It used to be that Grand Rapids was a place with a church on every corner. And while sometimes it still might seem true, it is becoming ever more clear that, as Beer City, USA asserts its hops-fueled muscle, we are soon to add a craft brew pub to that popular saying.
And while we have a host of beer festivals that pop up around the city, this bier merrymaking with a nod to the German’s traditional celebration of Oktoberfest returns to John Ball Park on Friday and Saturday, September 23 & 24 from noon to 11pm.
This German-styled "Volksfest," brought to Grand Rapids through our local Edelweiss Club, will feature specialty imported Erdinger beer selections on draft, as well as many other German beers and wines.
Dance to a variety of live acts, from traditional German musicians to modern German pop featuring special guest artists Box On and Pieptones! And if dancing is not your jam, then enter your name in the hat for the stein holding contest or beer keg toss — all activities that will count as “steps” on your Fitbit. Come to think of it, lifting a stein to toss back some suds will also count this weekend.
And should you get hungry, grab some schnitzel and wursts as you enjoy this two-day festival.
The event is free to attend, including access to the festival grounds, music tent and food vendor area; however, there is a $5 cover for an "over 21" wristband which will be required to drink alcohol at Oktoberfest West Michigan.
Admission: Free / $5 for a wristband
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