The Peoria German-American Society will host their annual Volksfest at Hickory Grove Park (located at 12403 N Hickory Grove Rd. in Dunlap) from noon – 8 pm. The family friendly event will feature activities including nagelspielen (a German nail game), soccer, a German gift tent with imported items from Germany plus a kids play area. Live entertainment will be provided by Eddie Korosa from Chicago, the Ratskellar Brummers, and the Lindenhof Echoes. Full German dinners including bratwurst, Heidelburgers, porksicles, German potato salad, and more will be available until 6 pm. Sandwiches and a Bavarian pretzel booth will also be available throughout the day. German and domestic beer, soft drinks and a cash bar will also be available for purchase. Admission is free. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com
Volksfests or People’s Fests began in Germany. There is typically at least one Volksfest in many larger German cities each year. German emigrants to the United States brought the tradition of the Volksfest with them. The Peoria German American Society has hosted a Volksfest at their club grounds since the 1930’s. No outside coolers are permitted. Only service animals are allowed. There is no ATM on site.
