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Application

Winery Pouring Partner

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Deadline: Sep 01, 2025 11:59 pm (GMT-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Sep 26, 2025 5:00 pm - Sep 26, 2025 10:00 pm (PST)
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Walnut Creek, California
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Free

About the application

Walnut Creek Downtown invites you to be a part of our 2025 Oktoberfest! We partner with local beverage providers (breweries, wineries, etc.) to promote your beverages and support our community event.

 

Winery Agreement: 

We ask you to donate (2) cases of wine and we will purchase up to (8) cases of wine from you. This amount can vary depending on the number of wine varieties provided. The case price should not exceed $120 (white) and $132 (red). If you choose to donate additional cases, WCD will feature you as an event sponsor.

 

Event Details:

Our winery partners are asked to coordinate delivering the wine prior to the event date. Delivery of the wine can be on or before Thursday, September 25th. You will provide the wine prior to the event and WCD will pour the wine at our beverage booths during the event. We encourage you to provide tasting notes and any additional marketing materials that you would like us to use and display at our wine booths. 

 

This partnership is meant to partner with local wineries to feature your products at our events and does NOT include on-site presence in a booth. If you are interested in having a booth, please contact us to learn more about a Wine Booth sponsorship. Wine Booth Sponsors are required to commit to being at the event on Friday and Saturday. 

 

We Provide: 

  • Your logo on event website and some mentions in event-related marketing (social media, digital, advertising)
  • Volunteers and staff to pour the wine at our beverage booths

You Provide: 

  • Wine
  • Marketing materials

Donation Information:

The Community Partnership for Walnut Creek Downtown is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Walnut Creek Oktoberfest is a fundraiser for our organization and all income after expenses goes towards operating and growing our program, along with supporting our downtown businesses through advocacy, marketing, events, and beautification. We appreciate your help supporting our community and our mission through our events. Donations are subject to a tax write off, please check with your accounting for specifics. Tax ID #99-0817264.

About the event

Get ready to raise your stein because Walnut Creek Oktoberfest is back for another epic celebration! Join us on Friday, September 26 (5-10 PM) & Saturday, September 27 (12-9 PM) at Civic Park East for a weekend packed with brews, bratwurst, and Bavarian fun! 🍻 🎉 🎶 Lively Entertainment: From oompah bands to local artists, our stages will be rocking all weekend long! Get ready to sing, dance, and toast to good times. 🍺 Biergarten Bliss: Sip on an incredible selection of authentic German beers and local craft brews while soaking up the festive vibes. Prost! 🌭 Delicious Eats: Indulge in classic German fare like bratwurst, pretzels, schnitzel, and more! Plus, a variety of food vendors will be serving up tasty treats for every palate. 🛍️ Artisan Market: Stroll through a lively marketplace featuring local artisans, crafters, and unique vendors—perfect for picking up one-of-a-kind finds! 🎡 Kinder Karvneval: Bring the little ones for a fun-filled kids area with inflatables, activities, and games! (Wristbands required for entry.) 🚲 Easy Access: We’re just a short walk from Walnut Creek BART, and free valet bike parking is available. Paid event parking is also available on-site. ✨ Admission is FREE, but you can grab your drink tickets, commemorative glassware, and kids zone wristbands at ticket booths at the event. Don't miss out on Walnut Creek’s biggest Bavarian bash of the year! Grab your friends, practice your toasts, and get ready for a weekend full of good cheer, great beer, and even better company! 🍻🎶🎡 (Please Note: Visit the Oktoberfest page on our website to learn more about our vendor applications, sponsorship brochure, volunteer opportunities, and more). For details and updates, visit Walnut Creek Downtown’s website - .
Walnut Creek Downtown
Walnut Creek Downtown
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Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • Please list the variety and quantity of the wine you are providing.
  • Would you like WCD to reimburse you for the additional wine you are providing or would you like to donate some or all of the wine?
  • Questions or Comments?
  • You hereby acknowledge that you have voluntarily chosen to participate in Walnut Creek Oktoberfest operated by Walnut Creek Downtown Association and the Community Partnership for Walnut Creek Downtown. You hereby agree to take full responsibility for your company/ entity, its belongings, property, vehicles, employees and products. You further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the event property, the City of Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek Downtown, and any of their respective officers, directors, representatives, associates, agents, employees, and principals from any actions, claims, losses, damages, causes of action, liabilities, costs or expenses, including reasonable legal fees and expenses, arising or resulting from your participation in Walnut Creek Oktoberfest
  • By signing this document you agree to all terms and conditions included in this application. This document will serve as a legal and binding contract between you and Walnut Creek Downtown Association. Printing and or typing your name below will be considered an electronic signature:

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 0
Winery Pouring Partner
Winery Pouring Partner
Walnut Creek Oktoberfest
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