Festivals

Each year the German-Texan Heritage Society produces a variety of German festivals as part of our mission to preserve and promote the German cultural heritage of Texas. Most events are held at GTHS headquarters in Austin – the historic German Free School,  507 E. 10th St (just west of the intersection of Red River and 10th). Follow the links for more detailed information on upcoming events:

Maifest – A celebration of spring in the gardens of the German Free School with German food and beer, live entertainment, children’s activities, and Maypole dancing.
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2009, noon to 5:00 pm

Oktoberfest – Our version of the famous Munich event offers plenty of German food and beer, live music, dancing, and games for children.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009, 3:00 to 9:00 pm

German Christmas Market - Come shop for imported German craft items such as nutcrackers, pyramids, smokers, and arches. Enjoy live performances of German Christmas music, browse our used German books, and sip some Glühwein!
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2009, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm