Germanfest brings flavors of Bavaria to Hoffman Estates with beer, food and music
Platzkonzert Germanfest waltzed into Hoffman Estates with a bang Saturday.
The family-friendly, Oktoberfest-style celebration featured a selection of Hofbrau beer, authentic German food, live music, free children’s activities and more.
The merriment continues from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Event parking is in the front of the Tate & Lyle building, at 5450 Prairie Stone Parkway. Enter the parking lot from Pratum Avenue.
Amy Geltner of Barrington Booster Club fills a stein with beer Saturday during the Platzkonzert Germanfest in Hoffman Estates.
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Alpine Thunder performs on the main stage Saturday at Platzkonzert Germanfest in Hoffman Estates.
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A cardboard cutout of Dwight Schrute, a character on NBC’s American adaptation of “The Office” from 2005 to 2013, sits in front of a food truck Saturday during the Platzkonzert Germanfest in Hoffman Estates.
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People browse in the Fall Makers Market Saturday at Platzkonzert Germanfest in Hoffman Estates.
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