Planned Family Fun Activities At Helen GA Oktoberfest

In Helen, GA, Oktoberfest is one of the most exciting celebrations. Every year tourists pour into town to experience the German festival. The weekends are always the most advertised and popular times to visit, but there are attractions for your family to enjoy all week long.

Fun For the Whole Family During Helen Ga Oktoberfest

Burt’s Pumpkin Farm

Take “A One Day Fall Vacation” at Burt’s Pumpkin Farm and you’ll get a taste of fall at the barn store where they have a delicious pumpkin pie, and pumpkin roll. The kids will see some of the biggest pumpkins they’ve ever seen at up to 150 pounds each, something Burt’s is famous for. The whole family can take a hay ride together, where there are several opportunities to capture the beautiful autumn scenery, with your digital camera.

North Georgia Corn Maze

On Friday evenings, you can join over 135,000 people who have gotten lost at the North Georgia Corn Maze. The 7 acre large corn maze twists and turns, and features crop circles that add to the mystery of the season. The kids can run through the Hay Bail Jump to exert some energy. Then, they can go visit the friendly animals in the petting zoo, followed by the Kid’s Corner that offers games, a corn pit, and jumping inflatables.  If you are up to the challenge, there is even a haunted house to visit, that will leave you trembling and watching over your shoulder.

Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf

Your group will love putting through the Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf miniature golf course. Pirate’s Cove is just across the street from the Oktoberfest Festhalle, which makes it an easy find for visiting adventurists. Pirate Coves all over country have won beautification awards for the attractive scenery, there are waterfalls, caves, lush gardens, footbridges, and pirate décor that adds to the atmosphere.

Hansel and Gretel’s Candy Kitchen

The fairytale comes to life in this aromatic chocolate and candy shop. Everyone will enjoy sweets, fudge, chocolate covered caramels, hand dipped apples, and more. Once you’ve had enough, you can get some treats-to-go for your family and friends at home, all packed nicely in the store’s adorable gift boxes.

Enjoy the Great Outdoors During the Helen GA Oktoberfest

Black Forest Bear Park

Visit Black Forest Bear Park to learn about the allusive black bear. The park has over 10 bears of different ages and sizes, and you get to see all of them from 10 feet up above their enclosures. When you are done visiting the bears, step on over to the snake exhibit where you’ll see both venemous and non-venemous species. The park has been known to have tarantulas and reptiles you can handle, so be sure to check out this once in a lifetime opportunity.

Anna Ruby Falls

If the waterfalls at Pirate’s Cove sound beautiful, you haven’t seen anything, yet. Anna Ruby Falls is a combination of twin waterfalls that fall from 153 and 50 feet. The trail around the falls takes about a half hour to complete, but it offers many scenic photo opportunities.

Visit the State Parks

Helen is known for its proximity to the mountains. There are several outdoor activities such as, ziplining, bike or horseback riding through the trails, hiking, fishing and mountain climbing to keep you busy during your visit.

Oktoberfest at Night

Once Helen, GA Oktoberfest is in full swing, you can get in on the celebration every night, starting at 6pm, and going to 10pm. (Please remember there are no activities from the 17-19 of September.) Join the locals as they gather at Oktoberfest Festhalle to enjoy great music, fun, food and beer.

Relax and Unwind in A Helen Ga Cabin Rental

When you aren’t out enjoying all of the attractions of Helen, relax in a luxury cabin. You’ll be able to cook out on the grill, make s’mores over the campfire, and embrace the outdoors while having access to modern amenities like; wireless internet, jacuzzis, hot tubs, and high-def television.

Are you ready for a weekend getaway to Helen Ga for Oktoberfest?