Oktoberfest 2013 to benefit the Salem YMCA

Third Annual Oktoberfest to be held in Salem

Pamplemousse and Social Palates are joining forces to host the third annual Oktoberfest at Salem’s Old Town Hall on Saturday, September 14, 2013 from 5 – 9pm

The German-themed event will feature beer from local breweries as well as traditional fare from Salem businesses including Polonus Deli, the Flying Saucer Pizza Company, Longboards and the Lobster Shanty.

A continuous line up of entertainment includes local acts The Nick Consone Band, Qwill, and Freevolt.

All proceeds will benefit the Salem YMCA. Last year’s event raised over $5,000 to support the Y for All Campaign. Local politicians are donating their time and dressing up in traditional German costumes to help with the cause. Look for State Senator Joan Lovely, Councillor at Large William Legault, Councillors Josh Turiel and Tom Furey as well as David Eppley and Beth Gerard who are running for Ward 4 and 6.

“Everyone had such a good time last year, there were games, contests and many showed up in traditional costume,” says Pamplemousse’s Diane Manahan. John Andrews / 781-266-8639john@socialpalates.com Social Palates and PamplemousseFor immediate release press releaseSeptember 9, 2013“We knew right away that this would become an annual tradition.” Scheduled for this year are the Bratwurst eating contest, the Apple Challenge, Kazookioki, and the German costume contest with prizes in each category. The host this year is Erik Rodenheiser of the Griffin Theater as Olga, the Angry German Beer Wench.

Tickets are $20 per person and include admission, German hats and kazoos, a souvenir mug. Beer from Blue Hills Brewing, Narragansett, Cody Brewing and Notch will be available for $2 and $3 as well as German wine. A variety of German faire will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased at Pamplemousse, Salem Cycle, The YMCA - all located in downtown Salem, and at the door. This event sold out the past 2 years, so get your tickets early! 21+ Event.