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Great Escapes: Octoberfest Getaways

Can't get to Munich? Partake in one of the area Octoberfest celebrations instead!

If your schedule won't allow you to travel to the Hofbraeuhaus in Munich, Germany, you might consider a relatively short drive -approximately two hours - to Leavenworth's annual Oktoberfest celebration. You can quench your thirst, indulge in delicious German food and watch the keg tapping cermonies on the following weekend in October: September 30-October 1; October 7-8 and October 14-15.

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