Hot Shot Basketball Contest

VU Jasper Ruxer Gym 850 College Ave., Jasper, IN

Vincennes University Jasper Campus will host its annual “Hot Shot Basketball Shooting Contest” Friday, August 2nd as part of the 2024 Jasper Strassenfest. The contest is free and there will be divisions for boys and girls grades 2 through 12, and for adults, including a Senior division for those 55 years and older. Participants must […]

Antique Tractor Show

2nd & Clay Street 229 W 2nd St., Jasper, IN

Antique tractors on display. May be dependent on weather. Show off your antique tractor with an afternoon tractor drive.

Stein Display

Jasper Public Library 100 3rd Avenue Suite B, Jasper, IN

Browse a collection of steins from previous Strassenfests. Free to the public.

Dubois County Museum Celebrates 25 Years in 2024

Dubois County Museum

The Dubois County Museum is your stop featuring the complete collection of Strassenfest booklets, buttons and mugs of all the past years. Be sure to check out the new exhibit on the history of our county’s many woodworking businesses that had its grand opening this spring. During the month of August, the museum will have […]

Accordian Music by Sandra Chastain

Glockenspiel Stage

Stroll down to the Glockenspiel to enjoy live accordian music played by Sandra Chastain.

Strassenfest Golf Scramble

Buffalo Trace Golf Course 1718 Jackson St., Jasper, IN

4 Person Handicapped Scramble Friday and Saturday. Non-Handicapped Scramble Sunday. Pre registration required at the golf course. Prizes determined by number of entries. Entry is per person: $40/member and $60/non-member. Entry fee is cash only. Bulletin board at the golf course will have a sign up sheet posted the first week of July. Sign-up for […]

German Heritage Performances

Glockenspiel Stage

Come enjoy performances by the German Heritage dancers and singers.

Jasper FFA Kiddie Tractor Pull

German American Bank West Lot 711 Main Street, Jasper, IN

Kiddie Tractor Pull - Open to kids of all ages weighing 0-100 lbs. We will have four weight classes: 0-45 lbs, 46-60 lbs, 61-75 lbs, and 76-100 lbs. No cost to participants. Prizes will be awarded.

Baby Photo Contest

American Mercantile 533 Main St., Jasper, IN

Cast your vote for your favorite baby! The Dubois County Breastfeeding Coalition sponsors this cute event. Open to ages newborn to 3 years old. Limited to first 100 participants. $10 entry fee. Sign up online or by clicking HERE!

Schnitzelbank Song Sing-Along

Glockenspiel Stage

Participants from the audience hold picture signs from the Song as Kent Reyling leads the crowd in singing the traditional Schnitzelbank Song. The lyrics are in German and are printed on the signs. This high energy and fun performance is FREE to participate. Join in the fun!

Strings Inc.

Willkommen Stage

Violin players ages 3 and up will entertain you with several selections of beautiful music.

Strassenfest Hot Air Balloon Launch

Uebehor Toyota Field 788 W 12th Avenue, Jasper, IN

This family friendly event has been a long time favorite for many attendees of the Strassenfest. Get up close to the balloons for pictures prior to take-off. Come out early around 5:30 to tailgate and watch as these large hot air balloons prepare to launch. Departure dependent on weather. Launch is scheduled for 7:00 pm. […]

The Alpen Echos & Chardon Polka Band

Bier Garten

Two popular polka bands perform. The Alpen Echoes are a Strassenfest tradition & mainstay, while The Chardon Polka Band have been bringing new life and energy to polka music for several years at our fest. Free event in the Bier Garten (21+). Buttons required for entry.

Das Glockenspiel Performance

Glockenspiel Stage

The live action Glockenspiel performance starts at the top of the hour with a child ringing the bell as other children pop out of the Glockenspiel. As the "Strassenfest Favorite Things" plays, children will dance on the Glockenspiel.

Accordion Music by Dana Welp

Glockenspiel Stage

Stroll down to the Glockenspiel to enjoy live accordion music played by Dana Welp.

Bankltantz – Bench Dance

Glockenspiel Stage

Come enjoy this performance by the German Heritage Bankltanz (Bench Dancers). This energetic dance will have you clapping right along with the bench tapping. Free event.

Learn to Dance the Schuhplattler and Chicken Dance

Glockenspiel Stage

Learn to Dance the Schuhplattler and the Chicken Dance. The Schuhplattler dance is also knows as the Slap Dance. The 6 easy steps are easy to learn and fun to do. Children will be selected to come on stage. The Chicken Dance contest will follow the Schuhplattler Dance. The Strassenfest Queens and Court will select […]

Stein Holding Contest

Bier Garten

Each participant stands straight up and holds a stein full of water at shoulder height with arm fully extended and arm parallel with the ground. Last person standing wins! Up to 16 participants per male and female divisions. Free event in the Bier Garten (21+). Buttons required for entry.

Run Forrest Run

Willkommen Stage

Run Forrest Run is your ultimate gateway to 90s nostalgia! In an era where modern pop and R&B hits reign supreme on the airwaves, finding a portal back to "the good old days" can feel like a quest. Run Forrest Run is more than just a cover band, we're your time machine to that golden […]

Dad’s Root Beer Mug Holding Contest

Glockenspiel Stage

Mentors for Youth presents Dad’s Rootbeer Mug Holding Contest for Kids. Children hold a weighted Dad’s Rootbeer mug straight in front of them without movement. Any movement and the child is eliminated. Last child in each age group wins the Dad’s Rootbeer prize. Limited number of spots available for each age group. Free Event for […]

Children’s Chocolate Eating Contest

Glockenspiel Stage

Each participant will consume chocolate. First one to eat everything wins! Free event for ages 5 to 16.

Hammerschlagen

Glockenspiel Stage

New this year! This game, developed by Germans, allows participants to show of their aptitude with a hammer by being the first person to drive a nail into the log by using the thin edge of the hammer. Participants must be 18+. Free event. Sponsored by Hoffman Remodel and More LLC.

Polka Contest

Bier Garten

Come show off your dance moves! Dance your best traditional polka in front of everyone! Contestants will be eliminated as the polka plays, with the last three being presented before the audience as a whole to cheer for their champion! Free event in the Bier Garten (21+). Buttons required for entry.

Chicken Dance Contest

Bier Garten

Get ready to squat, flap your wings, and strut your stuff! Join us on the dance floor as we dance the Chicken dance! All those on the dance floor will be eligible to win! At the end of the dance, the committee will select a winner for the night. Come out and be a part […]