Adirondack Brewery’s Oktoberfests are returning to Lake George just as the autumn foliage is reaching its peak. Both feature Bavarian music and dancing, German cuisine and craft brews.
Friday, October 10, through Sunday, October 12, is the annual Village of Lake George Oktoberfest, a Columbus Day Weekend event. Canada Street in front of Shepard Park will be blocked to traffic with a large biergarten set up in the middle of the street.
Under the tent, Oktoberfest revelers will find a stage with live music, a dance floor, steaming pans of Bavarian sausage, sauerkraut, German Potato salad, and other hot dishes, along with apple strudel and soft pretzels. Adirondack Brewery will be serving its brews from a beer wagon. Wine and soft drinks will also be available. Food and beer are cash only.
The street outside the beer garden will host food and craft vendors, yard games, contests, bounce houses and carnival rides. Friday evening features free Oktoberfest hats. This is a kid-friendly event. Admission is free. Hours: Friday, 12- 10 p.m. (food, 5 – 10 p.m.), Saturday, 12 – 10 p.m., and Sunday, 12 – 5 p.m.
Saturday, October 18, brings the 19th Annual Oktoberfest Charity Block Party to Sewell Street outside Adirondack Brewery. This adult-only party (age 21+) will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Southern Adirondacks. Tickets include a $15 food voucher, complimentary 5-oz. sample stein, unlimited sampling of Adirondack Brewery’s beers and ciders, as well as craft beverages offered by guest breweries, wineries and cideries. Musicians will perform on a stage erected on Sewell Street, and there will be games and contests throughout the day. Bavarian attire is encouraged.
Tickets to the Oktoberfest Charity Block Party are available online at lakegeorgeoktoberfest. Com. Advanced tickets are $55 plus a processing fee; Day of Event tickets are $60 plus a processing fee. Designated Driver tickets are $15 and include the food voucher.
“Our Oktoberfest events draw inspiration from Bavarian traditions while highlighting local flavor and community spirit. Each year, these celebrations support a local non-profit, giving back to the community we love,” says Adirondack Brewery owner John Carr.
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