Oktoberfest & FHSU Homecoming Weekend
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The Volga German Society Oktoberfest is an annual celebration of the Germans from Russia heritage of Ellis County. It is held at Frontier Park on the Friday before the Fort Hays State University Homecoming. The festival includes various activities and booths that provide food, crafts, refreshments, beer and musical entertainment. The Volga German Society, established in 1974, promotes the heritage of the German immigrants with various events, programs and the annual Oktoberfest.
Friday 11 am - 7 pm. Parade on Saturday.
http://haysoktoberfest.com
Oktoberfest & FHSU Homecoming Weekend
Phone : 785-628-2624 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : alumni@fhsu.edu
Web: www.germancapitalofkansas.com
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