I am so excited for the upcoming changing of the seasons and getting on to the fall weather so this heat can go away. Fall weather brings us not only into the cooler weather, but also into the fabulous festivities at Oktoberfest! I love Oktoberfest and attend every year, so I am very excited to host this giveaway so that one of my lucky readers can have the opportunity to enjoy it for free! My giveaway package includes: 4 tickets to Oktoberfest at The Phoenix Club in Anaheim & $20 worth of food coupons. This package is valid to be used on any day during Oktoberfest 2013.
The Phoenix Club in Anaheim is a special place to celebrate Oktoberfest in that it was an organization formed in 1960 shortly after WWII among a small group of 15 people that wanted to preserve their German language and customs after the war. The name, The Phoenix Club was chosen after the mythological bird that rose up from ashes to be alive again. The organization has continued to grow over the years and now has 3,000 families as members!!
Activities are held all year-round, but the most popular is Oktoberfest. Oohm-pah bands direct from Germany play traditional polkas. Folk dancers “plattl” (stomp and slap) to accordion music in the “Festhalle”. Revelers still dine on bratwurst, pretzels, Bavarian pastries and, of course, German beer, in the Biergarten! This is definitely a sight to see and a fun event to attend! 🙂
The Phoenix Club’s Oktoberfest has been the longest one running in Southern California; for 51 years to be exact! That is a pretty impressive statistic if you ask me! You can also check them out on FACEBOOK.
This year Oktoberfest at the Phoenix Club will start Friday, September 13, 2013 and run through Sunday, October 27th. There will be a yearly traditional opening parade and a keg tapping taking place on Sunday, September 15th.
Entertainment at Oktoberfest this year will include: Live Oohm Pah bands from Germany, Folk dance groups – Die Gemutlichen Schuhplattler, The Youth Dance Group (children age 3-18 performing traditional folk dances) and “Skip the Balloon Man” and “Twist and Shout” variety acts. There will also be a Shooting Gallery open for prize shooting on Saturdays and Sundays from
September 21- October 27. There will be free polka lessons for all ages offered every Saturday at 3:00 PM. I may have to check this one out… I have never done Polka dancing before! Last but not least, there will be German vendors selling everything from folk ware and souvenirs to gingerbread hearts.
In order to prepare for Oktoberfest, it is important to know how to dress… I learned something interesting this year about way of dress that I would like to share…Sure, I always pull out my Dirndl (a traditional dress worn in Germany) and my husband always throws on his Lederhosen (German for “leather breeches” – men’s traditional clothing in Germany), but the way the bow is tied on the Dirndl actually has different meanings. See pictures throughout this post of my husband and me in Dirndl & Lederhosen. 🙂
As for the bow on the Dirndl, every year, I have worn mine tied in the back because it is the way the costume is displayed on the Package I bought at Party City…however, I have just learned that tying it in the back actually means you are a waitress or a widow…I am neither so I will have to rethink where my bow will be tied this year. 🙂 If you tie your bow on the right side of your Dirndl, it means you are taken, and if it tied on the left, you are single. If you tie it on the front (which I simply do not like the way that looks ;)) it means you are still innocent. I have never seen it tied like that when I have attended Oktoberfest… 🙂
Come join the fun at the Phoenix Club in Anaheim and get your Oktoberfest on!! To enter for a chance to win my contest, please click here on my contest link: a Rafflecopter giveaway
As with all contests, there is always a disclaimer, so here it is: “Giveaway ends September 13, 2013 at 11:59 PM EST. Open to US Residents 18 and older only. Prizes cannot be shipped to PO Boxes. Winner will be selected at random and be notified by email. Winners have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is selected. Not liable for unclaimed prizes or fulfillment. Blog has represented each sponsor with the expectation they will fulfill their prize and in a timely manner. No purchase necessary to enter or win; however you must enter for a chance to win. Purchase does not increase chance of winning. Chances of winning depend on number of entries. My opinions are my own and were not influenced by any form of compensation. Facebook, Twitter or any other social media platform are in no way associated with this giveaway. By providing your information in this form, you are providing your information to this blog. I do not share or sell information and will use any information only for the purpose of contacting the winner.”
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I’ve never been to a legitimate Oktoberfest before and this sounds so fun and authentic.
Awesome:) Good luck Lalita! Oktoberfest is always a great time!
My boyfriend and I go to this Oktoberfest every year!! It’s the best! I don’t really like beer so I always get 7up & Feigling vodka (fig flavored!). It’s my fav!! The honey jäger shots are super yum too!
