Presented by Encova Insurance and ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Urban Works (formerly ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Main Streets), OktoberWest will return for its 15th year from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä’s Elk City District.
OktoberWest patrons will be able to sample more than 100 craft beers and ciders at the West Side festival.
OktoberWest will also feature live music on the City National Bank East and West stages, two DJs and themed games and prizes.
All funds raised from OktoberWest will go back to the West Side for programs, public art and other community and economic revitalization projects managed by ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Urban Works.
Tickets in advance are $55 for the VIP package, which includes an 8-ounce OktoberWest cup, early entry (3 p.m.), exclusive access to the new beer booth, and the other amenities that come with the general admission tickets. The general admission tickets cost $45 each for 4 p.m. entry and include six, 12-ounce beer tickets; an 8-ounce, collectible OktoberWest cup; and access to the OktoberWest DJ/concert series. Designated drivers and attendees ages 13 to 20 will receive wristbands for free admission. Ticket prices will increase $5 at the gate on the day of OktoberWest.
Per social media, OktoberWest volunteers can sign up for the event via www.signupgenius.com and, for their service, receive free OktoberWest entry, six tickets for 8-ounce beers, an 8-ounce OktoberWest collector’s cup, a food voucher that will be honored by any food vendor, and access to the music stages. For further information, contact OktoberWest Volunteer Coordinator Lauren Hatcher at 304-767-9800.
