German heritage Days (oktoberfest)
come celebrate with us!
Come celebrate Oktoberfest in Nauvoo, IL
Our first Oktoberfest will be held on October 28, 2022 – 6:00 -9:00 PM.
This event is free, but we welcome donations on Eventbrite!
Entertainment
Heidelberg
The German polka band Heidelberg (from Quincy, Illinois) will be performing assorted music Friday evening.
Heidelberg on Facebook
Vaudeville Valley Circus
The VaVa Circus (from Springfield, Illinois) will be performing a family-friendly Halloween performance as well as providing some fire-spinning entertainment on Saturday evening.
VaVa Circus on Facebook
German Cuisine
German foods will be available from the various eateries in Nauvoo the day of the festival.
Stick Around
On Saturday, October 29, we have the annual Halloween parade and Pumpkin Walk on Mulholland Street from dusk to 9PM.
Image courtesy of Debbie Bloyd-Brown on Facebook
Did You Know?
The first Oktoberfest was held in Germany in 1810.
Before You Go
Nauvoo Fairy Door Trail
The Nauvoo Fairy Door Trail is a fun a new way to experience Nauvoo. Visitors can see many varieties of Fairy Doors up and down Mulholland St.
See the Sights
Drive around Nauvoo and see all the funny and scary Nauvoo homes and businesses decorated for Halloween.