Maifest When: May 16 from noon-11 p.m., May 17 from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and May 18 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Where: Goebel Park, Covington What: Maifest is the German celebration of the arrival of spring, and Braxton Brewing Company is hosting Covington's own Maifest, offering traditional German revelry, like maypole dancing, German folk music, carnival rides and kid-friendly activities and German fare like bratwurst, schnitzel, sauerkraut and Bavarian pretzels. Who: Braxton Brewing Company Why: No German celebration is complete without great beer: Braxton Brewing Co. will also be offering a showcase of authentic Cologne culture with their Kranz Kölsch and Kölsch Service. Photo via covingtonky.gov

Goebel Park Photo via covingtonky.gov

Covington’s Oktoberfest will return to Mainstrasse Village this September for a weekend of music, arts, food, drink and celebration of the city’s German culture. 

This year, the free, family-friendly event will be a little bit smaller and will focus on the local offerings of Covington businesses. Taking place once again at Goebel Park, the event will run from 5-11 p.m. on Sept. 6, 12 -11 p.m. on Sept. 7 and 12-8 p.m. on Sept. 8. 

“In previous years of Covington Oktoberfest, businesses in Covington’s Mainstrasse Village experienced less foot traffic as visitors opted for street food and beer instead of indoor dining,” a press release explains.” This year, restored by local leaders like Braxton Brewing Co., the focus will be put back on local businesses.”

Visit the event page for more info leading up to the event. 

Sept. 6-8. Covington Oktoberfest, 501 Philadelphia St., Covington.

This article appears in Aug 21-28, 2019.

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