Oktoberfest is the world’s largest Volkfest (beer fest or traveling funfest). It is held annually for 16-18 days in Munich, Germany, from mid-September through early October (Wikipedia). Fortunately for those who live in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, you can celebrate Oktoberfest without having to travel to Munich. A variety of Oktoberfest events are held in Chicago to celebrate the yearly event. Below are three Oktoberfest events happening this year in the Lakeview neighborhood.
One of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in Chicago, Oktoberfest at St. Alphonsus is held September 23-25 on the corner of the Lincoln, Wellington and Southport in Lakeview. The annual event includes the “Brat Trot 5k”, a craft beer tasting and three days of live music. There is also a “Kinderfest” on Saturday and Sunday that includes kid-friendly games and activities.
Learn more about Oktoberfest at St. Alphonsus at oktobefestchicago.org. Admission is $5. It is free for active military and veterans with a military ID.
The newly-opened Mariano’s in Lakeview East will be having an Oktoberfest event on Sunday, October 2. The free event includes live polka music, handmade Mariano’s brats, soft pretzels, beer and cheese samples.
It will be held from 11 am – 2 pm at Mariano’s, 3030 N Broadway Street, Chicago. Learn more at the Eventbrite page for the event.
Sheffield’s will be hosting their annual Revolution Brewing Stein Night on Thursday, September 22. Attendees who purchase two of Revolution Oktoberfest drafts will receive a free stein glass (while supplies last). Sheffield’s will have a variety of Revolution beers on tap for the event as well.
The event starts at 6 pm on September 22. Sheffield’s is located at 3258 N Sheffield, Chicago. Click here to learn more about the Oktoberfest event.
