The Pennsylvania German and the American Revolution
Join us at the Reading Liederkranz for an engaging and educational evening exploring the role of Pennsylvania Germans in the American Revolution.
Join us at the Reading Liederkranz for an engaging and educational evening exploring the role of Pennsylvania Germans in the American Revolution.
The 20th Annual Berks Celtic Festival is back at the Reading Liederkranz for a full weekend of music, culture, and celebration.
Join us as the Biergarten comes alive with the sounds of Celtic bands, the energy of live performances, and a great festival atmosphere.
Friday, May 1
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music by Alex Meixner
Join us for a full weekend of music, dancing, food, and tradition as we celebrate one of the Club’s most anticipated events of the year.
With live bands, the Maipole, and a packed grounds of activity, Maifest is where spring truly comes to life.
Renowned author and storyteller Charles J. Adams III and award-winning performer, composer, singer, songwriter Dave Kline, combine to deliver an engaging show featuring narratives and music of ghost tales, lore and songs delivered on the actual traditional date of the ancient German and European evening and happenings of Walpurgisnacht.
Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music and fellowship at the Reading Liederkranz Singers Spring Concert on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
This special event will feature the legendary Kermit Ohlinger, along with special guest performances from the Lancaster Liederkranz Chorus and Hobby Chor, making it an afternoon filled with traditional German music and culture.
Doors open at 1:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to arrive, find a seat, and enjoy the atmosphere before the concert begins.
Reservations: 610-401-7825
Open to the public and held rain, snow or shine! Enjoy shopping in the comfort of our newly heated pavilion! Visit our Christkindlmarkt page for complete details!
https://www.readingliederkranz.com/christkindlmarkt
Open to the public and held rain, snow or shine! Enjoy shopping in the comfort of our newly heated pavilion! Visit our Christkindlmarkt page for complete details!
https://www.readingliederkranz.com/christkindlmarkt
Open to the public and held rain, snow or shine! Enjoy shopping in the comfort of our newly heated pavilion! Visit our Christkindlmarkt page for complete details!
https://www.readingliederkranz.com/christkindlmarkt
Come check out what the FDSC has to offer! This event will be held outside in our newly heated pavilion! RLK members welcome.
The official kick-off event for the 2025 Reading Blues Fest, reserved tickets, seating, and tables are available NOW for the Nola Blue & MoMoJo Records Women in Blues Artist Showcase Concert, starring The Alexis P Suter Band, and The BC Combo featuring Bev Conklin, at the Reading Liederkranz
The 10th Annual CCBWA, where enthusiasts of breweries, wineries, cideries, and distilleries come together to raise money for our community!
Wednesday, October 1st to Sunday, October 5th 2025!
Visit our Oktoberfest page for everything Oktoberfest! https://www.readingliederkranz.com/oktoberfest
A wonderful, relaxing teaching, learning, performing music festival presented at the idyllic and historic Reading Liederkranz, high stop Reading, Pennsylvania's scenic Mt. Penn. Clean mountain air, a gorgeous shaded woodland setting with covered pavilions, main stage and a traditional beer garden combine to create a perfect setting for this celebration of acoustic bluegrass, folk and mountain music. The kitchen and bars are open with full food and beverage menu available. There are endless options to adopt and create your own special woodland music jam area. Workshops and stage shows happen throughout the fest. Persons 18 and under get in for free making the fest extremely family friendly.
Free for RLK members with a valid 2025 membership card.
Free for RLK members with a valid 2025 membership card.
Event will be held rain or shine.
For complete details: https://www.readingliederkranz.com/carshow
Celtic fest is free for RLK members with a valid 2025 membership card!
If you haven’t watched a Glenn Miller performance, now is your chance! Be sure to attend this fantastic fundraiser and support the Reading Liederkranz Singers.
Join us for our 2025 Maifest celebration! There will be dancing, music galore, food and drink, and the Maipole! This year we're going BIG!
We are excited to announce that there will be two days of Spring festivities this year!
Join us for our 2025 Maifest celebration! There will be dancing, music galore, food and drink, and the Maipole! Maifest is always a great event with lots of entertainment and this year we're going BIG!
We are excited to announce that there will be two days of Spring festivities this year!
Mark your calendars now! Our beloved annual jam is confirmed and will surely be another great hang. Check back here or our AFM 135-211 web site - readingpamusicians.org - for information. Doors open at 4pm. Kitchen 5pm. Music 6-9pm.
Dinner and Dance
Sunday, April 6, 2025 2:00 PM Doors open 1:00 P
With Kermit Ohlinger
Special guests The Lancaster Liederkranz Chorus and Hobby Chor
$25 Cash Only (includes tax) (ATM on site)
All You Can Eat Buffet at 4 PM
Non buffet participants: $10 Entrance fee
MENU FEATURES:
Maultaschen
Pork Schnitzel
Bratwurst
Salad, Sides, Desserts
Reservations:
610-401-7825
Members and guests are invited to attend.
Food & Drinks available for purchase
Specialty Bingo Games
Door Prizes
50/50 Drawing
Proceeds benefit Reading Liederkranz and the Ladies Auxillary Scholarship Committee. For more information, contact Bryn Weckel - 610-223-4615 - brynlen@aol.com
Doors and Kitchen: 5pm
Time: 6pm
Ticket Price: $25, reserved seating
Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/MP3_TRUDYLYNN
Members and guests are invited to attend.
Food & Drinks available for purchase
Specialty Bingo Games
Door Prizes
50/50 Drawing
Proceeds benefit Reading Liederkranz and the Ladies Auxillary Scholarship Committee. For more information, contact Bryn Weckel - 610-223-4615 - brynlen@aol.com
Live music, local artists, food, games and more!
MSC Oktoberfest celebrates the mission of love of the Missionary Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Enjoy a live band, dancing, and German food and drink. MSC Sisters welcome all to this celebration! Come experience their joyful spirit and the authentic Liederkranz atmosphere!
The 9th Annual Carsonia Craft Beer & Wine Amusement, where enthusiasts of breweries, vineyards, cideries, and distilleries all come together for an afternoon of tasting and music! Sponsored by the Antietam Valley Community Partnership with proceeds supporting AVCP's mission of improving the quality of life within the Antietam Valley.
Visit our Oktoberfest page for everything Oktoberfest!
Welcome to the Reading Liederkranz’s Event Calendar. You will find listings for all of the gatherings, parties, dinner events, and more going on at the Club. Some of our events require reservations and they can be made on our Reservations page or purchased at the Club. To find out more details just click on the event or email us at info@readingliederkranz.com
For 133 years the Reading Liederkanz delivers authentic German culture, festivals, food, and drink in Berks County! Home of the #1 Rated Oktoberfest. All are welcome!
Website updates or club information? Contact us at info@readingliederkranz.com
Reading Liederkranz German Singing & Sports Society
143 Spook Lane
Reading, Pennsylvania USA 19606
610-373-3982
Hours:
Sun - Tues: Closed
Wed - Fri: 4 p.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m.-10 p.m.
Please note times are subject to change depending on the evening’s patronage.
No outside food or drink permitted without previous consent on Reading Liederkranz grounds.
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