Shredtoberfest 2026 with Jeff Katz

Join Tech For Troops and Richmond radio host Jeff Katz for Shredtoberfest 2026 on Friday, October 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This free Oktoberfest-inspired community event will feature hands-on hard-drive shredding, grilled bratwurst and sauerkraut, soft pretzels, cold beer, nonalcoholic refreshments and German music from DJ DNice804. Guests can meet Jeff Katz between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., pick up The Jeff Katz Show swag and tour Tech For Troops’ Richmond headquarters. Each guest may personally shred one hard drive provided by Tech For Troops at no charge. Additional hard drives may be shredded for a $5 donation per drive. Attendees are also encouraged to bring unwanted technology from home or work to donate. Shredtoberfest is open to community members, technology donors, business representatives and anyone interested in learning how Tech For Troops uses technology access, digital skills training and responsible electronics recycling to support Veterans and their families. Admission is free.