Every Fall, This Tiny German Town In Minnesota Holds The Most Authentic Oktoberfest In America
Trent Jonas
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The charming, heavily German-influenced town of New Ulm, Minnesota, puts on one of the biggest Oktoberfest celebrations in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. In fact, New Ulm’s celebrations is often recognized as one of the best, most authentic Oktoberfests in the United States. With plenty of help from the venerable hometown beer maker, Schell’s Brewery – a beloved local favorite – the city rolls out the barrel(s) to the public every fall. Frankly, we think its the best Oktoberfest in Minnesota. So, this fall, head on down to New Ulm and hoist a stein. Prost!
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So, if you’re looking for a great way to spend an autumn weekend (or two!), pack up the car and head down to New Ulm’s Oktoberfest celebration. For more information, including a line up of events, check out the New Ulm Oktoberfest web page. As I mentioned, Schell’s holds its own day-long Oktoberfest celebration on the last day of the community event. You can learn more about it on the Schell’s Brewery events page. If you find yourself lacking in the Oktoberfest finery department, don’t fret! You’ll find plenty of options for dirndls, lederhosen, and just about any other festival accessories you may need on Etsy.com.
Have you attended Oktoberfest in New Ulm? Do you agree that New Ulm’s Oktoberfest celebration is the best in Minnesota? The town boasts the most authentic Oktoberfest in the North Star State, but it certainly isn’t the only one. What’s your favorite Oktoberfest in Minnesota?
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What are the best fall festivals in Minnesota?
With its deep agricultural, European, and Native American roots, the Land of 10,000 Lakes is blessed with dozens - if not hundreds - of fall festivals in Minnesota every year that celebrate everything from harvests and pumpkins to wild rice, beer, and Halloween. Some of our favorite overall festivals include:
- SeptOberfest in Wabasha. This annual event takes place throughout the city during the early autumn.
- Harvest Fest in Stillwater. This festival is a weekend of celebrating the fun to be found in the season, centered largely around massive, giant pumpkins.
- Applefest USA in La Crescent. Celebrating everything apple, this weekend-long festival takes place every September and is a can't-miss event for apple lovers from all over the Midwest.
- Moose Madness Family Festival in Grand Marais. For one weekend every October, the remote North Shore community of Grand Marais celebrates the season when love is in the air for Minnesota's resident moose population.