The Rotary Club of Palatine was founded in March 1964 to support the people of the Village of Palatine and to promote international understanding and friendship. We have supported many local projects over the years, including the Firefighter's Memorial, the Wood Street Gazebo, the accessible playground at the Salt Creek Park district, Rotary Plaza at Palatine and Plum Grove Road, the trees and benches along Wood Street, and many others. We support a broad spectrum of local charities that aid those in need in Palatine and surrounding communities.

Schedule of Events

Bands

September 15, 2023
5:00PM - 8:30PM: Die Musikmeisters
8:45PM - Midnight: The Polkaholics

September 16, 2023
3:30PM - 6:00PM: Die Kellerknaben Trio
7:00PM - Midnight: Phenix

September 17, 2023
12:00PM - 3:00PM: Die Musikmeisters
3:00PM: Rhinemaidens (alphorn demonstration)
3:15PM - 6:00PM: Phenix

Beer

A selection of Imported German and Craft Brews, along with German wine, soda and water.
Krombacher Pils: Our Imported German Pilsner beer (4.8% ABV). If you like traditional American lager style beer, you'll love this!
Krombacher Dark: Malt-spicy aromas meet finest hops (4.7% ABV).
Half Acre "Lager Town" Oktoberfest Beer An Octoberfest that lives in the malty bosom of Munich’s storied tradition. Take a drive through Lager Town. (5.8% ABV).

Wine:
Barefoot Cellars Pinot Grigio
Barefoot Cellars Merlot

Food
German and Fest food from local restaurants and organizations

Activities

Opening Ceremonies: Oktoberfest starts at 5:00 on Friday evening! We'll take a few moments (time TBD) for a blessing of the event and tapping of a ceremonial keg in front of the main stage, along with remarks from local dignitaries.

Family Day

Saturday is Family Day! While parents are welcome to bring their children to every part of Oktoberfest, we have set aside a special time for families to enjoy the festive spirit of this classic German cultural fest. Family Day is held on Saturday beginning at noon and lasting until about 3:30 p.m. In addition to all the enjoyable foods and beverages available throughout the fest, special programming and activities for children are provided during this time.

Musical performances featuring students from local school groups and Palatine-based youth organizations highlight the afternoon's events on the main stage. Adjacent to Oktoberfest in Palatine's Towne Square Park there will be face painting and a variety of children's games .

Family Day kicks off with an Oktoberfest Casual Family-Paced Bike Ride. Meet at 10:30AM at Towne Square (at the corner of Smith & Slade Streets) for registration, and start the ride at about 11. Both 8 mile and 15 mile rides are available. Registration is free! Bike racks will be provided. Children under 14 will need an adult chaperone. Helmets are required. Remember to bring a lock to secure your ride while you enjoy a sandwich and a beverage after the ride. Visit www.bikepalatine.com for more information.

Family Day Schedule:

10:30 AM-Noon: Oktoberfest Casual Family Bike Ride Hosted by the Bike Palatine Club
Noon-3:30pm: Building Stations (Birdhouses, Desk Organizers, and Summer Camper Kits) Provided by the Home Depot in Palatine
Noon-3:30pm: NWSRA Sensory Experience Booth Hosted by the Northwestern Special Recreation Association
Noon-3:30pm: Palatine Park District Hosted by the Palatine Park District
Noon-3:30pm: Palatine Boy Scouts Hosted by Palatine Boy Scout Club
Noon-3:30pm: The Chamber of Commerce Hosted by the Palatine Business Association
Noon-3:30pm: Display of Fire Response and Rescue Truck Hosted by the Palatine Fire Department
Noon-3:30pm: Palatine Historical Society Hosted by the Palatine Business Association
Noon-3:30pm: PHS Tri M Hosted by the Palatine High School Music Department
12:15 PM-3:15pm: Balloon Art hosted by A Hardy Party
12:15-3:15pm: Face Painting for Children hosted by A Hardy Party
11:40 AM-3:10pm: Performances By Local Organizations on the Main Stage
11:40-11:50am: Announcement of the Scarecrow Winner Hosted by Palatine Village Hall
11:55-12:40pm: Hosted by the Palatine High School Music Department: "PHS Orchestra" Sponsored by Dung Pham
12:45-1:05pm: Hosted by the Palatine High School Music Department: "PHS Vocal" Sponsored by Matt Koehlinger
1:10-1:55pm: Hosted by the Schaumburg High School Music Department: "Jazz Combo" Sponsored by Vincent Inendino
2:00-2:45pm: School of the Dance Group Hosted by the Bonnie Lindholm School of Dance
2:50-3:30pm: Hosted by the Hoffman Estates High Music Department: "HEHS Choir" Sponsored by Matt Schlesinger

Date: September 15-17, 2023

Time:
September 15, 2023 from 5pm - midnight
September 16, 2023 from 12:00pm - midnight
September 17, 2023 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm

Location: Smith and Wilson in Downtown Palatine, IL 60038.

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