SeptOberfest

01/28/2026

Don’t forget—this afternoon at the historic Anderson House Hotel!
Let’s talk all things 19th Annual SeptOberfest Celebration. See you there!

Help Shape the Future of SeptOberfest
Your ideas. Our future.
Jan 28 | 4:30 PM
Join the Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce & Convention Visitors Bureau and the new SeptOberfest event chairs Robin Gwaltney & Sherri Murphy at the historic Anderson House Hotel for a warm conversation about what’s next, see you there!

01/22/2026

Help Shape the Future of SeptOberfest
Your ideas. Our future.
Jan 28 | 4:30 PM
Join the Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce & Convention Visitors Bureau and the new SeptOberfest event chairs Robin Gwaltney & Sherri Murphy at the historic Anderson House Hotel for a warm conversation about what’s next, see you there!

12/09/2025

Calling all SeptOberfest lovers! 🍂🥨

SeptOberfest 2026 would love your help! If you’re interested in volunteering or joining the planning crew, come to the committee meeting:

📅 Wednesday, Dec. 17
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Anderson House Hotel

Everyone is welcome—bring your ideas, your friends, and your love for Wabasha! 💛

12/04/2025

🎃💛 A SeptOberfest Thank-You Fit for a Legend! 💛🎃

If you’ve ever walked through SeptOberfest with a pumpkin under your arm, glitter on your shirt, or a smile stretched from ear to ear… you already know Lorie.

SeptOberfest is what we all love because of her. ❤️

From the very first decorating tables to the laughter of hundreds of little artists each year, Lorie was there — giving, creating, supporting, and believing in what this festival could be. Even in retirement (note this pic is from 2024), she continues to lift this community up by sponsoring our decorating pumpkins! That isn’t just a donation… it’s heart. It’s history. It’s everything that makes SeptOberfest ours.

Her generosity keeps this tradition alive and thriving for kids of ALL ages, and her impact lives in every photo, every painted pumpkin, and every magical moment that happens under the fall leaves in Heritage Park. 🍂🎃🌟

To Lorie — we are endlessly grateful for you, your passion, and your years of dedication to this festival. The legacy of joy you’ve created is seen in every busy craft table, every messy paintbrush, every sparkling pumpkin masterpiece.

Thank you for helping SeptOberfest become the unforgettable celebration we all cherish. And thank you for continuing to give, support, and believe — long after the work was “done.” That’s how true community champions are made. ❤️

If you have been to SeptOberfest… you’ve felt Lorie’s magic.
We are so lucky to call her part of our story.

12/03/2025

🦅 A huge thank you to the National Eagle Center! 🦅

We are incredibly grateful to the National Eagle Center for sponsoring a SeptOberfest display this year! Your support helps bring even more driftless magic, color, and community joy to our festival.

Thank you for always lifting Wabasha’s spirit — and for everything you do to educate, inspire, and celebrate the eagles that make our home so special.

We appreciate you! 💛🧡

11/26/2025

🎉 A huge thank you to Gwaltney Group of RE/MAX Results! 🎉

We’re sending a big SeptOberfest shoutout to Gwaltney Group for sponsoring this year’s Pickleball events! 🏓 Their commitment to our community — and to the fast-growing sport of pickleball — is truly unmatched.

You’ve seen their logo proudly displayed on the courts all year long, and their ongoing support has helped fuel the energy, momentum, and excitement around the game. We absolutely couldn’t do it without them!

Thank you, Gwaltney Group, for helping our community play, connect, and grow. 💛💙

11/24/2025

🍂✨ A huge SeptOberfest thank you to WNB Financial! ✨🍂

We are incredibly grateful for WNB’s generous sponsorship of this year’s SeptOberfest! Their support helps bring so many of our favorite moments to life — from the festive displays to the family fun that fills Heritage Park each fall.

Community partners like WNB make it possible for us to create a welcoming, vibrant festival for residents and visitors alike. Thank you for investing in our community and helping keep our traditions strong!

💛 Thank you, WNB! We appreciate you more than you know.

11/21/2025

🎉 Thank You, Emplify Health by Gundersen Wabasha Area! 🎉

A huge SeptOberfest shoutout to Emplify Health for being one of our incredible sponsors this year! Their support helped bring our festival to life — from eye-catching displays to the much-anticipated annual Pumpkin Decorating at Heritage Park and so much more! 🎨🎃

There partnership helps keep our community traditions strong, creative, and fun for all ages. We’re grateful for their commitment to Wabasha-Kellogg and for pouring so much heart into this year’s celebration!

Thank you, Emplify Health! ❤️

11/20/2025

🎉 A huge SeptOberfest THANK YOU to Midco! 🎉

Once again, MIDCO stepped up in a big way as the proud sponsor of the Scouting America Pumpkin Derby at our 18th Annual SeptOberfest celebration — and wow, what a year! 🏁🎃

We had 36 pumpkin racers speeding, wobbling, and rolling their way to the finish line, and the smiles were absolutely priceless. This event continues to be a family favorite, and we’re so grateful for MIDCO’s support in making it possible!

But that’s not all — MIDCO also provided free WiFi at Heritage Park throughout the festival, keeping our visitors connected as they enjoyed all the fun, fall vibes, and community spirit. 📶🍂

From all of us at SeptOberfest: thank you, MIDCO, for helping make this year’s celebration even better! ❤️

11/19/2025

🍂🎉 Thank You, AmericInn of Wabasha! 🎉🍂

A huge heartfelt thank you to the AmericInn of Wabasha for their incredible sponsorship of the 18th Annual SeptOberfest Celebration!

From supporting our festive displays to helping bring the Giggle Givers’ smiles and laughter to Wabasha — and so much more — SeptOberfest simply wouldn’t be the same without them. Their partnership adds joy, color, and community spirit to every corner of our celebration.

We’re so grateful for their continued support and for being such a wonderful part of Wabasha’s fall magic! 🍁💛

10/08/2025

🏆🎟️ GRAND PRIZE WINNER! 🎟️🏆

We have ourselves a hole in one! ⛳️ Congratulations to our SeptOberfest Raffle Grand Prize Winner — who’s now cruising into fall in style with this brand-new golf cart! 🏌️‍♀️🍂

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who bought a raffle ticket — every single one helps support SeptOberfest rolling for another amazing year of fall fun in Wabasha! ❤️🎃