LONG GROVE, IL (OCTOBER 2011) — The Village of Long Grove will host its Annual OktoberFest
Celebration October 15-16
th
, with family friendly activities throughout town on Saturday from 10am-10pm and
Sunday from 10am-5pm. This German celebration is the perfect excuse for everyone to visit Long Grove and
experience all that the Village has to offer!
“From authentic German beer and food to entertainment and atmosphere, this is one of the few true OktoberFest
celebrations in the Northern Suburbs,” says Mary Ann and Chip Ullrich, owners of The Village Tavern. “It is
just so fitting that the Village of Long Grove, with its German history dating back to 1847, and its international
diversity throughout the Village’s restaurants and shops, is making it a tradition and destination every October.”
A town established by German farmers, coupled with unique European feel and charm, Long Grove is the
perfect place to celebrate OktoberFest. The Village-wide event will kick off on Saturday at 10am with the
OktoberFest Homecoming Parade, where community groups, businesses and residents will march through
downtown to celebrate German heritage, Fall, Halloween and hometown pride! Afterwards, the Long Grove
Fire Department Open House will be offering demo’s, tours and photos from 11-3pm.
Attendees can visit authentic German Beer Garden tents located at Archer Road and Fountain Square and in
The Village Tavern parking lot, where there will be German beer, wine, brats, pretzels and more. Both days will
be filled with live entertainment and stations set up for pumpkin decorating and children’s activities throughout
town. Historians and Halloween fans alike can take a „haunted walk“ through historic Long Grove complete
with facts and fun, starting at dusk from Timmy’s Sandwiches and Ice Cream.
Live music, dancing and family activities will be featured throughout the weekend including:
Long Grove OktoberFest Tent at Fountain Square
Saturday 1:30-4:30pm – “The Alpiners” Sunday 1:30-4:30 – “Horsts Polka Band”
Saturday 5-8pm – “Horsts Polka Band” The Village Tavern Tent
Saturday 11am-4pm – Fall Colors Car Show Sunday 8am-1pm – Farmers Market
Saturday 1-4pm – German Oompah Band Sunday 1-4pm – German Oompah Band
Saturday 6-10pm – “Rythymbone”
Sunset Pavilion
Saturday 12:30pm – “Egerlander German Dance Group” will be holding interactive lessons from their
authentic costumed performers.
Beans & Leaves Coffee & Tea Café
Saturday 1pm – “Back Porch Moon” Sunday 10am – Gospel Sing-Along
Saturday 3pm – “The Limitations” Sunday 12:30 – Tom Bradfish & Kourtney
Sunday 3pm – Jimmy Liggett
Timmy’s Sandwiches & Ice Cream at Towner Green
Saturday and Sunday – Towner Green will transform into a pumpkin patch with pumpkin decorating, where
families will also enjoy polka music, OktoberFest beers, wines and food.
While the Village of Long Grove officially hosts its Annual OktoberFest October 15-16, The Village Tavern
marked the official kick off to their month-long Fest, with a tapping of a ceremonial wooden keg on September
23
rd
. Their calendar of events includes live German music, beer tent (stocked with authentic 32-ounce German
beer steins), authentic German cuisine, weekly car shows Saturdays from 11am-4pm
(www.blackdogcarshows.com), a European-style farmers market Sundays from 8am–1pm, and more. Everyone
is invited to come dressed in their ‘tracht’, dirndl and lederhosen to join the waitresses decked out in beer maid
costumes.
As many can attest, there is nothing better than the cold crisp air of autumn and a nice cold beer to go along
with it! Parking and admission is free throughout the duration of this OktoberFest. For more information, please
visit www.VisitLongGrove.com or call the Visitors Information Center at 847-634-0888.
About The Village of Long Grove
Originally settled as a German farming community, the Village of Long Grove’s rich historical background
gave way to a multitude of additional cultures such as French, Polish, Greek, Irish, Canadian, Scottish, British,
Scandinavian, Italian, Native American and many more. Notoriously known as a ‘must-see’ destination in Lake
County, the Village gives visitors a very unique feel unlike any other place. It is almost as if they are nestled in
a hidden town in Europe.
Recognized as one of the nation’s genuine historic villages, and famous for their annual festivals, the Village of
Long Grove also serves as a Midwest destination, known for its one-of-a-kind, unique shopping experience that
cannot be duplicated. Only in Long Grove can one experience a charming, historic village abundant with
unspoiled natural beauty, and a diverse collection of shops, restaurants and events, all supported by a genuine
hospitality rarely found in urban environments. A 35-mile jaunt from Chicago, the Village of Long Grove is an
experience not to be missed. Come visit, shop and dine in Long Grove… You’ll love it.
