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German-American Festival (September 9 - 11, 2011): Hosted by the United German-American Societies of Greater Chicago, this annual German-inspired festival takes place in Chicago's Lincoln Square Neighborhood (4000 N. Lincoln Avenue at Western and Leland Avenues) and features the Von Streuben German Day Parade at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, and German beer and foods.
The Berghoff Oktoberfest (September 14 - 16, 2011): The 26th annual Berghoff Oktoberfest, held at the John C. Kluczynski Federal Plaza at Adams and Dearborn Streets, features Bavarian-style classic German food, beer, live entertainment, and what is reported to be a 45 FOOT BRAT.
Oktoberfest Chicago (September 23 - 25, 2011): St. Alphonsus's Oktoberfest rounds out Chicago's outdoor festival season with bratwurst, beer, and music, including 16 Candles on Saturday, September 24, and the Die Musikmeisters German Band on Sunday, September 25. This annual Oktoberfest takes place at Lincoln and Southport Avenues and benefits the St. Alphonsus church, which is one of the oldest in Chicago. (Planning a visit to Munich, Germany for the world's largest Oktoberfest? Check out our Tips for Your Oktoberfest Visit.)
Looking for more fun things to do this September? Check out events this September in one of Chicago's "sister cities," Milwaukee. You can also enjoy some time outside, especially since September is one of Chicago's best "weather" months, with a Chicago walking tour or be a "visitor" in your own city and check out some of Chicago's most visited tourist attractions. Chicago also has some remaining free museum days in September, including free admission to the Shedd Aquarium September 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, and 27.
