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German Heritage Fest

The 29th Annual German Heritage Fest will be held
Saturday, August 30 ​and Sunday, August 31, 2025 at St. Nick's Grove
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Come join us at the German Heritage Fest! There's food, music, dancing, merchandise, and of course, beer, all in honor of celebrating German culture. The festival is organized by DANK Chapter 71 of Erie and Lake Erie Fanfare.

German Heritage Fest goes on rain or shine and parking is free! Our festival grounds are handicap accessible and designated parking is available with proper tags. If you've never experienced the festival, check out some FAQs at the bottom of this page and visit the Past Festivals page to view event photos​.

2025 German Heritage Fest

1996 German Heritage FestAttendees enjoying the first Bavarian Festival (before it was called German Heritage Fest) in 1996.
Festival Admission:
$5 per person
Children 12 and under are free
$8 per two-day pass 

Festival Dates and Hours:
Saturday, August 30
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Sunday, August 31
11:00 AM - 6:30 PM

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Food & Beverages

Sausages on the grill at German Heritage Fest Erie, PA
Food
  • Lake Erie Regiment
  • Viennese Cafe
  • Lombardo's Concessions
  • Connie's Ice Cream
  • Little Doug's Kettle Corn
  • Helmut's Strudel

Attendees enjoying German Heritage Fest Erie, PA
Beverages
  • German Oktoberfest
  • Hofbrau
  • Labatt's Blue Light
  • Other locally made craft brews
  • Courtyard Winery
  • Non-alcoholic beverages including Pepsi® products

Entertainment & Activities

The Frankfurters
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The Youngstown Saxon Blaskapelle
VIEW THE 2025 ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

Entertainment and Activities:
The Shotskis
The Real Magic Steve - Balloon Art & Magic
Alpen Schuhplattler Dancers
The Youngstown Saxon Blaskapelle
Face painting

FAQs

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Why is there an admission fee for the festival?
The German Heritage Fest charges an admission fee because the festival is not affiliated with any church, fire hall, or other nonprofit organization that has funds readily available to host events like this. The admission fee goes toward the operation costs of putting on the festival including food, beverages, tents, activities, and entertainment. However we do contribute donations to several local organizations throughout the year including the Veterans Miracle Center, Erie County Public Library, Erie Historical Society, Erie Society for Genealogical Research, Mercy Center for Women, Church of the Nativity Shelter, Erie City Mission, Gannon University, and Asbury United Methodist Church.

Can personal steins be filled at the Beer Tent?
No. Due to the fact that steins vary in size, we cannot fill them. Servers will fill glasses for you to pour into your stein.
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Are firearms permitted on festival grounds?
Firearms are NOT permitted on festival grounds.

Can I bring my pets to the festival?
Pets are NOT permitted on festival grounds unless they are certified service animals (proper documentation must be provided).

Can I bring my own food and beverages?
Food in small quantities is permitted but beverages are not. If you bring a cooler or insulated bag to the event, you will be required to open it for inspection before gaining admission to the festival.

Is a handicapped entrance and parking available?
Yes, handicapped parking is available with proper tagging on the vehicle. Individuals in wheelchairs may be dropped off at the festival gate for easier access to the event.

Can I volunteer for the festival?
Yes, we would love to have you assist us during the festival! If you or an organization you're involved with would like to volunteer, please email us at [email protected] and we'll be in touch with additional information.

How can I stay up to date with all the details about the festival?
We always keep our website updated with festival dates, entertainment schedules, and more. You can also join our Facebook Group where we post even more detailed information about the event. Finally, if you have specific questions, you can ask them in the Facebook group or send an email to [email protected].

Past Sponsors Include:

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If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for this event, please contact Ray Luniewski, [email protected]

Kaiser (Emporer) Sponsors:
Spaten Beer/Erie Beer Company

Konig (King) Sponsors:
Lighthouse Dentistry
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Furst (Prince) Sponsors:
Pulaski Club
Society of Holy Trinity #240
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Herzog (Duke) Sponsors:
Erie Community Foundation
Erie Insurance
Fulton Athletic Club

Thank you also to the Erie Gaming Revenue Authority (ECGRA) for their support through a Special Events Grant.

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