Philadelphia is one of America's best beer cities, which means that it's also a great city for Oktoberfest, the annual German beer festival.
2010 Philadelphia Oktoberfest Events
McGillin's Oktoberfest
When: September 2-October 2, 2010
Where: McGillin's Olde Ale House
McGillin's will offer Oktoberfest beers and food throughout September, culminating in an outdoor beer garden for the Midtown Village Fall Festival on October 2.
Cannstatter Volkfest
When: September 4-6, 2010
Where: The Cannstatter Club
From this German-American club comes a three-day Oktoberfest celebration with beer, wines, authentic music, food and a children's area.
Brauhaus Schmitz Oktoberfest
When: September 13-18, 2010
Where: Brauhaus Schmitz
The German beer hall on South Street will offer special events and beers all week long, culminating in an outdoor celebration on the 18th.
Oktoberfest at the German Society
When: September 18, 2010
Where: The German Society of Pennsylvania
An indoor Oktoberfest celebration with beer, traditional German food and a one-man band.
Steuben Parade
When: September 25, 2010
Where: Frankford Avenue, between Welsh Road and St. Vincent Street
Annual German-American parade. An Oktoberfest celebration immediately follows.
Old Eagle Tavern Oktoberfest
When: September 30, 2010
Where: Old Eagle Tavern, Manayunk
Enjoy an evening of German beer and food.
DOCKtoberfest
When: October 3, 2010
Where: 50th and Baltimore Streets, West Philly
A combination celebration of Oktoberfest and Dock Street's 25th anniversary, this afternoon event includes live music and beer. Guests are encouraged to bring a book to donate to Books Through Bars.
World Cafe Live Oktoberfest
When: Oktober 24, 2010
Where: World Cafe Live, University City
Sample beers from over two dozen German breweries. Includes a German buffet, and the Eagles game will be playing.