The leaves are starting to change their hue, the temperature is slowly dropping, and you can smell the distinct sent of… bratwursts and beer? This can only mean one thing: it’s Oktoberfest season!
This German celebration originated in 1810 to celebrate the marriage of the crown prince ofBavaria, and turned into the festivals we know and love today, which include dancing, competitions, agriculture, and the plentiful amounts of beer. So, pick up a stein, dress in your favorite lederhosen, and give cheers with your friends or family in celebration of this German tradition in a city near you.
Canterbury Village Oktoberfest
A staple of the Lake Orion community, Canterbury Village is celebrating their Oktoberfest with a two-day party featuring live music and themed food. Enjoy a variety of traditional games such as Fassrollen, Masskrugstemmen, and Hammerschlagen. Sept. 14-15. $5 with cash, $6 with card. Free parking provided. 2325 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion; canterburyvillage.com.
Frankenmuth Oktoberfest
Michigan’s Little Bavaria hosts its annual German festival once again with food, drinks, and music for an extended weekend of family-friendly fun. Enjoy the wiener dog race, with a variety of trophies such as Fattest Weiner, Best Dressed Weiner, and Smallest Weiner. Sept. 19-22. $10 admission, kids 15 and under are free. 601 Weiss St., Frankenmuth; frankenmuthfestivals.com.
Shorestoberfest
This Oktoberfest by the shores includes live music by strolling accordionists and Kielbasa Kings, contests including stein races, best Bavarian costume, and stein holding. Plenty of food trucks and beer to go around, too. Sept. 21. Ages 21+. Free admission. 32400 Jefferson Ave, St. Clair Shores; facebook.com.
St. Isidore Church Oktoberfest
Step into the St. Isidore Church social hall and celebrate Oktoberfest with live music by Dynabrass, authentic German food, and a selection of beers to choose from. Test your skills with indoor and outdoor games, including a gourds slingshot, fowling, and the Hammerschlagen challenge, or compete in activities such as the corn hole and euchre tournaments, or the stein holding competition. Sept. 21. $5 (excluding food, beverage, and tournament entry fees), free entry for ages 13 and under. 18201 23 Mile Road, Macomb; stisidore.church.
Okto-Beer-Fist Battle Alley’s German Oktoberfest
Enjoy the German festival with Battle Alley’s German-inspired food menu, a stein-holding competition, and raffle for those who dress up, all with a beer or harvest ale in your clutches. Sept. 28. No cost for admission. 806 N. Saginaw St., Holly; allevents.in.
Oktoberfest!
Included in the price of admission, patrons can enjoy food by DeutschTroit Catering, local craft beer, and live oompah music, along with a raffle. Oct. 4. $70-$80. 32455 Franklin Road, Franklin; franklin.lib.mi.us.
Our Lady of the Angels Oktoberfest
Enjoy Oktoberfest in Taylor with music by Wisteria, food such as bratwurst, German potato salad, and sourdough pretzels, as well as a grand raffle with a $12,000 grand prize. Oct. 12. No cost for admission. 20049 Lorne St., Taylor; facebook.com.
The Knights of Columbus Oktoberfest
Experience an Oktoberfest Polish dinner. Enjoy dishes such as kielbasa, golabki, and pierogi with family and friends. Oct. 19. $25 for adults, $15 for ages 12 and under. 855 E. Grand River Ave., Fowlerville; facebook.com.
Be sure to visit hourdetroit.com for details on more fall activities coming to metro Detroit and beyond. Did we miss your favorite Oktoberfest experience in metro Detroit? Tell us about it in the comments so we can add it to our list.
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