Your Local Oktoberfest
While the official Oktoberfest takes place on the other side of the globe in Munich, Germany, local clubs across NSW are taking part in the celebrations, hosting fairs and festivals from late September through to the end of October.
Clubs are increasingly jumping on the Oktoberfest wagon, throwing parties with all of the traditional German trimmings for their members and guests, with patrons flocking to venues take part. Think steins of beer, lederhosen, pretzels, bratwurst and lots of fun. Here’s how your local club is celebrating Oktoberfest 2023.
Concordia Club
Marrickville’s German Club, the Concordia Club, is home to a month-long traditional event held every Sunday during the month of October. The sold-out event consists of live music and entertainment, traditional food and specially brewed beer from Grifter Brewing Co. Click here to find out more about the event.
Yamba Golf & Country Club
Yamba Golf & Country Club's 2023 Oktoberfest & Traditional Fair will have something for patrons of all ages. Boasting food trucks, market stalls, jumping castles, a bucking bull and sumo wrestling suit fighting, there will be something to keep everyone busy. And for those who want to sit back and simply enjoy some entertainment, the fair will have a live performance from traditional German duo Schneider Musikanten, authentic bell ringers, folk dancers, the Elanora Austrian Choir, as well as a strong man and woman contest — plus much more. The fair will take place on Sunday, 8 October from 12pm. Click here to find out more about the event.
Parra Leagues
Indulge in a symphony of flavours at Para Leagues, with traditional German favourites including hearty pretzels, succulent pork knuckle, and tender schnitzels. Savour the rich, creamy goodness of potato salad and sauerkraut, perfectly complementing the robust taste of authentic German beer. The Oktoberfest menu is available at the Club now until 29 October. Click here to find out more.
Leichhardt Bowling Club
Smoked bratwurst and a pork belly barbeque will be on the menu at Leichhardt Bowling Club for their Oktoberfest party on Saturday, 7 October. Adding to the Club’s 100-year anniversary celebrations earlier this year, the party will feature a roaming polka acoustic band, Weihenstephaner on tap and competitions with exciting prizes for participants. Click here to find out more about the event.
Brewarrina RSL
Brewarrina RSL in the North-West of NSW will be hosting a German beer tasting and live music on Saturday, 7 October from 12pm until close. The Club will be celebrating Oktoberfest with members and guests by encouraging traditional outfits by gifting a complimentary drink on arrival to all who come dressed up. Click here to find out more about the event.
Canley Heights RSL
Whilst not hosting a special event, Canley Heights RSL will have a special menu of German food available every evening from now until 25 October. The menu will boast German classics such as pork schnitzel, bratwurst, brockwurst, weisswurst, pork knuckle and for dessert, traditional German black forest cake. Click here to find out more about the event.
Panania Diggers
The monthly Family Fun Night at Panania Diggers for October will be Oktoberfest themed. Think delicious kaiser buns, pork schnitzel, sourdough baguettes and warm brezel buns, served alongside smooth beats on The Green by Stevie G. Festivities kick off at 5:30pm on Friday, 6 October. Click here to find out more about the event.
Club Kirrawee
Dust off your lederhosen and dirndls and raise a glass to good times, good mates and good beer at Club Kirrawee. With the Club grill open from 6pm on Saturday, 14 October, serving German food and one of Germany’s best beers, Weihenstephan 1516 Kellerbier, on tap this party is set to be a big one. There will also be an Oompah band and prizes for the best dressed patrons on the day. Click here to find out more about the event.
The Epping Club
Celebrate Oktoberfest at The Epping Club with exclusive beers and menu items until 24 October. The Club will offer everything from schnitzel with sauerkraut, bratwurst, goulash to Schofferhofer Hefeweizen beer and black forest gateau. Click here to find out more.
Oatley RSL
Head to Oatley RSL on Saturday, 14 October from 5:30pm to take part in the festivities. The Club will have live entertainment, German beers on tap, a special German themed menu and drink specials throughout the night. Click here to find out more about the event.
Club Forbes
Club Forbes is offering a special Oktoberfest menu, too. Choose from the amazing Oktoberfest Platter with a whole pork knuckle, chicken schnitzels, sausages, pretzel and all the sides and two pints of your choice for $85, or a whole pork knuckle with sauerkraut and mash for $30. Click here to find out more.
Gwandalan Bowling Club
Up on the Central Coast, the Oktoberfest festivities continue at Gwandalan Bowling Club. The venue will be serving up beer, food and music during a special festival on Sunday, 23 October. There will be schnitzel specials all day, and patrons are encouraged to come dressed in their best Bavarian outfits. Click here to find out more about the event.
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