LA CROSSE (WKBT)  The 2025 Miss La Crosse Oktoberfest Competition took place Saturday, Sept. 13th, featuring nine talented women competing for the prestigious title. The contestants showcased their skills and personalities across several categories including Interview, On-Stage Conversation, Talent, Fitness, and Evening Wear.

This scholarship competition not only honors the participants’ talents and dedication but also offers the winner an opportunity to advance to the Miss Wisconsin 2026 competition.

Savannah Horstman, who won the competition in 2024, says, “I am just so excited, these nine girls have just put in so much hard work these past few months, and it is just so exciting to see it all come to a head tonight and see who will take over the title next.”

After an exciting evening of competition, the results have been announced. The winner of the Miss La Crosse Oktoberfest 2025 title is Vivian Stephenson.

Her talent performance was tap dancing, demonstrating skill and creativity. Beyond her stage presence, she is also committed to making a positive impact through her community service initiative, called “Harmony in motion: dance for youth well-being”.

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