Yum! I love the fig vodka and the honey jager shots too! Good luck in my contest!
I have never been, but have been meaning to check it out. Would love to win tickets!
Good luck Raquel! Oktoberfest is always fun:)
I’ve been a few times to the one in Buena Park. It’s always fun to watch people dance!
Awesome:) I love doing the chicken dance:)
I want to go and have a great time with some of my good, fun, and crazy friends. 🙂
That does sound like a fun time for sure:) Good luck! 🙂
The last time I was at Oktoberfest was when I was about 10. I didn’t even get to try any beer.
Well, it sounds like you must go back again then for sure! 🙂 Good luck!
I’ve been to the Phoenix Club Oktoberfest several times–although its been a couple of years. I LOVE their dinners there; plus walking around and people-watching.
Ann, thank you for the comment:) Those sound like some great memories! 🙂 Good luck:)
Hi Dani, this sounds like it would be SO fun!! I’ve never been to the Phoenix Club or an Oktobersest. I would love an opportunity to win tix. Thank you!! 🙂
Awesome Renee! Good luck:) Oktoberfest is a total blast always:)
This looks really fun, thanks for the details!! I wish I lived closer, as an authentic Oktoberfest would be awesome to see.
Thanks for the comment Stephen! I hope you find an awesome Oktoberfest in your local area.:)
We don’t have these types of festivals around here… Maybe you should start a mobile event/party planning biz? you would be amazing at it!
That sounds sooo fun!!! I love party planning and events, just not at my own house so I don’t have to clean up.:)
I have never been to Octoberfest and keep saying I need to go. This year we are going to go! Have a good time at your.
That is awesome that you are finally going to make it to Oktoberfest Irene! Have fun & thanks for the comment.:)
We have Oktober fest here in Toronto every year and it is a highlight of the season…. The Phoenix one sounds awesome. Too bad I don’t live in the area 😦 Good luck to all the participants in the giveaway 🙂
Thanks for the comment VInma and have fun at your local Oktoberfest:) I am sure it will be a great time!
I love Octoberfest! We don’t drink, or eat meat, but we still love to feel the culture of the old world where our ancestry comes from. Dani, you look adorable in that outfit!
Awww..Loretta you are so sweet:) You are right there is so much there to do:) The dancing is fun, the people, the activities! Loves Oktoberfest:) I would love to go in Germany one day:)
I grew up in outside of OKC, and we had the funnest Octoberfest events. I haven’t been to one in 30 years but would love to find one again in the near future. I remember them to be a lot like your pictures… just FUN!!!
Awesome:) I hope you can find a local one to you Don! It is always a blast for sure:) Thanks for the comment!
I wish there was Anaheim club in Phoenix AZ.
That food looks awesome. Take me there please 🙂
Come on out to visit:) LOL Do you have a local Oktoberfest in Phoenix Dov?
Thanks for the opportunity!! 🙂
I haven’t been to Octoberfest for years. But man what a good time. All the drinking & dancing & eating! It’s like the fair in October!! LOL 🙂
Yes!! What a great analogy! Thanks for the comment:) Good luck!
You are so very welcome. 🙂
It looks like you had an amazing time. I’ve lived her my whole life and I’ve never had a chance to go. I would really like to go now after reading your post
Katherine, Thanks for the comment.:) You will definitely have a fabulous time if you go! Good luck in my contest.:)
I’ve been to Oktoberfest & I love the atmosphere! The drinks and food are great. The entertainment is fun and the people there really make you feel welcome.
Thanks for the comment Cindi:) It is an awesome time for sure! Good luck in my contest! 🙂
Oktoberfest is always such a fun time! I love that you wore that cute outfit…I bet it makes the beer and food taste better! 🙂
Deanna, you are too cute:) Loves your comment..funny! The outfit is pretty fun and pairs as a Halloween costume too! 🙂
I would love to go sometime. Just don’t have my appropriate outfit to wear though.. Your’s was really cute..
Kelly you should check out Party City for these costumes! There are sometimes some decent prices:-)
i never been but would love to go because iam half german
Good luck in my contest Gen!:-)
Our family would love to go and experience Octoberfest at a real German establishment. My fiance is half-German so it would be fun to experience part of his culture with him and our son.
Kat, good luck in my contezt! This definitely sounds like a great way to introduce German culture to your son!
never been but we have been talking about going this year. For me it is the beer. I am the beer drinker of my group of friends, the girls at least. It seems like so much fun!
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You have to check it out) Oktoberfest is always a great time!! Good luck in my contest!