NKyTribune staff
Covington Oktoberfest – an event once thought to be lost – will come alive once again.
In this year’s celebration, the spotlight will be shown on the vibrancy of the local community.
The free-to-attend fest will highlight live music, local artists and local food and drink vendors, including Braxton Brewing Co., all in an effort to bring the focus back to Covington’s colorful culture.
Since 1979, families from throughout the Midwest have joined local crowds to celebrate German heritage and culture at Covington Oktoberfest in Goebel Park.
This year, the festival raises a stein to German culture with live music from local artists, local food, beer, and art.
Remembering: Oktoberfest 1980
From Friday, Sept. 6 to Sunday, Sept. 8, beer, music and food will be flowing from the streets of Covington during this celebration of German tradition.
Visitors can expect a family-friendly event with familiar local favorites converging at Goebel Park in a festival re-imagined and brought back to life, for the sake of joining the community together.
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.
This year, restored by local leaders like Braxton Brewing Co., the focus will be put back on local businesses.
Visitors can learn more about Covington Oktoberfest on the Facebook event.
The weekend will center around Goebel Park at 501 Philadelphia St. in Covington.
