Celebrating Oktoberfest

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Alpine Village, California

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For more than 40 years, residents of Southern California have flocked to Alpine Village in Torrance to celebrate Oktoberfest. This small village hosts authentic German musicians, food and events from mid-September to late October each year. There ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Chicago

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There are few cities in the United States that embody the spirit of Oktoberfest quite like Chicago, Illinois. Oktoberfest celebrations throughout the city range from informal get togethers at the The Berghoff to month-long celebrations at the ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Covington, Kentucky

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Covington, Kentucky boasts the unique historic landmark of MainStrasse Village, where Oktoberfest has been celebrated since 1978. A rich German heritage can be found in MainStrasse Village. The people of Covington (1/3 of whom have German ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Glendale, Wisconsin

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Celebrate Oktoberfest at the scenic Bavarian Inn in Glendale, Wisconsin at one of the most authentic and oldest Oktoberfest events in the midwest. Hosted by the United German Societies of Milwaukee, this Oktoberfest runs for three weekends after ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Hays, Kansas

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The self proclaimed German capital of Kansas is the small town of Hays in Ellis County. The celebration of an historically accurate Oktoberfest in Hays has only taken place for 7 years, and during this time the festival has grown into a statewide ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in St. Louis, Missouri

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Celebrate Oktoberfest in St. Louis, Missouri in the Soulard Market Park, located on Lafayette and seventh Street. The Soulard Oktoberfest closely mimics traditions of the authentic Munich Oktoberfest with an Old World Celebration with its many ... more »

How to Enjoy the Fredricksburg Oktoberfest Festival in Texas

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One of the top five Oktoberfest celebrations in Texas, the Fredricksburg Oktoberfest is a celebration of the strong German heritage found in Texas. Oktoberfest began as a wedding party for Prince Ludwig of Bavaria, later King Ludwig I, in 1810. ... more »

How to make a pumpkin vase

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Fall is my absolute favorite season. The air is crisp, the apple cider aplenty and there are pumpkins of every size wherever you go. This year, I made a vase out of a pumpkin to hold my beautiful Autumn inspired flowers... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest

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Beer anyone? Munich's Oktoberfest is one of the largest festivals in Europe, attracting 6 million visitors annually with beer, sausage and song. Despite its name, Oktoberfest takes place during the last two weeks of September... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Newark, Delaware

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The city of Newark, Delaware, hosts one of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the Northeast part of the country. The event has been hosted by the Delaware Saengerbund and Library Association for 4 years, and it's been growing each year. The ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Peoria, Illinois

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The growth of Illinois communities like Peoria relied heavily on German immigrants in the 19th century immigration surge in America. The most tangible result of German influences in Illinois are the Oktoberfest activities that take place from ... more »

How to Dress for Oktoberfest

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Dressing for Oktoberfest can be one of the most important and fun ways to prepare for the upcoming festival. Dressing up for the festival went out of style in Germany in the 1970s and 1980s, but is popular again in Europe and the United States. ... more »

How to Prepare for Oktoberfest

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Oktoberfest is a celebration which spans 16 days in late September in Munich, Germany and is the largest festival of its kind in the world. Nearly six million visitors attend the event each year. If you are travelling to Germany for this festival ... more »

How to Survive a Brew Fest

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Beer festivals are great fun on so many levels. At most celebrations, you’ll be able to try brews you would have never picked out on your own and have the opportunity to drink some expensive tastes you really shouldn’t shell out the dough for in ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Oktoberfest in Cambridge, Massachusetts is held each year in eclectic Harvard Square, bringing in merchants, vendors, cuisine, entertainment and children's activities. Oktoberfest is spread over five square blocks in the heart of Harvard Square, ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Helen, Georgia

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When you think of Oktoberfest, you'll be forgiven if you think of Germany and not Georgia. But since the 1970s, thousands of visitors have flooded into the small Alpine-inspired village of Helen every year to raise a stein or two, eat some wursts ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Omaha, Nebraska

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Celebrate Oktoberfest in Omaha, Nebraska at the clubhouse of the German-American Society of America, or head over to the Huber-Haus German Beer Hall, where the Crescent Moon Oktoberfest takes place. Each offers plenty of live music, great food, ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Miami

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Oktoberfest Miami is a mixture of authentic German touches and beautiful Southern Florida weather held yearly in late October. The German American Social Club of Greater Miami opens its doors and its big tent to the public for a celebration of ... more »

How to Select a Beer at Oktoberfest

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German beer is the most important aspect of the Oktoberfest. Beer plays a major role so be sure to select your brew wisely. Over one hundred types of German beer are available in the United States, so if you can't make it to Munich, Germany for ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest at Pine Mountain Club, California

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The Pine Mtn Club Oktoberfest is an annual festival celebrated in the small town of Pine Mountain Club (aka: PMC), California. It is held on the Labor Day weekend of each year... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Amana, Iowa

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The Amana Colony in Iowa is a unique village that preserves century old buildings and encourages Old World craftsmanship. This commitment to the history of Amana and eastern Iowa make it a natural place to hold a celebration of Oktoberfest. ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Detroit, Michigan

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If you want to celebrate Oktoberfest in Detroit, Michigan, you have two options, each of which offers fun in a unique way. The first option is to partake in the celebration of Oktoberfest at Historic Trinity, Inc, a non-profit organization that ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Elgin, Illinois

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The Meijr Festival Grounds in Elgin, Illinois play host to a burgeoning celebration of Oktoberfest every September. The last 8 years have seen a rapid growth for Oktoberfest Elgin, moving from a small restaurant parking lot to accommodate larger ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Frederick, Maryland

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Oktoberfest in Frederick, Maryland is a family event that focuses on the rich German traditions and history of the area, and offers something for everyone. Held at the Frederick Fairgrounds in late September or early October, it features numerous ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Germantown, Maryland

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The Oktoberfest celebration in Germantown, Maryland is one of the most popular events of Upper Montgomery County. Held in early October, the celebration has deep roots in Germantown's German heritage. With delicious food, German beer, live music ... more »

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