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most authentic Oktoberfest and famous German dancers. If you are interested in renting
one of our facilities please see our hall rental website.

KIRCHWEIH MASS | October 13 | 11:30am | Old St. Mary’s Church

On Sunday, October 13th, we will celebrate Kirchweih mass. The high point of the mass is the blessing of the rosemary bush that is auctioned at the Kirchweihtanz bringing the lucky couple prosperity in the coming year.

We gather in the courtyard of Old St. Mary’s Church (at the corner of 13th and Clay Streets in Over the Rhine) at 11:15 for the 11:30 mass so we can parade into the church in our traditional Tracht/Dirndl and Black Vest costumes.  Please bring your families for a beautiful mass and blessing so we can show our gratitude for our Donauschwaben heritage!

KIRCHWEIH DANCE | October 19 | 6pm – 10pm

On Saturday, October 19th, we’ll have the Kirchweihtanz, where we will auction off the Kirchweih Strauss.  Join us for the festivities from 6:00-10:00 pm with music from “The Aaron Dussing Band.” 

Come dressed in Tracht/Dirndl/Black Vest to get into the spirit of the event and join in our grand march, the highlight of the evening leading to the auctioning of the Strauss.

Our Trachtengruppe, Jugendgruppe, Mittlegruppe and Kleine Kindergruppe will be performing. Come and watch all our talented performers! Donauschwaben sausage, homemade sides and desserts will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Enjoy winning one of our many prizes from our raffle!

Please make it a family affair and help us celebrate our oldest Donauschwaben tradition.  Join us for a fun night on Oct. 19th by making reservations here: Kirchweitanz Reservations Form

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