Oktoberfest is returning to Garretson! The Sports Cabin is hosting Oktoberfest this Friday, Sept 20, with festivities beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Originally a festival celebrated in Munich, Germany, Oktoberfest is a way to celebrate German heritage, having run for over 180 years. The first Oktoberfest was held in 1810 to honor the wedding of King Ludwig I to Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen, and has been held yearly since. This year's German festival runs from Sept 21-Oct 6, making this Friday's Garretson version a perfect complement.
Though many of the settlers of the area around Garretson were Norwegian, a large contingent of German settlers came to Garretson/Palisades as well, and this will be a great event for all to attend.
Event organizer, LeRoy Austin, promises good food, plenty of beer, and great music along with lots of fun. The Larry Olson Band will be providing the music and games will be played. German-heritage attire is encouraged but not required, and a Beer Stein competition will be held beginning at 6:00 p.m.
