UAF celebrates Oktoberfest with two events

Two hands clinking glasses in front of the Oktoberfest marquee.
Stock photo by Canvas.
Two hands clinking glasses in front of the Oktoberfest marquee.

Sarah Manriquez
907-474-5972
Sept. 17, 2024

An Oktoberfest celebration at the University of 91视频 Fairbanks will feature a panel discussion and a day of festive activities. The events will bring the vibrant spirit of Bavarian culture to the campus and the Fairbanks community.

The panel discussion, in the Usibelli Building鈥檚 BP Design Theatre from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19, will feature a diverse group of experts:

  • Helga Wagenleiter, UAF German instructor and the festival鈥檚 director, providing insights into the history of Oktoberfest.
  • Elliott Anderson, UAF German Club president, discussing German culture.
  • Sarah McConnell, UAF Music Department, exploring German music traditions.
  • Zoe Jones, UAF Art Department, presenting on German architecture.
  • Bobby Wilken, HooDoo brewmaster, on the art of beer brewing.

Guests can enjoy authentic Bavarian food, live accordion music performed by Angelika Krinner-Crouteau and the ceremonial 鈥渢apping of the keg鈥 led by College of Liberal Arts Dean Ellen Lopez.

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The festivities will continue from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, with a lively set of activities around campus, including:

  • Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding contest): Test your strength in this traditional Bavarian competition.
  • Yodeling lessons: Experience this unique and joyous form of singing.
  • Photo booth: Try on traditional Bavarian clothing and pose for a photo.
  • Live music.

Both events are free and open to the public.

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