Oktoberfest LG - read description!

Let's go to Los Gatos for the annual Oktoberfest! There will be lots of food, drinks, wine tasting, beer, live bands, carnival games, trapeze show, puppeteer show, circus acts, and a stein-holding competition (among many other activities)! I included some info below, but follow the links for more details.

Attendance to the event is free, but you'll need to pay for whatever food/drinks/merch you want to buy. There are also special things you can pre-order/reserve, so take a look here if you want any of that.

Also keep in mind that this event runs from 12-8, but I likely won't be there the entire time - I'll likely be there around 3:30-4:30, and even when I am there, finding the group in large open events like this is tricky! If you show up late/can't find us post a comment including where you are and what you're wearing/how we can find you, and we'll come and get you. You can also hang out and and enjoy the music by yourself, since there's lots of people, food, and drinks - feel free to walk around and mingle with others. You're also free to bring however many people you want - this is an outdoor event with no hard capacity, but Meetup limits the guest options.
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EVENT INFORMATION

Wine tasting info from https://www.kcat.org/oktoberfest2025foodanddrink:
Join Ryan Smith, Certified Sommelier and owner of Ancora Vino, for a guided, educational tasting of six German wines. We’ll taste Riesling, sure, but trocken (dry) in style, as well as unique white and red wines. These aren’t Blue Nun- these are small production wines from both centuries old, historic producers and exciting new upstarts. Selections will span the diverse subregions of the country, including the Mosel, Rheinhessen, Rheingau, Pfalz and Baden.

Stein holding competition info from https://www.kcat.org/oktoberfest2025familyfun:
Don’t miss the legendary Stein Holding Contests, one of our most anticipated events of the day! With separate divisions for Men, Women, and Kids, everyone has a chance to show off their strength and stamina. No bending, no spilling, and no quitting! The crowd roars with encouragement as arms tremble and time ticks on—until the last stein stands. Will it be you?

More Entertainment info from https://www.kcat.org/oktoberfest2025entertainment:
The Internationals (German band), The Lucks Devils Band, The Vaudeville Follies (marionette variety show), and The Nature Friends Schuhplattler Dancers will be at the event.

FAQs
From the https://www.kcat.org/oktoberfest2025faq section:
Where is Oktoberfest located?
Oktoberfest LG is located on the expansive, beautiful front lawn of the Civic Center Plaza in Los Gatos - 110 E. Main Street, Los Gatos
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Where will I park?
Surrounding street parking is available plus the Los Gatos High School Parking Lot is across the street. Check out the satellite view of the event site here.
What is the cost to attend Oktoberfest?
Free Admission! However, Plan ahead—pre-order drinks, steins, tickets, contests & more at kcat.org/oktoberfest2025. Prost without the wait! Tickets will also be available at the event. At the event, check the Oktoberfest map to find where to purchase drink tickets and receive a 21+ wristband; Carnival wristbands; Raffle tickets, and Contest sign ups. Food can be purchased directly at the German Guys tent. We accept credit cards, debit cards, VENMO and cash.
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Is Oktoberfest a fundraiser?
Yes, indeed! Every dollar you spend at Oktoberfest directly supports the programs and services of our non-profit local public television station. From educational media camps to government meeting broadcasts, your support makes it all possible. We rely on the generosity of community members like you—thank you for joining us at Oktoberfest and for considering an extra special gift at kcat.org/donate.
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By supporting OktoberFest, you play a major role in helping us uplift youth and teens through engagement in ongoing media projects, plus provide much needed scholarships to underserved students that thrive in our media playground. KCAT's unique programs attract kids of all backgrounds, cultures and neurodiverse communities who travel to our Los Gatos studio from as far as San Carlos, San Mateo, Hollister, and Gilroy.
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So, thank you for making a difference.
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Oktoberfest Do's & Don'ts: Be Ready for Fun, Rain or Shine!

• Do pre-order your drink bundles to skip the drink lines and enjoy the day.
• Don't bring pets, outside food, or alcohol—let us take care of everything!
• Do come ready to have a great time, no matter the weather!

Other links:
https://www.losgatoschamber.com/events/details/oktoberfest-2025-kcat-tv-17239

SAFETY DISCLAIMER
The organizers of this meet-up are unpaid volunteers and not expert guides. All participants agree to assume 100% responsibility for their own safety, conduct, and well-being and recognize that possible hazards exist while participating in outdoor (or any other) activities, and agree to participate solely at their own risk. If you RSVP “Yes” and/or attend any of our events, it shall be conclusively presumed that you understand and agree to this policy.

If you didn't read all of this, go back and at least read the third paragraph! Mainly, keep in mind that finding people from this Meetup group will be difficult in a large open event like this. I'll leave the comments open to allow people to try to find each other, but you've been warned! Finding people will be tricky if you've never met them before.