Queen City Sunday at Oktoberfest Denver Wiesn

QUEEN CITY SUNDAY @ The Denver Wiesn: An Inaugural **UNOFFICIAL** Gay Day Celebration!

Having celebrated Oktoberfest at the legendary Wiesn in Munich—from the world-famous Gay Sunday (Gay Wiesn), Rosa Montag to Rosa Wiesn-Anstich—we’ve long dreamed of bringing that vibrant tradition home to the Rockies! We are so excited that an authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest has finally landed in Colorado, and we’re helping kick off a brand-new Mile-High tradition on the grand finale day of its inaugural year!

While Queen City Sunday is an unofficial gathering for now, we want our community to come out in full force to raise a stein, show our pride, and show Denver how the Queen City shines!

WHAT TO EXPECT:
* Be Your Authentic Self: Come as you are, or show up in your finest Trachten! (What is Trachten? It's traditional Bavarian attire—think Lederhosen, Dirndls, Alpine hats, and statement aprons! Whether you rock classic leather breeches, a gorgeous dirndl, or mix-and-match with a splash of rainbow, all expressions are welcome!)
* Puns, Buns & Bavarian Fun: Because let's be honest... who doesn’t love a good wiener?


We’re bringing all the fun German and LGBTQ plays on words to make the day as all-inclusive as the rainbow flag and our glorious state of Colorado.

* Fabulous Partner Perks: We are partnering up with local LGBTQ bars and community groups to make your Sunday extra special—stay tuned for pre-game and after-party details!


MAIN EVENT DETAILS:

Location: National Western Center – Main Campus Plaza (5185 National Western Drive, Denver, CO 80216)

Date: Sunday, October 25 (Grand Finale Day!)

Time: 1:00 PM until...

Admission: FREE & Open to the Public!

Parking: $15 on-site parking at the National Western Center

Highlights: Authentic Hofbräu beer, live entertainment, bier hall tents, observation wheel, artisan market, pretzels, and savory cuisine!
Invite your friends, throw on your suspenders, pins, or crowns, and help us lay the groundwork for a beloved annual Denver tradition!
Prost, Queens & Kings!

More details & partnering bar announcements coming soon—click "Going" or "Interested" to stay in the loop!


P.S. Why "Queen City"?
For those new to the lore, Denver was officially dubbed the "Queen City of the Plains" in the late 19th century as it quickly grew into the bustling cultural, financial, and agricultural hub of the Rocky Mountain West. By blending that historic Mile-High moniker with Munich's famous Rosa Wiesn (Pink/Gay Oktoberfest) traditions, Queen City Sunday honors our city's rich roots while celebrating the fabulous, vibrant LGBTQ+ community that makes Denver shine today!