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On Sunday, July th the Peoria German-American Society will be hosting their annual Volksfest at Hickory Grove Park from noon to 8 pm - Free Admission and Parking. This is a family friendly event.Hickory Grove Park, 12403 Hickory Grove Rd., Dunlap is just north of Peoria. Take Route 40 North to Hickory Grove Rd.
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.
Entertainment Lineup includes: Eddie Korosa from Chicago, Ratskellar Brummers, and Lindenhof Echoes.
To recognize the importance of the Fourth of July, we will have an American flag raising with members of our club dressed in military attire from the 1800’s at around 1pm.
Also, there is a Volkswagen Family of Car Cruis’n which includes Audi and Porche, which runs from noon to 5:00 pm. Entry is free. The driver or rider will receive a pass good for one beverage or sandwich if they arrive before 2pm.
A German gift tent will be open offering a number of imported items from Germany for sale.
Other activities will include: nagelspielen (German nail game), soccer, 50/50 raffle, and a shooting tent. Air gun shooters have the opportunity to earn prizes. A Kinder Park is available for the kids.
German food available including full dinners. Food to be served that day will include (tentative): smoked pork chops, bratwurst, Heidelburgers, hot dogs, sauerkraut, German potato salad, and cake. Bavarian pretzels will be available with a side of Obatzda (a German cheese spread). Main food line will end around 6 pm. Sandwich and pretzel booth open longer.
German and domestic beer are available, along with soft drinks and a cash bar. No outside coolers are permitted.
Only service animals are allowed.
There is no ATM on site.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Hickory Grove Park, 12403 N Hickory Grove Rd, Dunlap, IL 61525-9411, United States,Mossville, Illinois