The 8th Annual Oktoberfest will be held on Friday, September 25 from 5-10 PM and Saturday, September 26 from 2-10 PM

Live music, activities, food and drink, and an artisan market.

FREE ADMISSION!
NO Outside Alcoholic Beverages or Coolers Allowed

Friday, September 25
Live Music on the Big Stage by:
THE POLKAHOLICS
5:00-7:00 PM
Playing a high-speed collision of polka and rock ‘n roll! High energy & FUN!!!

THE 1985 BAND
8:00-10:00 PM
The 1985 is the Midwest’s RADDEST tribute to the 1980s! Producing its Totally 80’s Mixtape LIVE! Experience that features
the best of the 1980s rock, pop, new wave, metal and club. While they just wanna have fun, they take their roles as performers
seriously. They have a fine-tuned, super-charged technical show that combines videos, lights, costumes and more to create a
totally immersive music experience. Turn back time and party like it’s 1985!

ACTIVITIES
Scarecrow Display & Contest (Participants are East Dundee Businesses and area Organizations)
Vote by giving your favorite scarecrow a “LIKE” or “LOVE” on the Oktoberfest Facebook Page
OR Cast your vote inside The Depot Visitors Center during the event and on Sunday 9/27.
All photos will be posted on September 24. Voting ends on Sunday, September 27 at 7 PM.

FREE Inflatables Fun – 5:00-9:00 PM

Artisan Market by Huffman Vendor Fairs

*****************

Saturday, September 26
Live Music on the Big Stage by:
ED WAGNER’S BRASS BAND – 2:00-4:00 PM
Playing a mix of Traditional German and American Polka songs
to have you dancing to all the Oktoberfest favorites!

BIG CITY NIGHTS CHICAGO  – 5:00-7:00 PM
The Ultimate Scorpions Experience! Celebrating the music of the Scorpions from
the late 70s, 80s and 90s with the perfect mix of their greatest hits and deep cuts
for the casual and hard core fan alike. Big City Nights Chicago’s look and sound
will HIT you RIGHT BETWEEN THE EYES!

BON JOURNEYED – 8:00-10:00 PM
The ultimate Bon Jovi and Journey experience! Bon Journeyed isn’t just a band;
it’s a musical journey through some of the most iconic rock anthems of all time.
Delivering a high-energy, authentic rock experience that leaves audiences craving more!

ACTIVITIES – All are FREE
Scarecrow Display & Contest – Participants are East Dundee Businesses and area Organizations

FREE Inflatables Fun 2:00-9:00 PM STAR 105.5
LIVE Broadcast 2:30-4:30 PM
with Radio Personality Tina Bree
Tropical Maze

Prime Time Racing
2:30-5:30 PM – Interactive radio-controlled Nascar® Style car racing Face Painting – 2:30 PM-5:30 PM Prime Time Racing Logo

Balloon Twisting – 2:30 PM- 5:30 PM Scarecrow Stilt Walker – 4:30-6:30 PM Artisan Market by Huffman Vendor Fairs
Balloon Artist RC Juggles Stilt walker Huffman Vendor Fairs Artisan Market

Beer Stein Holding Contest – 7:00 PM
Contest to take place in front of the Big Stage
To participate, meet at the stage at 6:45 PM to participate.
Beer Stein holding Pic

FESTIVAL PARKING:
Wondering where to park for Oktoberfest? No worries!
In addition to street parking around the downtown area, there are public lots located:
1) Behind 311 Barrington Ave.
2) Off of Main St/Rt 72 next to Dairy Queen/Dundee Music
3) Behind Duke’s BBQ/the Caboose (enter from Hill St.)
4) At the AT&T parking lot at the NW corner of Jackson & Water Streets.
5) At the New Parking Garage (304 Hill Street) and Lot (309 Jackson Street)
Additional ADA Accessible event parking is located in front of 311 Barrington Avenue.