts, UTV’s must be registered in order to operate the fest grounds. The permit will be available for pickup at the event in the registration building. Once received, permit must be placed […]