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Music by Blaskapelle Shippensburg Band!
Posted on September 2, 2016
This Years Rotary of Carroll County Oktoberfest features some of the best local German bands and dance troops. We are excited to sat that the very popular Blaskapelle Shippensburg Band will be playing on Saturday October 1 from 3-6pm! The Shippensburg Band is from Southern Pennsylvania and is a 15 piece German Band! If you […]
Categories: 2016
Tags: bands, carroll county maryland, music, oktoberfest, polka, waltz
6 Things You Must Do At Carroll County Oktoberfest
Posted on September 1, 2016
There is just one month until the Rotary of Carroll County Oktoberfest opens its doors at the Carroll County Ag Center to an anticipated 1,000 attendees who are ready to drink beer and eat bratwurst! We all know that the food and beer top the list of reasons to come to Carroll Oktober fest, but […]
Categories: 2016
Happy 206th Birthday Oktoberfest!
Posted on July 20, 2016
Whether or not you are a beer drinker, you have no doubt heard about the famous Oktoberfest that takes place each year in Munich, Germany. This year Oktoberfest will celebrate its 206th birthday, the first festival took place in 1810 in honor of Bavarian Prince Ludwig’s marriage. All around the world other countries, states, and […]
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The History of Oktoberfest And What it is Today
Posted on September 15, 2015
Oktoberfest has been around for over 200 years! Over time, it has evolved in many ways from the first event in 1810. The entire focus of the festival has shifted during these last few centuries. Read on if you are curious to know how it all began! The First Oktoberfest The first Oktoberfest commenced in […]
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5 Oktoberfest Traditions to Know Before Attending
Posted on August 26, 2015
Don’t get us wrong, you are welcome to show up at the Rotary Oktoberfest of Carroll County (ROCC) with no prior knowledge or experience. But if you want to know more about the Oktoberfest culture and feel more involved in the festival, take a look at these traditions no Oktoberfest goes without. We hope this […]
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