| GERMAN VILLAGE TOURS |
Tuesday, January 1 - Wednesday, December 31
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday
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Description: The German Village Society offers a selection of guided group tours focused on the historic preservation of architecture specific to German Village, the immigration process, and our sensational public and private gardens. All tours are scheduled in advance. Fees range from $4.00 (student scavenger hunt) to $12.00 (adult deluxe) per person.
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| Cyrano de Bergerac |
Thursday, August 7 - Sunday, August 31
8:00 PM - Thursdays - Sundays Only
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Actors' Theatre
Location: Schiller Park Outdoor Amphitheatre
Admission: Free and Open to the Public (contributions appreciated)
Description: For more information, please go to the Actors' Theatre website - www.theactorstheatre.org or call 614-444-6888. Actors' Theatre is not affiliated with the German Village Society and is a program of the City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.
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| GERMAN VILLAGE OKTOBERFEST |
Friday, September 5 - Sunday, September 7
Fri 5 pm to Midnight, Sat Noon to Midnight and Sun Noon to- 8 pm
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Society Signature Event
Location: Genoa Park & Amphitheater, Columbus, Ohio
Admission: $8.00 - Adults; Children twelve and under FREE!
Description: German Village Oktoberfest is a celebration that blends a time-honored German festival with the vitality and charm of a thriving urban neighborhood. Oktoberfest features traditional German polka as well as various other styles of music, a variety of authentic German food and other festival favorites. Don't miss Marketplatz filled with artisans and unique shops. Join us at Genoa Park & Amphitheater in downtown Columbus, Ohio, for "one of the top 100 events in North America!" Be sure to check our website for updates, price breaks, entertainment, and special offers. For more information and entertainment schedules visit www.GVOktoberfest.com
Notes: Friday, September 5, 5 pm to Midnight, Saturday, September 6, Noon to Midnight, Sunday, September 7,Noon to 8 pm
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| Monster Bash |
Friday, October 24
7 p.m.
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Location: The Meeting Haus Fest Hall, 588 South Third Street
Admission: TBA, Reservation required
Description: Until you have bashed with the monsters of German Village, you haven’t bashed! Join in trick or treating adult style at designated homes in the Village, and return to Fest Hall for a lively evening of refreshments and dancing. Call for information and reservations.
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| Village Lights - Shop, Dine & Stroll |
Sunday, December 7
6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
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Business Association Event
Location: Throughout historic German Village
Admission: Free
Description: Experience the holiday charm of German Village. Stroll down the luminaria lighted streets of German Village and paths of Schiller Park. Bring the family to enjoy carriage rides, visit with Santa and his reindeers, and meet Pelznickle. Lights, music, and excitement reverberate throughout the Village streets and businesses. Visit the Village businesses for holiday treats and specials, and live entertainment. Stop at German Village businesses or the Meeting Haus to pick up postcards with information about participating businesses during November. This event is presented by the German Village Business Community in collaboration with the German Village Society.
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| Village Singers Holiday Concert |
Friday, December 12 - Saturday, December 13
7 p.m.
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Location: The Meeting Haus Fest Hall, 588 South Third Street
Admission: $5.00
Description: Join the Village Singers, directed by John Carter, as they sing traditional and new arrangements that are guaranteed to make you hum all the way home.
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| Casseroles and Carols |
Sunday, December 14
7:00 PM
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Fun Committee Event
Location: The Meeting Haus Fest Hall
Admission: Free but bring a casserole!
Description: The German Village Fun Committee cordially invites all members of the Society to this annual sing-along potluck supper. Bring your favorite dish to share and come prepared to sing.
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Plus, the Society offers a selection of guided group tours focusing on historic preservation and architecture specific to the Village, the immigration process, and our sensational public and private gardens. All tours are scheduled in advance and the fees run from $4.00 (student scavenger hunt) to $12.00 (adult deluxe).
For questions regarding tours, contact P.Susan Sharrock at german@germanvillage.com
Also, if you haven't yet had the chance, do stop by our Visitor Center and view our introductory 12-minute video about the Village and the Society.
All Events and dates are subject to change. Please call 614.221.8888 to confirm.
Events will take place or begin at the Meeting Haus unless otherwise noted.
German Village Society Meeting Haus
588 South Third Street, Columbus Ohio 43215.5754
Phone 614.221.8888, Fax 614.222.4747
For questions regarding events, email event coordinator, Linda Casale, lcasale@germanvillage.com
Mission Statement: The German Village Society is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to retaining the character and distinction of the past while creating a thriving and contemporary community in German Village.
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