Oktoberfest 2024
Wed Oct 2 thru Sun Oct 6 - Rain or Shine
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Purchase your tickets when you arrive
Wednesday, September 27 - $5
Thursday, September 28 - $10
Friday, September 29 - $15
Saturday, September 30 - $15
Sunday, October 1 - $5
Under 21 free admission
Oktoberfest at Reading Liederkranz is an event that you definitely don't want to miss! It's a yearly event that has been celebrated for many years, and it's one of the most anticipated events of the year. There's a reason why people keep coming back every year - the food and music is simply amazing!
The event offers a wide variety of German food and drink, from delicious sausages and pretzels to refreshing German beer. The smells and flavors of the food alone are enough to make your mouth water. You can also enjoy the company of fellow German culture enthusiasts while you eat and drink.
The live music and entertainment at Oktoberfest is equally impressive. You can dance to traditional German music or enjoy performances from local bands. The entertainment is designed to make you feel like you're in Germany, enjoying the festivities and culture of the country.
Whether you're a member of the club or a newcomer, you're sure to have an amazing time at Oktoberfest. So come and join the fun! Don't miss out on this festive celebration of German culture and tradition. Prost!
Schedule of Events
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5:00pm - Oktoberfest 2022 officially opens! Biergarten, Kitchen, and Vendors
6:00-10:00pm – Dave Kline and the Mountain Folk Band
10:00pm - Biergarten closes for the evening -
5:00pm - Biergarten, Kitchen, and Vendors open
6:00-7:00pm - Mike Surratt and The Continentals
7:00-7:30pm Lancaster Hobby Chor
7:30-8:15pm - Mike Surratt and The Continentals
8:15-9:00pm - G.T.V. Edelweiss Schuhplattlers
9:15-10:00pm - Mike Surratt and The Continentals
10:00pm - Biergarten closes for the evening -
5:00pm - Biergarten, Kitchen, and Vendors open
6:00-7:00pm – Spitzbuam band
8:00-8:45pm - G.T.V. Edelweiss Schuhplattlers
8:45-10:00pm – Spitzbuam Band
11:00pm - Biergarten closes for the evening -
=== ALEX MEIXNER DAY AT RLK ===
11:00am - Biergarten and Vendor Booths open
Noon - Kitchen opens
Noon-1:00pm – Alex Meixner Band
1:00-1:100pm – Dave Kline
1:10-1:45pm – G.T.V. Edelweiss Schuhplattlers
1:45-2:45pm – Alex Meixner band
2:45-3:00pm – Dave Kline
3:00-3:15pm – Liederkranz Singers with Orin Strunk on accordian
3:15-4:00pm – Alex Meixner Band
4:00-5:00pm – Parade, Proclamation, and Beer tapping ceremony
5:00-5:45pm – G.T.V. Edelweiss Schuhplattlers
5:45-6:45pm - Alex Meixner Band
6:45-6:55pm – Dave Kline
6:55-7:15pm - Liederkranz Singers with Orin Strunk on accordian
7:15PM – 8:15pm Alex Meixner Band
8:15-8:25 Dave Kline
8:25-9:00pm G.T.V. Edelweiss Schuhplattlers
9:00pm-10:00pm Alex Meixner Band
10:00pm-Bier Garden closes for the evening. -
11:00am - Biergarten and Vendor Booths open
Noon - Kitchen opens
Noon-1:30pm - Joe Kroboth Band
1:30-2:15pm - G.T.V. Edelweiss Schuhplattlers
2:30-3:30pm - Joe Kroboth Band
3:30-4:00pm - Reading Liederkranz Singers
4:30-6:00pm - Joe Kroboth Band
6:00pm Biergarten closes
6:00pm - Oktoberfest 2023 Closes
News and Updates
We’ll have all of the classic German dishes available at our Oktoberfest celebration. We’re talking about our famous schnitzels, roast pork dinners, pretzels, rotisserie chickens, fried brie, brats, strudels and more. Tickets (cash only) are required to purchase food at the Reading Liederkranz’s Oktoberfest and are good for all five days in 2023.
