Details Brat Eating Contest
Think you can put away bratwurst faster than anyone in Nashville? Take the main stage and find out: multiple rounds across the weekend.
Bicentennial Capitol Mall: Food Court Stage
EVENTS & CONTESTS
Events & Contests
Thank you for visiting this year. Contest sign-ups and next year's lineup aren't posted yet.
Schedule
Race details FEATURED
5K Bier Run
A scenic 5K through historic Germantown, finished off with a free 20 oz. beer, a race T-shirt, and festival entry. Produced by the Nashville Striders.
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Keg Bowling
One frame is $15 for 2 rolls. Two frames are $25 for 4 rolls. Open Thursday and Friday 5–9 PM, Saturday 3–9 PM, and Sunday 1–4 PM. Your QR code is redeemed once.
SIGNATURE CONTESTS
Signature Contests
Sign-ups for next year aren't open yet. Check back when registration opens.
Details 
Details Stein Holding Contest
Hold a full 1-liter stein at arm's length longer than anyone else. An official qualifier for the Tennessee State Steinholding Championship.
🏆 Official Tennessee State Steinholding Championship Tournament qualifier: advance to the state finals.
Bicentennial Capitol Mall: Bier Tent Stage
Details Pup Parade
Dress up your dog and join the Saturday parade! All breeds welcome, with prizes for best costume. Check in at 1:00 PM at the Check-in Tent on 6th Ave N. Your registration covers your pup plus one human General Admission festival ticket.
Check-in Tent on 6th Ave N, just inside the Harrison Street entrance
Details Dachshund Derby
A crowd-favorite wiener dog race and fundraiser for Crossroads Campus. $40 online includes one Sunday General Admission ticket, and online sign-ups are unlimited. Day-of entries are $45 and waitlisted. Races begin at 2:00 PM; check in 12:00 PM–1:00 PM.
Racetrack tent, north end of Bicentennial Mall
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Thank You for Visiting Us This Year
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