Posted in Delaware October 17, 2022 by William Suphan
The small town of Newark, Delaware has an organization dedicated to preserving, educating, and celebrating German history and culture. The Delaware Saengerbund and Library Association provides a wide range of German historical information, including the achievements, efforts, and participation of Americans of German ancestry who helped make America an international leader. They also have an amazing three-day Oktoberfest in true Munich style that you’ll want to add to your to-do list!
The next Oktoberfest is scheduled for September 15 to 17, 2023.
Oktoberfest starts with a parade! The Münchner Kindl, or Munich Child, is worn as a symbol of the German city of Munich.
Polka music enlivens it as the Enzian Musikanten, the Haus Band of the Saengerbund, start each day with festive German tunes.
Several times during Oktoberfest, the Enzian Volkstanzgruppe perform traditional Bavarian dances. The men wear Lederhosen and the women wear Dirndl when dancing the Tracht.
When the beer starts flowing, that’s when you know the party is really on and it’s time to tap the first keg!
Everyone enjoys copious amounts of food, beer, song, conversation, laughter and general merriment in the bierhall.
You can buy all kinds of souvenirs such as clothes, stuffed animals, glass tankards or, if you want something special, one of those ornate tankards.
Everyone loves grilled bratwurst! There is also Weisswurst, hash browns, grilled chicken, Bavarian pretzels, sauerkraut, potato salad and “Rollmops” which is marinated herring on rye bread. Desserts include varieties of Torten and traditional plum cakes.
If you prefer to enjoy this delicious meal under the warm sun, outdoor seating is available.
Everyone has an amazing time at Oktoberfest. Prost!
Be sure to come back to Newark at Christmas, when Main Street is as festive as it gets! If you’ve ever been to Newark, Delaware, tell us your favorite things about it in the comments!
Address: 49 Salem Church Road, Newark, DE, USA, 19713-2933