Food Menu 2023
1 TICKET = $1.00
Schnitzel Dinner (Pork) - 14
Roast Pork Dinner - 12
Roast Pork on Kaiser Roll - 9
Bratwurst Dinner (1 or 2 brats) - 10 / 14
Bratwurst on roll with kraut - 8
1/2 Barbecued Chicken dinner - 12
Goulash and noodles (pork) - 11
Veggie Burger - 8
Cheeseburger - 5
Hot dog - 3
Soup (Chicken corn noodle) - 4
German Potato salad (side order) - 2
Sauerkraut (side order) - 2
Red cabbage (side order) - 2
French fries - 5
Potato pancakes (with apple sauce or sour cream) - 6
Fried brie (with raspberry jam and crackers) - 9
Landjager (single or pair) - 3 / 5
Cakes - 5
Funnel Cake - 7
Apple Strudel - 6
Apple Strudel (with ice cream) - 7
Ice Cream (vanilla or chocolate) - 5
Brez’n (soft pretzel imported from Munich) - 4
Coffee, Decaf, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Juice - 1
Wine Bar Menu
Wines - 7 Tickets
Burgundy
Cabernet Sauvignon
Chardonnay
Merlot
Moscato
Pinto Grigio
Pinot Noir
Riesling
Sauvignon Blanc
White Zinfandel
Available Saturday Only at the Inside Bar
Bloody Marys
(8 tickets for well / 10 tickets for call)
Mimosas
(7 tickets)
Hot Drinks - 8 Tickets
Gluhwein
Spiked Hot Cider
Collectible Souvenir Mug - 20 Tickets
Jägermeister
Straight shot of Jäger - 5 tickets
Munich Mule
Jager, Lime Juice, and Ginger Beer - 7 tickets
The Kermit Special
Jager and Birch Beer - 7 tickets
Jägerbombs
Jäger and Red Bull - 7 tickets
Food and beverage tickets available on site - ATM available as needed
Tickets —> $1 = 1 Ticket
Bier Listing (By Tap Location)
Outside Main Bar (Bar #1)
Schofferhofer
Hofbrau Original
Hofbrau Oktoberfest
Spaten
Spaten Oktoberfest
Warsteiner Oktoberfest
Fransiskaner
Bar #2 (Victory Trailer)
Brotherly Love IPA
Juicy Monkey
Prema Pils
Road to Victory IPA
Bar #3 (Workhorse)
Par Punch
West Coast IPA
Golden Lager
Queen of Prussia IPA
Doppelbock
Downeast Apple Cider Donut
Bar #4 (Origlio)
Yuengling Lager
Yuengling Flight
Miller Lite
Yuengling Oktoberfest
Sam Adams Oktoberfest
Bar #5 (Mueller/Warsteiner)
Schofferhofer Grapefruit
Hofbrau Marzen
Hofbrau Dunkel
Hofbrau Keller
Hofbrau Oktoberfest
Bar #6 (PENN)
Andechs Weissbier Helles
Andechs Doppelbock Dunkel
Spaten Oktoberfest
Krombacher Pilsner
Krombacher Dark
Bar #7 (Shangy's)
Gaffel Kolsch
Einstok White Ale
Southern Tier Harvest
Ace Pumpkin Cider
Southern Tier 8 Days a Week Blonde Ale
Southern Tier Juice Jolt
Southern Tier Nu Haze
Southern Tier Pumking
Weihenstephan Dunkel
Weihenstephan Original
Weihenstephan 1516
Weihenstephan Festbier
Bar #8 (31st and Wharton)
Kostritzer
Wurzburger Festbier
Kostritzer Pale Ale
Bitburger PIlsner
Traunstein Dunkel
Ayinger Oktoberfest Marzen
Inside Bar
Weihenstephan 1516
Weihenstephan Dark Wheat
Fransiskaner
Spaten Oktoberfest
Kostritzer
Work Horse West Coast IPA
Yuengling Lager
Schofferhofer
Hofbrau Original
Sam Adams Summer Ale
Guinness
Southern Tier Pumking
Miller Lite
Yuengling Black and Tan
Spaten Lager
Weihenstephan Original
Lancaster Brewing Co Double Chocolate Stout
Bier Pricing
1/2 l. of domestic - 5 tickets
1/2 l. of import - 7 tickets
1 L. of domestic - 10 tickets
1 L. of import - 14 tickets
Pitcher of domestic - 20 tickets
Pitcher of import - 28 tickets
Parking and Directions
Onsite Parking
On-site parking is limited to pre-paid parking passes and volunteers. Volunteers must have their Volunteer parking pass and park in the wooded lot behind the Playground.
Click for Information about on-site parking passes for club members only.
