DeKalb Texas Oktoberfest

DeKalb TX Oktoberfest is a community organization that brings residents and visitors together each fall to celebrate in DeKalb, Texas. Its annual Oktoberfest features a lively program of activities, including a parade, craft and food vendors, an art and quilt show, and a car and truck show. Past events have also included a 5K walk and run, a pancake breakfast, live entertainment, a variety show, a pumpkin treasure hunt, and mutton busting.

The organization welcomes vendors and offers opportunities to participate through booth sign-ups, parade applications, art and quilt displays, and sponsorships. Its website shares event information, vendor details, schedules, photographs, sponsors, and community updates from current and past festivals. Beyond the celebration, DeKalb TX Oktoberfest supports preservation of local history.

The organization owns the Telford/Lindsay Building, a historic downtown landmark in need of structural roof repairs, and invites the public to contribute through one-time or monthly donations. With its festival activities and preservation efforts, Oktoberfest provides a way for the community to celebrate local traditions and support DeKalb’s heritage