GIVING BACK TO NASHVILLE
Community Partners
Nashville Oktoberfest has always been more than a festival: it's a celebration of community. Since 1980, we've partnered with local nonprofits, charities, and community organizations to ensure that the festival gives back to the city that makes it possible.
47
Years of Community
Giving back since 1980
5+
Active Partners
Local nonprofits & orgs
100%
Pup Parade Proceeds
Go to Crossroads Campus
Local
First Always
Nashville businesses first
OUR PARTNERS
Organizations We're Proud to Support
Crossroads Campus
Community & FaithServing Nashville's most vulnerable communities
Crossroads Campus is a nonprofit in Nashville's Germantown neighborhood providing job training and mentoring to at-risk teens, plus animal adoptions. The Dachshund Derby is a fundraising event for Crossroads, and a portion of Pup Parade entry fees and donations also go toward their programs.
Nashville Humane Association
Animal WelfareSaving lives, building community
The Nashville Humane Association has been saving animals and building community for over 60 years. As one of Nashville's oldest and most respected animal welfare organizations, NHA operates a no-kill shelter, adoption programs, and community outreach initiatives. Their presence at Nashville Oktoberfest reflects the festival's deep commitment to the local pet community.
Red Rover Pet Services
Pet ServicesNashville's premier pet care community
Red Rover Pet Services is a Nashville-based pet care company that sponsors the Pup Parade costume contest, providing prizes for the winning dogs and their handlers. Their partnership with Nashville Oktoberfest celebrates the city's vibrant pet-loving community and helps make the Pup Parade one of the most beloved events of the festival weekend.
Monell's Dining & Catering
Food & CommunityNashville's iconic family-style dining institution
Monell's is one of Nashville's most beloved dining institutions: a family-style restaurant that has been serving the community since 1995. As a Pup Parade partner and festival food vendor, Monell's brings authentic Nashville hospitality to the Oktoberfest experience. Their involvement reflects the festival's commitment to celebrating local Nashville culture alongside German tradition.
Nashville Scene
Media & CommunityNashville's independent voice since 1989
Nashville Scene is the city's leading independent alternative newspaper and media outlet, covering arts, culture, food, and community since 1989. As the Official Media Partner of Nashville Oktoberfest, Nashville Scene helps amplify the festival's reach and connects the event with Nashville's broader arts and culture community.
INTERESTED IN PARTNERING?
Bring Your Organization to the Festival
Nashville Oktoberfest is always looking for mission-aligned nonprofits, community organizations, and local businesses to partner with. Whether you want to raise awareness, collect donations, or engage with 100K+ festival visitors: we'd love to talk.
CHARITY EVENTS
Derby & Pup Parade Benefit Crossroads Campus
The Dachshund Derby is a fundraising race for Crossroads Campus, and 100% of Pup Parade entry fees and donations go directly to their programs. Race a dachshund, dress up a pup, and help at-risk teens and animal adoptions in Germantown.