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Oktober Funfest
Phoenix Club offers the most authentic way to celebrate this holiday.
Charlene Ponce
Issue date: 10/8/08 Section: Local
October is not only a month for celebrating Halloween, it also gives many cities a chance to host Oktoberfest.
While there are a plethora of areas that host Oktoberfest, a local choice would be the Phoenix Club, located behind the Honda Center in Anaheim, off the 57 freeway.
Since the Phoenix Club has a European feel, it is only right to throw a festival there. It is the "German-American cultural center of Orange County," according to its Web site. In fact, they host other German events throughout the year.
For those who may not be familiar with Oktoberfest, it is a 16-day festival held yearly in Munich, Germany. It starts anywhere from late September to early October and runs throughout the month.
The purpose of Oktoberfest is to honor Bavarian culture, usually
celebrated by eating and drinking heartily. A twelve gun salute and the tapping of its first beer keg is how the tradition starts off.
With entertainment under an enormous dome, there is more than enough room for visitors to eat authentic German food and enjoy traditional music and dances.
There is a small farm and a playground, giving children an opportunity to enjoy themselves, while parents can grab a mug of beer and a bratwurst.
Volunteers from several organizations run booths to fundraise for their causes, whether it is for a youth dance group or table tennis.
Mike Wire, a member of the Phoenix Club, has been volunteering for three years at Oktoberfest.
"I enjoy seeing the people and having a good time," Wire said.
Oktoberfest at the Phoenix club started its celebration Sept. 19.
The festival runs Friday through Sunday of each week until Oct. 26. Hours are 6 p.m. - midnight Fridays and Saturdays, and 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is free every Friday and costs $10 Saturdays and Sundays.
For a European tradition with an American influence, be sure to enjoy the festivities in your local Oktoberfest.
With all of these activities, the experience from attending is sure to be memorable.
While there are a plethora of areas that host Oktoberfest, a local choice would be the Phoenix Club, located behind the Honda Center in Anaheim, off the 57 freeway.
Since the Phoenix Club has a European feel, it is only right to throw a festival there. It is the "German-American cultural center of Orange County," according to its Web site. In fact, they host other German events throughout the year.
For those who may not be familiar with Oktoberfest, it is a 16-day festival held yearly in Munich, Germany. It starts anywhere from late September to early October and runs throughout the month.
The purpose of Oktoberfest is to honor Bavarian culture, usually
celebrated by eating and drinking heartily. A twelve gun salute and the tapping of its first beer keg is how the tradition starts off.
With entertainment under an enormous dome, there is more than enough room for visitors to eat authentic German food and enjoy traditional music and dances.
There is a small farm and a playground, giving children an opportunity to enjoy themselves, while parents can grab a mug of beer and a bratwurst.
Volunteers from several organizations run booths to fundraise for their causes, whether it is for a youth dance group or table tennis.
Mike Wire, a member of the Phoenix Club, has been volunteering for three years at Oktoberfest.
"I enjoy seeing the people and having a good time," Wire said.
Oktoberfest at the Phoenix club started its celebration Sept. 19.
The festival runs Friday through Sunday of each week until Oct. 26. Hours are 6 p.m. - midnight Fridays and Saturdays, and 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is free every Friday and costs $10 Saturdays and Sundays.
For a European tradition with an American influence, be sure to enjoy the festivities in your local Oktoberfest.
With all of these activities, the experience from attending is sure to be memorable.
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