The annual Great Northwest Oktoberfest in Whitefish’s Depot Park featured fan-favorite events such as the stein-holding and log-sawing competitions. Oktoberfest continues for a second weekend from Oct. 4-7.
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The stein holding competition at the Great Northwest Oktoberfest on Sept. 28, 2017. Greg Lindstrom | Flathead Beacon
A festive feather and pins decorate a cap at the Great Northwest Oktoberfest on Sept. 28, 2017. Greg Lindstrom | Flathead Beacon
Great Northwest Oktoberfest on Sept. 28, 2017. Greg Lindstrom | Flathead Beacon
The stein holding competition at the Great Northwest Oktoberfest on Sept. 28, 2017. Greg Lindstrom | Flathead Beacon
Members of The Europa Band perform at the Great Northwest Oktoberfest on Sept. 28, 2017. Greg Lindstrom | Flathead Beacon
Great Northwest Oktoberfest on Sept. 28, 2017. Greg Lindstrom | Flathead Beacon
The stein holding competition at the Great Northwest Oktoberfest on Sept. 28, 2017. Greg Lindstrom | Flathead Beacon