General Information

The third annual Oktober Family Fest, presented by: Time Warner Cable KC, will be held Saturday, October 8, 2011. This family-oriented event will run from 11am to 10pm and will be held at 12411 Wornall Ave., just south of Avila University. ADMISSION IS FREE, tickets for rides, games and great authentic German food can be purchased at the festival. Ja, es ist gut!

This year’s festival is expected to build on last year’s attendance of more than 4,000 people from all across the KC metro. The event will feature activities for all ages, including authentic German food, a Biergarten, and an all-new expanded midway with even more rides and carnival games than last year. Unlimited ride wristbands will be available, allowing kids to enjoy the carnival rides all day for one price.

Live music will be provided by several nationally recognized and local artists, including Mr. Stinky Feet, an award-winning children’s singer-songwriter; Chris Doolittle; the Alpen Spielers, a traditional German polka band; and KC favorite Liverpool – A Tribute to the Beatles.

Admission to the festival is free. Tickets are required for food, beverages, carnival games and rides, and can be purchased in advance at a discounted rate on Groupon. Tickets will also be available the day of the festival. Proceeds will benefit Calvary Lutheran Church and School in Kansas City.

To learn more about Oktober Family Fest, visit www.oktoberfamilyfest.com or contact Festival Director Jeff Henry at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 816-285-4758.

Information & Guidelines for Oktober Family Fest 2011

Kindly observe these festival guidelines to make the Oktober Family Fest enjoyable for everyone!

Festival Hours for 2011

Saturday, October 8, 2011 11:00 am – 10:00 pm

Location

OktoberFamilyFest is located on the Calvary Lutheran and Lutheran High School campus at 12411 Wornall Ave., Kansas City, MO 64145.

Directions to the event: Google Maps

Parking

Parking is available on the main festival site for $5 per car.

No Smoking

Under the regulations of the Fire Marshall, no smoking is allowed in any tent. Please smoke only in the designated smoking area.

Information/Help

The Information Tent near the Main Tent is the place to find help. Volunteers will try to answer questions and assist you in providing directions within the festival grounds.

Lost and Found

Lost your keys, wallet, or favorite jacket? Check with the Information Tent.

First Aid

Medical assistance will be on the site and can be found at the Medical Tent.

Please, Keep it Safe!

OktoberFamilyFest wants everyone to safely enjoy the festival. Please “Keep it Safe!”

The “Prove It or Pour It” crew will be monitoring the crowd to make sure each person who is drinking a beer is of legal drinking age. If you cannot provide valid ID, you will be asked to pour out your beer.

Ticket Sales and ATM

Tickets are the only currency at the Oktober Family Fest. Tickets are $1 each and can be purchased in advance from the web site or on the festival grounds the day of the event. Only tickets are redeemable for rides, food, carnival games and beverages. Tickets may be purchased with cash or credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover). No checks. There is no ATM on the festival grounds.

Big Tent Entertainment Schedule
 

Presented by:

Saturday, October 8

1:30 pm - Mr. Stinky Feet

3:30 pm: Chris Doolittle (children’s music)

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Alpen Spielers (German polka)

7:30 pm – 10:00 pm: Liverpool (Beatles tribute band)

Rides/Midway

Oktober Family Fest is an event for the entire family. The Carnival features an array of rides for children and young adults. Just like in Munich, the carnival will be open throughout the evening.

Unlimited ride wristband: $20.00
Individual tickets: $1.00

Ticket redemption requirements vary by ride, service or food product.

Food and Beverage

The event will offer cuisine true to the German heritage, including bratwurst, hot dogs, smoked pork chops, and German potato salad. Leinenkugel’s, Oktoberfest, Honey Weiss and Pale Ale will complement the feast. There is certainly enough ”bier” to go around at this giant party, with rows of picnic tables, music, and the most festive atmosphere in Kansas City.

Please Note!

• Beer sales end 30 minutes before the festival closes.
• Do not leave the festival grounds with a beer.
• Please, do not drink and drive.
• Please do not bring pets to the event.
• Do not climb on stages, tents, or rides.
• Defacing public property within the event may result in prosecution.
• Please do not bring alcoholic beverages, weapons, glass containers, or audio recording equipment to the event.
• Please do not bring your own food or beverages into the festival.
• Please leave your ice chests, backpacks, or very large bags in your car and be prepared to allow security to search large bags.
• Dancing on the tables or benches will be strictly prohibited.
• This is for your safety and for the others who are trying to enjoy the festivities.
• Security personnel will be patrolling the grounds at all times.
• Oktober Family Fest observes the regulations established by the Missouri Alcohol Beverage Law Enforcement Commission.
• Oktober Family Fest volunteers will serve only those patrons with proper ID.
• Oktober Family Fest reserves the right to refuse anyone service.
• No refunds. All purchases are final, including advance online tickets and ride band sales.
• The Oktober Family Fest is a rain or shine event.
• Advance ticket purchases including those purcahsed on Groupon are 100% non-refundable.