Our Lady of the Lake Oktoberfest is Saturday

Following up on the success of , where hundreds took in the sights, sounds and tastes of an authentic Munich-style Oktoberfest right here in Verona, Our Lady of the Lake Church will once again break out the tent and taps to usher in the Second Annual Oktoberfest this Saturday.

The festival will kick off with an official keg tapping, and will keep the beer, food and entertainment flowing under a grand tent. The event will be held from 6-11 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8 at the chuch, located at 32 Lakeside Ave.

After the beer starts flowing, those gathered will be treated to live entertainment, German and local fare, an assortment of beverages, tricky tray, and much more.

New this year is Gewaltig Fünfzig-Fünfzig (“Enormous 50/50”).  Three winners will be chosen to split the prize money.  The 50/50 tickets can be purchased online or in person at the OLL Parish rectory between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. 

Come and see live performances by Verona’s own Alotta Colada as well as Liz Wojtal and Next of Kin.  A German Um-Pah band will provide festive, traditional music.

The German fare includes Bratwurst, Weistwurst, Knockwurst, potato salad, sauerkraut and homemade German Chocolate Cake.  Cuisine from local restaurants includes roasted turkey, smoked ham, pulled pork, potatoes, and stuffing.  Beverages include a selection of imported and craft beers, wine and soda. 

Proceeds benefit the children and youth of the parish.

To purchase tickets, visit ollverona.org/oktoberfest.  For more information, email oktoberfest@ollverona.org or call (973) 239-1042.