Even a touch of rain could not dampen the spirits of participants during the annual Oktoberfest in Hays this weekend in conjunction with the Fort Hays State University Homecoming festivities.

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                    </figure><p>Even a touch of rain could not dampen the spirits of participants during the annual Oktoberfest in Hays this weekend in conjunction with the Fort Hays State University Homecoming festivities.</p><p>Take a look at some of the highlights below.</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1633123921756.jpeg" alt="From left: Octoberfest Grand Marshal Nick Werth and board members John Moeder and Phillip Kuhn celebrate the tapping of the keg at Hays 2021 Oktoberfest. Cristina Janney/Hays Post" />
                        <figcaption>From left: Octoberfest Grand Marshal Nick Werth and board members John Moeder and Phillip Kuhn celebrate the tapping of the keg at Hays 2021 Oktoberfest. Cristina Janney/Hays Post</figcaption>
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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1633124221737.jpeg" alt="Left: Nick Werth and (far right) Philip Kuhn honor Charlie and Roxie Dorzweiler at the opening ceremonies of the Hays 2021 Oktoberfest on Friday." />
                        <figcaption>Left: Nick Werth and (far right) Philip Kuhn honor Charlie and Roxie Dorzweiler at the opening ceremonies of the Hays 2021 Oktoberfest on Friday.</figcaption>
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📷 Hays-area residents celebrate annual traditions