Long Grove invites everyone to celebrate the historic village’s German roots at OktoberFest on Saturday and Sunday, October 15 and 16.
Celebration October 15-16 th
with family friendly activities throughout town on Saturday from 10am-10pm and
Sunday from 10am-5pm. This German celebration is the perfect excuse for everyone to visit Long Grove and experience all that the Village has to offer!
“From authentic German beer and food to entertainment and atmosphere, this is one of the few true OktoberFest celebrations in the Northern Suburbs,” says Mary Ann and Chip Ullrich, owners of The Village Tavern. “It is just so fitting that the Village of Long Grove, with its German history dating back to 1847, and its international diversity throughout the Village’s restaurants and shops, is making it a tradition and destination every October.”A town established by German farmers, coupled with unique European feel and charm, Long Grove is the perfect place to celebrate OktoberFest. The Village-wide event will kick off on Saturday at 10am with the OktoberFest Homecoming Parade, where community groups, businesses and residents will march through downtown to celebrate German heritage, Fall, Halloween and hometown pride! Afterwards, the Long Grove Fire Department Open House will be offering demo’s, tours and photos from 11-3pm. Attendees can visit authentic German Beer Garden tents located at Archer Road and Fountain Square and in The Village Tavern parking lot, where there will be German beer, wine, brats, pretzels and more. Both days will be filled with live entertainment and stations set up for pumpkin decorating and children’s activities throughout town. Historians and Halloween fans alike can take a „haunted walk“ through historic Long Grove complete with facts and fun, starting at dusk from Timmy’s Sandwiches and Ice Cream.
Live music, dancing and family activities will be featured throughout the weekend including:
Long Grove OktoberFest Tent at Fountain Square
Saturday 1:30-4:30pm – “The Alpiners” Sunday 1:30-4:30 – “Horsts Polka Band”
Saturday 5-8pm – “Horsts Polka Band”
The Village Tavern Tent
Saturday 11am-4pm – Fall Colors Car Show Sunday 8am-1pm – Farmers Market
Saturday 1-4pm – German Oompah Band Sunday 1-4pm – German Oompah Band
Saturday 6-10pm – “Rythymbone”
Sunset Pavilion
Saturday 12:30pm – “Egerlander German Dance Group” will be holding interactive lessons from their
authentic costumed performers.
Beans & Leaves Coffee & Tea Café
Saturday 1pm – “Back Porch Moon” Sunday 10am – Gospel Sing-Along
Saturday 3pm – “The Limitations” Sunday 12:30 – Tom Bradfish & Kourtney
Sunday 3pm – Jimmy Liggett
Timmy’s Sandwiches & Ice Cream at Towner Green
Saturday and Sunday – Towner Green will transform into a pumpkin patch with pumpkin decorating, where families will also enjoy polka music, OktoberFest beers, wines and food.
While the Village of Long Grove officially hosts its Annual OktoberFest October 15-16, The Village Tavern marked the official kick off to their month-long Fest, with a tapping of a ceremonial wooden keg on September 23rd. Their calendar of events includes live German music, beer tent (stocked with authentic 32-ounce German beer steins), authentic German cuisine, weekly car shows Saturdays from 11am-4pm (www.blackdogcarshows.com), a European-style farmers market Sundays from 8am–1pm, and more. Everyone is invited to come dressed in their ‘tracht’, dirndl and lederhosen to join the waitresses decked out in beer maid costumes.As many can attest, there is nothing better than the cold crisp air of autumn and a nice cold beer to go along with it! Parking and admission is free throughout the duration of this OktoberFest. For more information, please visit www.VisitLongGrove.com or call the Visitors Information Center at 847-634-0888.
About The Village of Long Grove Originally settled as a German farming community, the Village of Long Grove’s rich historical background gave way to a multitude of additional cultures such as French, Polish, Greek, Irish, Canadian, Scottish, British, Scandinavian, Italian, Native American and many more. Notoriously known as a ‘must-see’ destination in Lake County, the Village gives visitors a very unique feel unlike any other place. It is almost as if they are nestled in a hidden town in Europe. Recognized as one of the nation’s genuine historic villages, and famous for their annual festivals, the Village of Long Grove also serves as a Midwest destination, known for its one-of-a-kind, unique shopping experience that cannot be duplicated. Only in Long Grove can one experience a charming, historic village abundant with unspoiled natural beauty, and a diverse collection of shops, restaurants and events, all supported by a genuine hospitality rarely found in urban environments.
A 35-mile jaunt from Chicago, the Village of Long Grove is an experience not to be missed. Come visit, shop and dine in Long Grove… You’ll love it.
