Thousands Celebrate German Heritage at Odessa Deutschesfest, US Oktoberfests, and Yokohama Beer Festivals

Several German-themed festivals and events are taking place in 2025, celebrating heritage through food, drink, and cultural traditions. In Odessa, Washington, Deutschesfest runs from September 18-21, showcasing traditional German food, music, and camaraderie, highlighting the town's German Russian roots. Meanwhile, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati in Southwest Ohio, also from September 18-21, is recognized as the largest Oktoberfest celebration in the U.S., featuring a wide array of German-inspired dishes such as German chocolate funnel cake, currywurst, and goetta mountain ribbon fries. Photographs from the event capture the variety of foods enjoyed at Oktoberfest Zinzinnati, emphasizing its rich culinary offerings. Additionally, Yokohama, Japan, hosts its Oktoberfest at the Red Brick Warehouse from September 26 to October 13, blending German beer culture with local flavors and craft beers, followed by a gourmet festival in Chinatown in November. These events collectively illustrate the global appreciation and celebration of German culinary and cultural traditions in the fall season.