Oktoberfest celebrations to return in La Crosse The four day fest will start September 30th July 6, 2021 5:57 PM Greg White Updated: LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – The spirit of gemütlichkeit will return, this year’s Oktoberfest is on. The 60th annual fest Starts September 30th and will include four days of food, fun, and music at both of La Crosse’s fest grounds. The Torchlight and Maple Leaf Parades are also making a comeback along with carnival rides. To help kick off the celebration organizers released this year’s button design ‘Cheers to 60 years.’ After missing last year’s celebration, organizers say people from near and far are excited for this moment.