The Athenaeum Foundation presents its 18th annual GermanFest on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. across the Athenaeum grounds and surrounding streets at 401 E Michigan Street, Indianapolis. Expect bier, brats, live music on two stages, dachshund races, a brat-eating contest, kids’ crafts, and German-themed shopping. VIP Prost Pass holders enter at 11:00 a.m. Advance general admission is $20 adults / $10 youth (ages 4–12); day-of adult tickets are $28. Kids 3 and under are free with a ticket.
October 3, 2026, 11:30 am
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6:30 pm
