CAPE CORAL, Fla. — After canceling 2022's Oktoberfest due to Hurricane Ian's impact, the German-American Social Club of Cape Coralis celebrating Halfway to Oktoberfest on April 15 and 16.
Saturday's celebration had German beers, including Hofbräu, Warsteiner, Schöfferhofer.
German food favorites including schnitzel, Brats and sauerkraut were also served, along with a variety of cakes.
President of the German-American Social Club Stephen Bauer said the event is important this year because the club was hit hard by Ian.
Bauer said the club is excited to host the 2023 Oktoberfest.
"We're on track to do that," he said. "All we need is the public to keep joining us."
Parking is free and admission is $5, kids 12 and under are free.
The event runs until 8 p.m. Saturday, and from 12 to 7 p.m. Sunday, at 2101 SW Pine Island Road.
