German-American Festival

About

Held in August in Oregon, the German-American Festival is Northwest Ohio's oldest and largest ethnic festival, now in its 60th year. Expect authentic German and Swiss food, imported beer, live folk music and dancing across multiple stages, plus traditional contests — stein-lifting (Masskrugstemmen), stone throwing (Steintossen), and a beer mile. The festival draws a established crowd of culture-focused attendees and supports German-American heritage programs throughout the Toledo area. Strong foot traffic, three-day run, and a vendor mix that spans food, beverage, and cultural programming.

Details

Type

Festival

Season / Event Date(s)

Aug 28–30, 2026

Venue

Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd

Tags

• cultural
• german
• oktoberfest
• food
• craft