The W welcomes all to campus for annual Oktoberfest celebration

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

by Robert Scott

Mississippi University for Women’s Student Programming Board is excited to welcome students, employees and the greater Columbus community to campus for its annual Oktoberfest celebration.

A little girl talks with W students at a table at Oktoberfest 2025. — W students interact with a child from the community during Oktoberfest 2025.

The event is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 2 from 5-8 p.m. at the gazebo on campus.

There will be a variety of performances during the event.

Additionally, there will be hot dogs, lemonade and food trucks.

The festival favorite costume contest will be held this year as well. Registration is from 5-6 p.m., and the contest begins at 6 p.m.

Tickets are available at the entry, and cost 50 cents each. Activities typically range from $1-$3, or two to six tickets.

About Student Programming Board

The Student Programming Board (SPB) is a student-led organization that is committed to bringing quality entertainment to The W community. SPB sponsors campus events including concerts, movies, novelties, and special events.

About The W

Located in historic Columbus, Mississippi, The W was founded in 1884 as the first state-supported college for women in the United States. Today, the university is home to 2,371 students in more than 70 majors and concentrations and has educated men for 40 years. The university is nationally recognized for low student debt, community and social mobility which empowers students to BE BOLD.

Be Bold.