| Bubbles & Stroll |
Saturday, July 11
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Location: Private Gardens of German Village Garten Club members
Admission: $15.00/Garten Club members; $20/non members (includes membership)
Description: This is your chance to see some of the best of the best AND support the Garten CLUB AND have a great time w/old and new friends.
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| Third Sunday Concerts Series |
Sunday, July 19
7:00 PM
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Friends of Frank Fetch Park Event
Location: Frank Fetch Park
Admission: Free and open to the public
Description: This is the perfect way to spend a lazy summer Sunday. Bring a blanket, bottle of wine or favorite libation, a lawn chair and a friend… bring anything you want but do come to relax and enjoy the great live music.
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| As You Like It, directed by John Kuhn |
Thursday, August 6 - Sunday, September 6
8:00 PM
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Actors' Theatre Company Event
Location: Nationwide Amphitheatre in Schiller Park
Admission: Free and open to the public; contributions are always appreciated
Description: For more information, please visit the Actor’s Theatre website – www.theactorstheatre.org or call 614.444.6888.
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| Third Sunday Concerts Series |
Sunday, September 20
6:30 PM
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Friends of Frank Fetch Park Event
Location: Frank Fetch Park
Admission: Free and open to the public
Description: This is the perfect way to spend a lazy summer Sunday. Bring a blanket, bottle of wine or favorite libation, a lawn chair and a friend… bring anything you want but do come to relax and enjoy the great live music.
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| Oktoberfest |
Friday, October 2 - Sunday, October 4
Friday 05:00PM – 11:00PM; Saturday 12:00Noon – 11:00PM; Sunday 12:00N-08:00PM
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Society Signature Event
Location: TBD
Admission: Advance: $5.00; Day of Event: $8.00 – Adults; Children twelve and under FREE!
Description: German Village Oktoberfest is a celebration that blends a time-honored German festival with the vitality and charm of a thriving urban neighborhood. Oktoberfest features traditional German polka as well as various other styles of music, a variety of authentic German food and other festival favorites. Don’t miss Marketplatz, filled with artisans and unique shops. Join us for “one of the top 100 events in North America!” Be sure to check our special website, gvoktoberfest.com, for updates, price breaks, entertainment, and special offers.
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| German America Day |
Tuesday, October 6
TBD
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Society Event
Location: TBD
Admission: TBD
Description: German American Day is a holiday of the United States of America, observed annually on October 6. It was proclaimed in 1987 by President Ronald Reagan to celebrate and honor the history of German American immigration and culture to the United States of America. The date commemorates October 6, 1683, the founding date of Germantown, Pennsylvania, the first German settlement in the original thirteen American colonies. (Germantown is now a neighborhood of Philadelphia.)
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| Monster Bash |
Friday, October 23
7:00 PM
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Fun Committee Event
Location: The Meeting Haus Fest Hall
Admission: $50.00/per person; reservations are required.
Description: Trick or Treat for grownup ghosts & goblins only and with the price of admission, you’ll never know what is up anyone’s sleeve along the route but for certain you’ll get a goodie bag to fill with whatever comes your way. Beware! Following the begging, join the crazy bunch for the Monster Bash in the Fest Hall at the Meeting Haus where there will be dancing, chili, and a costume contest!
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| German Village Pet Parade |
Sunday, October 25
2:00 PM
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Fun Committee Event
Location: Nationwide Amphitheatre in Schiller Park
Admission: No Charge
Description: Calling all Pets! Costumes are welcomed and lots of prizes and fun are in store! Animals will be blessed by Reverend Mary Kaye Beall Carter.
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| Chili Today Hot Tamale! |
Sunday, November 1
7:00 PM
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Location: Meeting Haus Fest Hall
Admission: $7.00
Description: Chili and cornbread will be served for this fun, neighborhood autumn get-together. Bring a salad or dessert to share. Reservations are a must; call 221.8888 no later than Thursday, October 20.
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| Holiday Tree Lighting |
Friday, December 4
7:00 PM
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Friends of Frank Fetch Park
Location: Frank Fetch Park
Admission: Free and open to the Public
Description: The Friends of Frank Fetch Park and the German Village Society welcome Society members and residents and their friends to this annual event. Enjoy mulled cider, hot chocolate, and cookies with special visits from Santa Claus and Pelsnickel.
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| Village Lights...Dine, Shop & Stroll! |
Sunday, December 6
6:00 - 10:00 PM
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Business Association Event
Location: Throughout the Village
Admission: No charge; stroll around and enjoy the Village.
Description: The sound of nearby carolers, the smell of roasted chestnuts, and the glow of thousands of luminaries await you on this evening of holiday hospitality. Our charming neighborhood shops and restaurants welcome you with holiday cheer and unique offerings as only German Village can. Enjoy hot cider as you take a winter’s walk along our famous bricked streets. This night in German Village is sure to become one of your favorite holiday traditions.
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| Holiday Concert |
Friday, December 11 - Saturday, December 12
7:00 PM
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Location: The Meeting Haus Fest Hall
Admission: $10.00; Open to the Public; Seating is limited
Description: The annual holiday concert includes traditional music as well as original holiday music composed and conducted by John Carter.
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| Casseroles and Carols |
Sunday, December 13
7:00 PM
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Fun Committee Event
Location: The Meeting Haus Fest Hall
Admission: Free but bring a casserole!
Description: The German Village Fun Committee cordially invites all members of the Society to this annual sing-along potluck supper. Bring your favorite dish to share and come prepared to sing.
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Also, if you haven't yet had the chance, do stop by our Visitor Center and view our introductory 12-minute video about the Village and the Society.
All Events and dates are subject to change. Please call 614.221.8888 to confirm.
Events will take place or begin at the Meeting Haus unless otherwise noted.
German Village Society Meeting Haus
588 South Third Street, Columbus Ohio 43215.5754
Phone 614.221.8888, Fax 614.222.4747
Mission Statement: The German Village Society is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to retaining the character and distinction of the past while creating a thriving and contemporary community in German Village.
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