In October, as the clouds gather beneath a full moon and the bats start to swirl, visitors flock to North Georgia for some of the spookiest attractions around! Why go to some plastic-coated theme park for the scariest night of the year, when you could be spending All Hallow's Eve in a natural forest, possibly, in your very own secluded cabin!
Having been canceled last year due to the pandemic, Oktoberfest in Helen, Georgia is finally here! So what's in store for you?
Helen's biggest celebration is running from September 9-12, September 16-19, September 23-26, and reopens again on September 30 which will run through the entire month of October. Enjoy German music, lots of dancing, food, and drinks.
This is the longest-running Oktoberfest in the US and this year will be its 50th celebration! There are German-style bands from around the country. While German tunes are played, there are also modern favorites. But 90% of all music played at the event must be Bavarian to take away the traditional authentic German experience. The bands performing this year include Yodel Blitz, The Czechers, Prost, Squeeze Box, Alpenmusikanten, Europa and Martin Gross und sein Sonnenschein Express. Dance the polka and others. Are you ready for the chicken dance?
The festivities will happen at the riverside Helen Festhalle where there are rows of long tables so you can eat and drink while watching the shows. Festhalle is located at 1074 Edelweiss Strasse in Helen. You can buy your tickets at the door. The event is kid-friendly. Active and retired military gets free admission but on Sundays, everyone gets in free. If you cannot go to the festivity, you can watch what's going on at the Festhalle live here.
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Many people will be dressed in traditional attire, lederhosen, and dirndls.
The parade at noon on September 11, 2021, in downtown Helen, marks the start of the celebration. The parade starts on Edelweiss Strasse near the Festhalle, turns on the Chattahoochee Strasse, turns on to the Main Street, and ends at the Betty's Country Store.
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There is a ceremonial tapping of the keg. Plenty of German food you can try at the Hofer's of Helen, Cafe International, Bodensee, The Troll Tavern, and other restaurants in town.
What should you bring?
Bring your ID with you as you will be asked for identification. Don't forget to bring cash since most parking lots accept cash only and you may want to tip servers and musicians with cash.
Where to stay for Oktoberfest?
Accommodations book up for Oktoberfest quickly so make plans in advance. Cedar Creek Cabin Rentals cabins are popular options for the amenities whether you are traveling with your partner, family, or group. Many of our cabins have hot tubs, sauna, full kitchens, firepit, and jacuzzi.
The weather will still be warm and it only gets cooler in late October. The Georgia mountains by then will be bursting with fall colors. The fall colors of the leaves are an annual display that attracts many people to enjoy nature and it also coincides with the Oktoberfest schedule.
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You don't have to travel to Germany to experience Oktoberfest. Join the fun in Helen, Georgia!
What is Oktoberfest?
We love the Autumn season, and here is why! Fall is a beautiful time of year in Helen, Georgia. The surrounding mountains have breathtaking views of the fall foliage, and there is much to celebrate.
Are you thinking about attending the famous Oktoberfest in Helen, Georgia?
There's no better place in America to celebrate the annual beer festival since you'll feel you’re actually in Germany when you walk around the city of Helen. You can have that feeling all year thanks to Helen's picturesque setting and German architecture, but it's exceptionally accurate during September and October when thousands of visitors from all over the country make the trip to Helen, Georgia for Oktoberfest.
How do you prepare for Oktoberfest?
If you're hearing people talk about Oktoberfest in Helen, and you haven’t made plans you may miss out. Many cabin companies book out early for the weekends of this fabulous event. Helen, Georgia is known for having the longest running Oktoberfest in the country, spanning about eight weeks.
The Helen, Georgia Oktoberfest is known far and wide as one of the longest and largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the United States. Oktoberfest festivities aren't limited to individual restaurants or bars; the festivities spill into the street, enveloping the entire town in German culture and cuisine.
After a long day of celebrating in Helen's Festhalle, you're going to need someplace to rest your bones in preparation for the next day's adventures. To truly be able to unwind, however, it's important that you book accommodations in a north Georgia location that will make you feel comfortable, and will be compatible with your unique personality.
Fall has arrived in northern Georgia, and that means that visitors are flocking to the area to celebrate Oktoberfest Helen!
Hoist a pint, join the parade and eat a brat when you head to Helen this fall. Oktoberfest in Helen is the longest-running Oktoberfest celebration in the world and starts in mid-September running through the end of October. There is nothing quite like experiencing the traditional German fall festival and celebration in Helen. What you find at the Oktoberfest in Germany is what you’ll find right here in Helen Georgia.
What would an Oktoberfest be without music? Half the fun of celebrating this traditional German festival is dancing with friends or enjoying a pint and a pretzel while watching a live band perform. Helen's own Oktoberfest is so beloved and well known for the fact that it features the perfect combination of beer, food, and, of course, music!
