How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Germantown, Maryland

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 and performances, activities for kids and the work of many local artists, celebrating Oktoberfest in Germantown is an event the entire family can enjoy.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Cash for admission
• ID
• Comfortable shoes

1. Listen to live music and performances held on the Bavarian Haus Mainstage, the Germantown Buhne Stage and the BlackRock Center for the Arts Stage.
2. Be there to celebrate Germantown's Oktoberfest kick-off by watching the hot air balloon glow at dusk on Friday evening.
3. View the magnificent fireworks display at dusk on Friday while enjoying German food and drinks.
4. Celebrate by watching the Hot Air Balloon Race on Saturday evening at Kingsview and Clopper Road.
5. Get in shape to run the Germantown Oktoberfest 5K race!
6. Don't forget to indulge in Germantown's nearly famous Oktoberfest Biergarten in the park.
7. Explore what's in store for kids! Games and inflatables are just a few of the things that Germantown's Oktoberfest offers to make this a family event.
8. Peruse the many arts, crafts and business exhibit booths that present at the Germantown Oktoberfest.
9. Eat delicious German foods made especially for the event, including bratwurst, giant pretzels and sauerkraut.
10. Enter to win the Germantown Oktoberfest Poster Design Contest prior to the start of the celebration. The winning design becomes the official poster and theme for Germantown's Oktoberfest. The winner also receives a cash prize!
11. Become a sponsor for the Germantown Oktoberfest. Obtain an application at the Germantown Oktoberfest website to help contribute to this year's charity (see Resources below).

Tips & Warnings

• Germantown's family-oriented and philanthropic Oktoberfest is held at Ridge Road Park, accessible from Routes 355 and 27.
• Admission and parking are free.
• For more information on celebrating Oktoberfest in Germantown Maryland, call the events Hotline at [phone], or go to the Germantown Oktoberfest website.
• Pets are not allowed. (Seeing-eye dogs and other service animals are fine.)