Join us for two full weekends of authentic German celebrations with Oktoberfest in El Cajon – hosted by the German American Societies of San Diego, Inc.

Join us for two full weekends of authentic German celebrations. Oktoberfest in El Cajon, hosted by the German American Societies, is the closest thing to Munich’s Oktoberfest you’ll find in Southern California!

Enjoy German food such as bratwurst, ox-on-the-spit, potato pancakes, sauerkraut, red cabbage, potato salad, salted pretzels, and a variety of European pastries. Let a great selection of German beers and liquors – or water, soft drinks and coffee – quench your thirst while you enjoy traditional folk dancing, choir recitals, drama routines, stein-holding competitions, and interactive musical entertainment. Games, contests and prizes, a Kid Zone and a variety of shopping booths line the patio “tent” for additional all-ages fun.

Enjoy the Opening Day Parade with Club VIPs and dignitaries, the Tapping of the Keg, and the Crowning of our 2024 Oktoberfest Königin (Queen) on Friday, Sept. 27 at 6:30 p.m.!

You don’t need to be German to join the party. Everyone is welcome. Bring your family and friends to experience the real Oktoberfest in El Cajon!

Meet Our Band:

Our band, the Guggenbach-Buam, joins us from Baden-Württemberg, Germany. These talented, entertaining musicians dress in traditional clothing and play a variety of German music, just as you would hear in the beer gardens in Bavaria. Enjoy songs such as the chicken dance, polkas and waltzes, and all the famous beer-drinking tunes – new and old! Dance or sing along to some wonderful Oom-pah music!

Fest Date:
Weekend 1: Sept. 27, 28 and 29, 2024
Weekend 2: Oct. 4, 5 and 6, 2024

Hours:
Fridays: 4 – 10 p.m.
Saturdays: 12 – 10 p.m.
Sundays: 12 – 9 p.m.

Location: German American Societies of San Diego - 1017 South Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020

Tickets:
Fridays and Saturdays:
$15 for Adults; Free for Active Club Members, Guests Under 21 and Active Military
Sundays – “Family Day”:
$5 for Adults; Free for Active Club Members, Guests Under 21 and Active Military

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