St. Alphonsus celebrates 23rd annual Oktoberfest

Wednesday, September 24, 2025
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Saint Alphonsus Oktoberfest is back this weekend in Lakeview.



Oktoberfest is a two-week festival in Munich, Germany that celebrates German culture, food, and of course beer.

Saint Alphonsus church in Lakeview has been celebrating its Oktoberfest since 2001.

Pastor of Saint Alphonsus, Father Steven Bauer joined ABC7 to talk about the festival, including offering some special brats and performers.



Oktoberfest Chicago at St. Alphonsus starts Friday evening at 5 p.m. and runs through Sunday evening.

Admission is $10 on Friday and Saturday; and a $5 suggested donation on Sunday.

For more information, visit stalsoktoberfest.org.
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