Opening Parade: The opening parade will be held on Friday at 7:00 p.m. The parade features the Muenchner Kindl, Munich Child, symbol of the city of Munich which leads the opening parade of the Munich Oktoberfest. The child is dressed in brown monk's garb with golden stripes, similar to that of the Benedictine order, founders of the city.

Food: German specialties include grilled Bratwurst (pork sausage), Weisswurst (veal sausage), BBQ chicken, potato pancakes, pretzels and "Rollmops", a marinated herring served with rye bread. Potato salad and sauerkraut are made daily in the Delaware Saengerbund kitchen. A variety of Torten and traditional plum cake are the tempting sweet fare.

Imported Gifts and Souvenirs: Oktoberfest souvenirs including mugs, glassware, t-shirts, hats and accessories are available in a great variety.

Amusement Rides: Included in the admission price are unlimited free amusement rides. Midway games set up by the amusement company do cost extra.

Musik Lineup

Get ready to tap your toes and dance the night away with our vibrant Oktoberfest music lineup! We've curated a selection of talented performers to bring an authentic Bavarian experience to our festival. Here's what you can look forward to:

Band Performance Schedule

Friday
Enzian Musikanten Tanzlmusi 5-7 PM
Einmarsch 6:45 PM
Opening Ceremony 7 PM
Almwind 7:25-11 PM

Saturday
Enzian Kapelle 12-12:50 PM
The Dave Betz Band 1-5 PM
Almwind 6-11 PM

Sunday
Enzian Musikanten Blauskapelle 12-12:50 PM
Almwind 1-6PM

Enzian Volkstanzgruppe Performance Schedule

Friday Evening - 8:15 PM
Saturday Afternoon - 1:45, 2:55, 4:05 and 7:55 PM
Saturday Evening - 6:30 and 7:30 PM
Sunday Afternoon - 2:00, 3:00 and 3:55 PM

Date: September 19-21, 2025

Time:
September 19, 2025 from 5:00pm to 11:00pm
September 20, 2025 from 12:00pm to 11:00pm
September 21, 2025 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm

Cost:
$10.00 which includes unlimited amusement rides
Parking cost is just $5 on Friday and Saturday, FREE on Sunday, and includes a free shuttle to and from the entrance gate of the Oktoberfest.

Location:
Delaware Saengerbund,
49 Salem Church Road,
Newark, DE 19702.

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