Not everyone can make it out to Oktoberfest in Germany. Fortunately, there are cities all over the world that celebrate in their own way. Take for instance Dover, DE’s Cheesetoberfest.
If Cheesetoberfest sounds as delicious to you as it does to me, read on to find out what’s involved.
About Cheesetoberfest
Cheesetoberfest takes place on a Saturday in early October from noon to 9 PM. It happens at the Fordham & Dominion Brewing Company Brewery in Dover, DE.
Fordham & Dominion beer and soda will be flowing. There are also food trucks, live music by a traditional oompah band, a beer stein competition, a keg toss and cornhole.
A portion of all proceeds will be donated to Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity. The organization is dedicated to revitalizing the Kent County community by building and repairing homes in the area.
Tickets
Ticketing info is as follows:
VIP: $60
Includes:
• Festival admission
• A commemorative beer stein
• Unlimited beer
• A Cheesetober t-shirt
General Admission: $25
Includes:
• Festival admission
• A commemorative beer stein
• Two beers
Designated Driver/ Under 21
Includes:
• Festival admission
• A commemorative beer stein
• Unlimited Fordham and Dominion soda
Food and Beer
Food is provided by local food trucks that vary each year. Fordham and Dominion serve up a selection of special Cheeesetoberfest beers that are simply delectable.
Games and Activities
Here are some games and activities you can enjoy when you attend.
• A Beer Stein Competition: Ladies and gentlemen compete in separate divisions. They must hold out a full beer mug with their arms outstretched. The ones that can hold out the longest with the least amount of spillage wins.
• Keg Toss: Similar to bowling, the keg toss involves competitors rolling a full keg of beer into stacked empties. The one to level the most kegs wins.
• Cornhole: This fun game which involves tossing a bean bag into the hole gets competitive at Cheesetoberfest.
• Live Music: An oompah band will be performing for your listening enjoyment.
Things to Do in Dover, DE
Here are some things to do in Dover when you’re not out enjoying Oktoberfest:
• Air Mobility Command Museum: Visit the museum to view a collection of old war birds.
• Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village: This museum offers insight to the town’s farming history.
• First Heritage State Park: This is one of the oldest urban parks. It offers recreational activities and hosts events on a regular basis.
• Biggs Museum of American Art: This art museum is the perfect stop for art lovers. The focus is on photojournalism.
• Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club: The golf club offers the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon.
• Dover Downs Hotel and Casino: The casino provides terrific dining and gaming options.
• Dover International Speedway: Open for over 50 decades, the speedway is a great place to enjoy racing events.
• Spence’s Bazaar: This flea market stands out for its Amish farmers and artisans. It’s a terrific destination for finding baked goods, jewelry, vintage clothing, obscure vinyl, and pre-prepared foods.
• Delaware Seashore State Park: The State Park is the perfect place to surf, swim, fish, and take in the sun.
• House of Coffi: Located in the historic part of town, this is a great place to enjoy a brew.
Cheesetoberfest offers the perfect Oktoberfest celebration closer to home. There are so many things to see and do. Will you be planning a visit for the coming season?
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