{"id":236807,"date":"2026-05-27T14:10:47","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T14:10:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/calendar\/?post_type=event&#038;p=236807"},"modified":"2026-09-04T20:10:01","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T20:10:01","slug":"alexandria-oktoberfest-2026","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/calendar\/event\/alexandria-oktoberfest-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Alexandria Oktoberfest 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"183\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/calendar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/05\/Screen-Shot-2026-05-27-at-10.10.10-AM-300x183.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"alexandria oktoberfest 2026\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/calendar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/05\/Screen-Shot-2026-05-27-at-10.10.10-AM-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/calendar\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/05\/Screen-Shot-2026-05-27-at-10.10.10-AM.png 419w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Prost to a Day of Bavarian Fun!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Alexandria Oktoberfest! Celebrate the season with the best of German culture, food, music, and fun at the beautiful John Carlyle Square in Alexandria. This family-friendly event captures the unmistakable spirit of Bavarian merriment with traditional music, lively entertainment, and a lively beer garden. Whether you&#8217;re here to enjoy the delicious food, shop for unique handmade crafts, or dance to the rhythms of authentic German tunes, there&#8217;s something for everyone.<\/p>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">What to Expect:<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Live German Music and Traditional Dance Performances: Enjoy lively German tunes and classic Oktoberfest songs that will fill the air with festive energy all day long.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Beer Garden: Sip on a variety of refreshing German beers in our beer garden. Whether you love a classic lager or something a little more adventurous, you\u2019ll find the perfect brew to enjoy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Delicious German Food: Indulge in delicious Oktoberfest favorites, from bratwurst and pretzels to strudels and more. It\u2019s the perfect way to experience authentic German flavors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Handmade Arts &amp; Crafts: Explore a variety of unique, handcrafted items by local artisans. Whether you\u2019re looking for a special gift or something for yourself, you\u2019ll find a treasure here.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Fun Competitions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Beer Stein Holding Contest: Put your strength to the test! See how long you can hold a full stein in this fun and competitive challenge.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">Mr. and Mrs. Oktoberfest: Come dressed in your Oktoberfest best and compete for the coveted title of Mr. and Mrs. Oktoberfest!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"preFade fadeIn\">This is more than just an event; it\u2019s a celebration of community, culture, and the simple joys of life. Gather your friends and family and enjoy a day of music, food, fun, and good times at Alexandria Oktoberfest!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prost to a Day of Bavarian Fun!&nbsp; Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Alexandria Oktoberfest! 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