This weekend we took advantage of the fact that the low country had the most beautiful weather in MONTHS (and that’s sadly no exaggeration). Negligible humidity, lots of sunshine, and a cool breeze. The autumn has finally arrived! We kicked off Friday night kicked off with drinks, pizza and a backyard fire. Wonderful!
Saturday we went to my very first Oktoberfest with our neighbors. There must have been many Oktoberfest festivals in the greater Savannah area based solely on how empty the one we went to was. I didn’t mind. More food and booze for us! Behind us there was a shallow (but large) pool. Inside of the pool were larger-than-life sturdy bubbles for people to roll in the pool. Too bad I didn’t take a picture of that. It was pretty cool.
Meet Lily the goat from the petting zoo. She was the sweetest. I made kissy noises at her and she posed for a nice picture. Goats are cute, aren’t they?
My very first bratswurst. That thing was HUGE but oh-so-tasty. (That’s what she said). I think I may never have a hot dog again.
This wine sign was at the Schnitzel Shack (and a huge relief to this non-beer drinker!). The German man there was very nice. I apologetically told him I used to speak a few words of German in college. He said, “It’s okay. You don’t have to speak German.”
Then, out of no where, a friendly older man in a German costume came out and, with a wink in my direction, told the other man that “She’s a nice girl. She gets the nice girl discount!” So, I got $1 off. Sweet! As I looked back at the stand, I look up at the sign and realized that the flirty man was Mr. Schnitzel Shack himself. Hilarious!
We had fun walking around the different stands. The kettle corn was deeeeeelicious. I hauled a huge bag home that will probably be done in a few days. (Guilty, party of one). There were lots of handmade crafts such as wreaths, bows, seashell chimes and wood crafts. It was pretty neat.
Have you ever been to an Oktoberfest event?
Breenah says
I’m glad they had wine there for you and yay discount! I don’t know if we have any kind of Oktoberfest around here, but we do have a Winefest every April. It’s AWESOME.
Lisa @ Sorority Life to Army Wife says
Looks like a fun event. And kettle corn is pretty much the best.
Kenya says
Looks like you had a great time! Bratwurst are pretty dam good too.
Lisette says
GAH! I’m in love with them (that’s what she said!)
Jasmine Maria says
Looks like you had fun. I can’t wait to go to a pumpkin patch next month!
Meg O. says
You know, I’ve never been to any sort of Octoberfest!! I really want to go. Looks like a great time!
Lisette says
You and Miss K. would have a ball!
Britt says
I totally love Oktoberfest! I can’t wait until I get to go.
The sausage is definitely my favorite, and I always get hit with that nostalgia from when I lived in Germany. It’s just an awesome time :)
Glad you had so much fun!
Britt @ One&20
Kerry says
I want to attend a n Oktoberfest, I need to find one in my area! Love that they had wine to try too!
Lisette says
Do it! The one I went to was tiny and really just kid-friendly. I can’t imagine what a REAL Oktoberfest in Germany must be like!
Holly H says
I can’t believe you’ve never had bratwurst before. Yum! I haven’t been to an Oktoberfest event since I studied abroad in college. Thanks for bringing back the memories!
Ashleigh says
I love the photos sweet girl! I am glad you all had a good time @ Octoberfest..
joannerambling says
Great photos made me want popcorn and schnitzel…………………
Lauren {at} Life.Love.Lauren says
I would have had to find the wine too! Looks like fun!
Shannon says
I love Ocktober Fests! I’ve been to one and have another one coming up this weekend!
Rachel says
Oh no! I didn’t realize you need the top photo for this post. Oops. :(
And I love brats. NOM!
Lisette says
You’re slipping, kid.
Liz @ Fitness Blondie says
Looks like you had an awesome weekend girl! I have never been to an Oktoberfest but it seems so fun. Love the pictures!
Have a great week girlfriend. xo
Lisette says
Thanks so much Liz! Hope you had a great weekend!