Events

What is Walpurgisnacht? It's basically Halloween's cooler, older German cousin... bonfires, witches, ancient folklore, and an excuse to celebrate spring in the most dramatic way possible. Here's everything you need to know.

Your ultimate German Fest survival guide—what to wear, what to pack, and insider tips to enjoy Milwaukee’s best summer celebration.

You've been probably waiting for this all year, so we're super excited to share with you our mega list of Oktoberfests happening this Fall all over US! There are over 300 fun and interesting places to go and show off your best dirndl. Just click the event title to find out more details.

Frühlingsfest in Munich is a family-friendly spring festival with Bavarian traditions, offering a relaxed atmosphere with fewer crowds compared to Oktoberfest, featuring unique attractions like live music, beer tents, and a variety of food and rides. Learn more about this exciting spring festival!

According to folklore, Krampus shows up  the night before December 6, known as Krampusnacht, or Krampus Night. Today the tradition live on in Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovenia, and the Czech Republic involves folks dressed as devils, who take over the streets for a Krampuslauf—a Krampus Run of sorts, when people are chased through the streets by these “devils.”

During the winter months, there is a tradition in Germany that dates back to the 16th century and is one of the oldest German customs. Centuries older than the celebration of Oktoberfest, and to most folk's surprise, much more popular! Today, many German’s carry on this long lived tradition with parades, parties and events that draw out millions of locals and visitors to the streets.  

“Sprechen sie fun?” If you’re not familiar with Wurstfest, it is an epic German Festival in New Braunfels, Texas and absolutely worth a visit. This 10 day extravaganza has a Texas meets Munich Oktoberfest vibe and below are the 6 steps to getting the most out of your experience in New Braunfels!  

We all know that Oktoberfest is hands down the most popular Bavarian festival both here and in Germany. But did you know that there are lots of other German events and festivals throughout the US that are NOT Oktoberfest? Here are our Top 5. 

It was just a regular ‘ol Wednesday when I decided… you know what? Let’s make this a special Wednesday! My husband had left for work for the evening, so it was just me and my son (who is 1.5) and we (well… me I guess) decided to have our own little Oktoberfest. We made a whole afternoon out of it and it was so much fun.

"Sprechen sie fun?" If you’re not familiar with Wurstfest, it is an epic German Festival in New Braunfels, Texas and absolutely worth a visit. Now I must admit… I have not had the pleasure of attending, so I asked two of my great friends who have been multiple times for their advice on this gem of a festival. Here is Jennifer and Jessica's Guide to Wurstfest! 

The summer and fall is full of sunshine, beautiful weather and German Festivals galore! Before you get dressed in your dirndl or lederhosen for Bavarian Blast, Zinzinnati Oktoberfest or Wurstfest here is the quick, must-have checklist to get the most out of whichever fest you are going to.

Are you tired of not being able to wear your dirndl? Are you getting the “dirndl itch?” I know I am!!!