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Platzkonzert Germanfest
September 8, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Free2024’s Platzkonzert Germanfest returns for an Oktoberfest-style celebration featuring Hofbrau beer, authentic German food, live music, free kids activities, and more!
Friday, Sept. 6
6:00 p.m. – Fest opens! Keg tap at 6:00 p.m. with Mayor William D. McLeod and Trustees. German food, music and bier all night!
8:30 p.m. – Men’s “Best Legs” Competition
6:30 – 11:00 p.m. – Alpine Blast
Saturday, Sept. 7
12:00 p.m. – Fest Opens for the day
12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Children’s Activities at Kinderplatz
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. – The Mike Schneider Band
3:00 – 3:30 p.m. – Stein Hoisting Contest
3:30 – 4:00 p.m. – Stein Carry Contest
4:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Blaskapelle Milwaukee
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Costume Contest
8:00 – 11:00 p.m. – Boy Band Review
Sunday, Sept. 8
12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Children’s Activities at Kinderplatz
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. – Dachshund Races
1:30 – 2:00 p.m. – German Dance Performance – HOTT Productions
12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Die Musikmeisters Band
For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.
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