2017 Oktoberfest Celebrations Across Vermont

Are you ready for some schnitzel, HUGE pretzels and Oktoberfest beer? Well, you’re in luck. Fall is upon us and Oktoberfest 2017 celebrations abound in Vermont.

The original German Oktoberfest tradition takes place every year in Munich. It’s a cultural extravaganza, and this year, its celebrating it’s 184th anniversary. Now that’s a lot of beer!

When it comes to celebrating the German tradition in the states, Oktoberfest events in Vermont are famous for paying tribute to the country’s heritage and rich culture, as well as serving up a ton of German food and beer.

Bonus: Have family members under 21? They’re still invited since most celebrations have things for the kiddos to enjoy, too.

Without any further ado, here are a few 2017 Oktoberfest celebrations not to miss:

2017 Oktoberfests Across Vermont.

Oktoberfest Vermont September 21st-September 23rd

• 20 Lake Street, Burlington
• A Bavarian Carnival on the shores of Lake Champlain. Enjoy 40+ breweries from Vermont to Germany, live music & dancing, Lederhosen & Dirndil competitions, Carnival games galore, and much more!
• Get more information here.

Bennington Oktoberfest October 14th

• Historic Colgate Park on Route 9 West
• Presented by the Norshaft Lions, the Bennington Oktoberfest offers live German music, great German food and beer, and so much more. Plenty of activities for the whole family, including wagon rides, will surely entertain the kids and adults alike.
• Get more information here.

2017 Harpoon Oktoberfest Vermont, October 7th-8th

• 336 Ruth Carney Drive, Windsor. (Harpoon Brewery)
• The Harpoon brewery is throwing its annual Oktoberfest serving up their famous beer as well as plenty of German food and music. Come join the Harpoon team as they put on a great celebration you're sure to enjoy. Not only does it capture the German spirit, but the Brewery has a great view of Vermont's fall foliage at its peak.
• Get more information here.

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