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3rd Annual NYM Pickletoberfest

Event Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 Location: Main Avenue, New York Mills, MN

Join us on Main Avenue on Saturday, October 3, 2026, as the Continental Divide Brew Pub and NYM Cultural Center once again team up to bring you the 3rd Annual NYM Pickletoberfest — a FREE community celebration inspired by New York Mills’ pickle-making history and Oktoberfest traditions.

The event takes place outdoors on Main Avenue in front of the Divide, Library, and Cultural Center from 10AM–10PM.

Pickletoberfest 2026 Schedule of Activities for Saturday, October 3, 2026:

10 AM - 4 PM Outdoor art market featuring artists, makers, bakers & creative businesses
10 AM - 5 PM Explore our gallery exhibit & browse our gift store @ the Cultural Center
11 AM - 10 PM Pickle-themed food, drinks & fun @ the Divide
2 PM -  10 PM Fun games in the street include hammerschlagen, pickle pong, bean bags & more!
2 PM - 5 PM Contests & Games: Homeade Pickle Contest (Crowning of the new Pickle Queen or King!), Brat/Pickle Toss, Pickle Eating, Stein Holding
4:30 PM 🥒 Running of the Pickles 🥒
5 PM - 7PM Beer Festival
7 PM - 10 PM Live Music in the Street by the Meat Rabbits! Oktoberfest attire, singing, and dancing encouraged!

You are welcome to bring your own lawn chairs if you wish to sit outside and enjoy the music and festivities. Some tables & chairs will be provided.

Please note: Specific activity times and details are subject to change.