Oktoberfest 2025

Make a "wunderbar" difference when you support the School Sisters of St. Francis’ fall fundraising event!

 


Saturday, September 13th
 

11 a.m.-4 p.m.     
 

St. Joseph Center grounds, 29th Street @ Orchard St.

 

 

 


How to Find Us

St. Joseph Center is located at the corner of Greenfield Avenue and Layton Boulevard (27th Street) on Milwaukee’s south side, just two minutes from the Mitchell Park Domes. Enter the beer garden at 29th Street and Orchard Street (one block south of Greenfield Ave.)

How to Purchase Tickets

Purchase your tickets before the event for quick and easy pick-up! This year, we are offering ticket purchase before the event. Tickets can be purchased here. Tickets are $1.00 each and non-refundable.

Tickets will be available to pick-up Monday, September 8th and Wednesday, September 10th 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at St. Joseph Center front desk located at 1501 S. Layton Blvd or on-site at the Oktoberfest ticket tent.

You can also grab your tickets at the Oktoberfest ticket tent on the day of the event.

Have questions? Contact Holly Danen at hdanen@sssf.org or (414) 385-5343.

Where to Park

Street parking is available on Orchard Street, 29th Street, and around the neighborhood. Parking is also available at the Sacred Heart lot—enter at 28th Street at Lapham Street. (Please note guests cannot pass through St. Joseph Center to the grounds west of the building.)

Watch for direction signs to the event.

There will be limited handicapped parking available in the St. Joseph Center / Chapel Garden Apartments lot - enter at 29th Street at Orchard.

 

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What's On Tap?

Your first beverage purchase of $14 includes a commemorative beer stein with our Oktoberfest logo. Refills or cups of beer are $7. Beverage options include two special beers that Lakefront Brewing Company is crafting for the School Sisters of St. Francis!

  • “Our Lager” - a classic, easy drinking lager
     
  • Oktoberfest - a classic German lager.

Root beer on tap, German wine, and water also will be available for purchase.

Bring your favorite beer stein! We'll be happy to fill it for you during the event for $7.

BratsPretzel with mustardWhat's Cooking?

Food options available for purchase include

  • BRATWURST PLATE ($10)

Choose your brat

- Original Bratwurst

- Honey Mustard Cheddar Bratwurst

- Chicken Bratwurst

  • BRATWURST SAMPLER ($18)

Choose two brats

  • HOT DOG PLATE ($8)
  • AUTHENTIC BAVARIAN PRETZEL WITH CHEESE AND MUSTARD ($6)

Plates include condiments, chips, and a pickle.

 

Fun and Games

Guests are invited to try their skill and luck with bags (cornhole), giant Jenga, giant Connect 4, and Hammerschlagen (also known as “stump.”) 

Hot Off the GrillWhy "Oktoberfest"?

Join the sisters for a fun, in-person event in the beautiful St. Joseph Center garden!

  • Two live bands: Live polka music with Vern & The Originals and music by
    Hot Off The Grill
     
  • Games
     
  • Homemade bakery
     
  • Crafts for sale
     
  • Imports
     
  • Delicious food
     
  • Selection of German wines
     
  • Beer on tap from Lakefront Brewery
     
  • 50/50 raffle - Tickets will be one for $5 and 3 for $10.
    Ticket holder must be present to win.

St. Joseph Convent in Azara, IndiaWho Benefits?

Did you know that the funds raised at Oktoberfest benefit thousands of people served by our sisters around the world?

  • Young women in India receive formal education.
     
  • Children with disabilities, who previously lacked access to education, learn independence and vocations in a beautiful school.
     
  • Remote and impoverished villages receive solar power and wells for renewable energy and access to clean water.
     
  • Families in Guatemala receive medical care, cooking classes, and scholarships to attend school.
     
  • Our sisters, who have spent their lives as witnesses to our mission, are provided caring support in retirement.

You Can Help!

In addition to your attendance, please help spread the word about Oktoberfest! For information about sponsorship opportunities or to make a donation, contact Holly Danen at hdanen@sssf.org or 414-385-5343.

Tell your friends, bring your family, and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon in our beautiful garden on Milwaukee’s south side.

If you are not able to attend, but still want to contribute, click on "Donate Here."

Donate Here

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Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Premium Sponsor

Clement Manor

 

Gold Sponsors

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Silver Sponsor

Community Care

 

Bronze Sponsors

Reinhart

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