Offsite Parking
Offsite parking is available for all visitors.
Shuttle buses run while the Oktoberfest is open.
Antietam Valley Recreation & Comm Center
905 Byram Street Reading, PA 19606
905 Byram St - Google Maps
Victory Gardens
(signs will direct you from the club to the parking area)
Past Performers at Reading Oktoberfest
The beer must flow and at our Oktoberfest we have eight bars to serve you that delicious beverage. We have plenty of German brews such as Spaten, Weihenstephan, and many others but also have domestics and some local craft brews. If beer is not your thing, hit up our inside bar and get your favorite mixed drink or something stronger. Don’t forget the popular Gluhwein made by Judy! Must be 21 to purchase alcohol.
No Pets allowed unless they are a service animal
Volunteering at Oktoberfest
Want to help out at Oktberfest? We are looking for volunteers to help out in all positions across all five days of our fall extravanganza. All volunteers who work a shift during Oktoberfest will get free admission, a volunteer parking pass and tickets for food and drink.
To find out more details or to sign up please complete this form to submit your information. Someone from the volunteer committee will be in touch with details and requirements.
Vendor Information for Oktoberfest
Make sure to stop-by our Oktoberfest Pavilion Tent and check out our Vendors. Get yourself some German & Oktoberfest memorabilia and goods, craft foods, artisan goods, and much more. You’ll find the perfect gift for a loved one or perhaps for yourself. Please note Oktoberfest tickets are not valid towards purchases with vendors. Please speak with them about payment options.
Interested in being a vendor at Oktoberfest? Complete the form below and someone will be in contact with you to discuss the requirements.
Oktoberfest Merchandise
Fest Exclusives
These can be purchased ONLY at the Merchandise Tent at the front of the Grove
Online Oktoberfest Merchandise
This merchandise can be purchased through the RLK Shop and shipped right to your home anytime!
Click here to read the 2017 article Rated the #1 Oktoberfest in the USA by USA TODAY!
Click here to read the 2015 article Rated the #1 Oktoberfest in the USA by USA TODAY!
Contest sponsored by USA Today, held in 2015 and 2017. We are proud to have been voted the winner in both contests. We THANK everyone that voted for us, and promise that we will strive to live up to this high honor. PROST!
Reading Liederkranz Oktoberfest rated among Top Ten in the WORLD!
Not everyone has the time and money to travel to Munich. So the editors of Business Insider asked the question, "If you can't get to Munich, where should you go to enjoy Oktoberfest." They selected 9 festivals, around the world, with the Reading Liederkranz Oktoberfest ranked 4th. CLICK HERE to read the full article.
Reading Liederkranz Oktoberfest rated a Philly Top Spot by CBS Philly!
We are pleased to have been chosen a Philly Top Spot to celebrate the Oktoberfest.
We thank CBS Philly for the honor and welcome everyone to our annual Oktoberfest.
The history of why Germans celebrate OKTOBERFEST!
The world's biggest festival has become a celebration of international stature: over six million visitors a year gather in Munich's famed Theresienwiese for 16 days of revelry and they are joined by Oktoberfest celebrations that take place the world over.
The most popular fair on Earth began with the wedding of Prince Ludwig and Princess Theresa of Bavaria in 1810. The royal nuptials just happened to coincide with the harvest and the tapping of the new beer, and with that the celebration was on permanently.
For over 200 years, and officially since 1818, Oktoberfest has been a celebration in the beer capital of the world, and what a celebration it is!
The festivities are opened annually by a parade of colorfully bedecked, horse-drawn beer wagons and the inevitable marching bands, followed by men and women in traditional Bavarian garb (Tracht), lederhosen and dirndls who animate spectators as they go along. The party officially begins at the stroke of noon, when Munich's lord mayor taps the first barrel of new beer.
It's not surprising that Munich's Oktoberfest revelers enjoyed over 6.7 million liters of that city's most famous product in the two-week period, but they're a hungry group too. Hundreds of thousands of chicken, oxen and sausages roast on spits throughout the city, and tons of fish are grilled each year.
Oktoberfest is not the time to keep the sweet tooth in check either. Germany's famed chocolates and candies are dispensed with smiles from booths throughout the festival grounds and it's the same for its almost infinite variety of cheeses and delicacies.
Join us for 5 days of fun and excitement, and celebrate Oktoberfest at the Reading Liederkranz! Prosit!