2013 Cleveland Labor Day Oktoberfest This Weekend

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The 2013 Cleveland Labor Day Oktoberfest, tagged as Northeast Ohio’s largest annual outdoor festival, will take place at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds from Friday, August 30 to Monday, September 2. For four exciting days, visitors can expect authentic German food, live entertainment from local and regional musicians, German dance groups and of course, gallons and gallons of ice-cold beer.

A diverse and unique experience, the Cleveland Labor Day Oktoberfest will have something to offer everyone. For art lovers, there will be a dedicated Art Market, sidewalk chalk art and a demonstration by sand sculptor Carl Jara. A 5k race, corn hole boards and other sporty activities will cater to more athletic visitors. Shopaholics can visit the Bavarian Bazaar while car enthusiasts can check out the VW Show & Campout as well as the juried Car Show. Of course, the festival also has fun activities lined up for the kids, including the Frisch Marionette Show, inflatables, toy trains, a gingerbread house building competition, sandboxes, a stunning fireworks display and more.

Admission costs $10 with a $2 discount if you purchase tickets online. Children under 12 get in free. Hours are from 5pm to midnight on Friday, noon to midnight on Saturday and Sunday and from noon to 9pm on Monday. The Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds are located at 164 Eastland Road in Berea. For more information, please visit clevelandoktoberfest.com.