The goal for Elktoberfest, which first began in 2019, was to create a community event, introduce a bigger target audience to the Elks and eventually create a bigger family event. From there it has grown each year.

The inaugural Elktoberfest took place at the Vancouver Elks Lodge, located at 11605 SE McGillvray Blvd. in Vancouver on Sept. 27-28, 2019. This year’s event will be open to all ages from 4-10 p.m. and will include German food, Beer Garden, bands, yard games, kid activities and more.

Entrance to Elktoberfest is $10.  Free for kids 18 and under (deleted volunteers)

About the Vancouver Elks

The original Elks Lodge 823 was in downtown Vancouver. Since 1902, Elks Lodge 823 has been helping the Vancouver community through its numerous projects and events that benefit our neighbors, children and disadvantaged families. It also includes social activities for its members and guests and is a great place to make new friends, stay active and gather among colleagues.

Yearly, the over 600 members of Vancouver Elks Lodge No. 823 have:

• Raised money for the Washington Elks Children’s Therapy Program
• Donated over 1,500 stuffed animals
• Donated over 300 food boxes yearly for families
• Taught discipline, hard work and practice through Hoop Shoot program
• Contributed more than $3,650 in scholarships
• Contributed over $35,000 in support to over 500 veterans in Clark County through our veterans programs.
• Supplied backpacks and school supplies to local schools and disadvantaged youth.
• Held a community Children’s Easter Egg Hunt and Christmas party

For more information, go to https://elks823.org/