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Raise a stein and tap into Oktoberfest with eHow. Get together with friends and throw your own authentic Oktoberfest. Find recommendations on quality German beers, decorating tips and recipes for bratwurst, sauerkraut and spiced wine. And don't forget the polka music. Munich's annual two-week beer fest begins at the end of September, but you can find the next-best German-themed fairs near you.

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How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in New Orleans, Louisiana

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The Deutches Haus in New Orleans, Louisiana provides a lively and fun celebration of Oktoberfest. Located at 20 South Galvez, just 5 minutes away from the French Quarter and the Central Business District, the Deutches Haus was formed in 1925 to ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Newport, Rhode Island

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Newport's Waterfront Oktoberfest takes place each year during the second weekend of October. This authentic German celebration features Bavarian music, food, drinks and games for the entire family. Celebrate with the tens of thousands who visit ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Ocala, Florida

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The city of Ocala, Florida, plays host to a unique Oktoberfest experience for 3 weekends in October. One of the longer versions of this German celebration, the Ocala version of Oktoberfest takes place in the Silver Springs Theme Park, a 300 plus ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Philadelphia

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The Cannstatter's Volkfest Labor Day Weekend Festival is Philadelphia's largest Oktoberfest celebration. The 3-day event opens at noon each day and offers guests a variety of activities. From German-themed dancing and singing to the ever-popular ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Raleigh, North Carolina

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A variety of Oktoberfest celebrations are held at several venues located throughout Raleigh, North Carolina. The most notable is the Raleigh Oktoberfest sponsored by St. Raphaels Catholic Church and the Oktoberfest at Greenshields Brewery. These ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in San Antonio

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San Antonio's Oktoberfest is held annually at the Beethoven Halle and Garten. Patrons celebrate with live German music, food, games, beer and hospitality over two consecutive weekends each mid-October. The Oktoberfest events are held in the ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in San Diego

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Oktoberfest in San Diego is a growing attraction. The six-day event takes place on consecutive weekends in late September and early October in El Cajon. In 2006, a new event honoring this Bavarian festival was born and provided San Diegans with ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in San Francisco

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The Oktoberfest by the Bay takes place in San Francisco in mid-October at the expansive Fort Mason Center. The Festival Pavilion offers a bay view and plenty of space for the thousands of Oktoberfest celebrants from around the world. With local, ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Sarasota, Florida

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The Sarasota, Florida celebration of Oktoberfest takes place on the Sarasota Fairgrounds in mid-October of each year. The annual host of the Oktoberfest Sarasota event is the Great Outdoors Conservancy, an organization devoted to land ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in South Norwalk, Connecticut

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South Norwalk, Connecticut is home to many festivals and special events throughout the year. The city does not, however, have an official Oktoberfest celebration in the traditional sense. There are no fairgrounds or Weisn fields in South Norwalk, ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Syracuse, New York

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Celebrate the Great Syracuse, New York Oktoberfest fall festival in popular Clinton Square. Located in downtown Syracuse, this event is put on by the German Immigrant Ancestors in Syracuse and Onodaga Counties. Participants enjoy the scenery in ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Tempe, Arizona

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Visit Tempe, Arizona to celebrate Oktoberfest in this suburb of Phoenix. The Tempe Oktoberfest is well organized, with activities for all members of the family to enjoy. The 3-day event is traditionally held in early October and features ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Torrance, California

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The Alpine Village Oktoberfest in Torrance, California hosts the largest and oldest Oktoberfest celebration in Southern California. The beer garden has a seating capacity of 3,000 with a stage that can accommodate large musical acts, dancing ... more »

How to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Vail, Colorado

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Vail, Colorado, one of the premier mountain resorts in the United States, is home to an annual Oktoberfest celebration that happens on back-to-back September weekends. The festival offers live music from German Oompah bands, dancers,other ... more »

How to Eat at Oktoberfest

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Despite its rich cultural history, Oktoberfest is best known for its food and beer. Luckily, most of the food you will find at a traditional Oktoberfest celebration pair well with beer. However, if you don't like to eat sauerkraut and other ... more »

How to Enjoy the Decatur Beer Festival in Georgia

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Every fall the city of Decatur, Georgia is home to a beer festival that showcases the beverages produced by more than 100 local, national and international microbreweries. The event, which maxes out at 5,000 attendees, also features live music ... more »

How to Have a Family Reunion or Business Meeting in a Tiny Apartment

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Small apartment? Single room? Are you sitting there wondering how you can be involved in planning a family reunion? Here is how--right after this "email and comment" box. Read the Tips and Warnings section also... more »

How to Make Zucchini Bread

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Fall is the perfect time of year for utilizing great harvest crops. Zucchini bread smells and taste delicious this time of year. Surprisingly, zucchini bread tastes much like banana bread and is very easy to make!.. more »

How to Properly Pour a Beer

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No matter what you think, there is an art to pouring a beer. With these simple tips, you will be an expert, and a hero at your next party... more »

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