Hoffman Estates’ Platzkonzert Germanfest returns Sept. 6-8
Hoffman Estates’ 18th annual Oktoberfest-themed Platzkonzert Germanfest returns Sept. 6-8 with three days of authentic German music, food and beer.
This popular, free annual celebration is held at the Hoffman Estates Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Pkwy.
It will feature authentic German music and beer from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8.
The Kinderplatz will offer free children’s activities from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. In partnership with the Hoffman Estates Park District, Kinderplatz will feature arts, crafts, inflatables, and more.
A full lineup of music is planned over the three-day fest. The on-site Hideaway Brew Garden will feature a selection of German craft beer and food options, and commemorative mugs. Contests will take place throughout the weekend, including the beer stein carry, stein hoisting, and costume contests on Saturday, and Dachshund races on Sunday.
Parking will be available in the lot east of the venue, off Pratum Avenue, in front of the Tate & Lyle building, 5450 Prairie Stone Parkway. Handicap parking and shuttle service will be provided. Limited parking also will be available on Prairie Stone Parkway.