Plattduetsche Park hosts annual Ompahfest celebration in Franklin Square

Community members enjoyed the annual Ompahfest celebration at the Plattduetsche Park, Restaurant and Biergarten on Sept. 22.

Neighbors from Franklin Square and the surrounding area ventured out to the Plattduestche last weekend to enjoy the celebration of German-American culture.

The event boasted traditional oompah music, German food, beer, dancing, demonstrations, raffles, fames vendors with imported foods and fun acitivities for kids. Musical performances included Johnney Koenig, die Spitzbaum, The Austrian Boys and Bavarski as well as the Plattduetsche’s own brass band, the Foehrer Musik Freunde.

Dancing demonstrations showcased authentic German dances by region and invited audience members to join.

Attendees enjoyed bratqurst, leberkase, giant pretzels and more throughout the festivities.

Neighbors are invited to attend Oktoberfest fun at the Plattduetsche, where a special menu and beers are available for purchase along with traditional German music bands and dancing on weekends between Oct. 4-13. There is an $8 cover charge for the bands.

“For us, it’s the most wonderful time of the year,” General Manager Matthew Buck said in a news release. “Our mission is to uphold the traditions and German culture for future generations here in America while make sure everyone has a great time.”