Events
The German American Club hosts a range of social events throughout the year. To learn about upcoming events, become a Club member or sign up for our mailing list today.
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2024
Weihnachtsfeier (German Christmas Party)
Join us for our traditional Christmas Party (Weihnachtsfeier) on Saturday, December 7. Enjoy traditional German holiday music (including a performance by our German children’s choir), food, drink, and Gemuetlichkeit. The Club will provide a variety of holiday-themed activities for children of all ages.
When: Saturday, December 7, 2-4 PM
Where: Church hall, Emanuel Lutheran Church, 3721 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (enter building from the parking lot around the back of the church; see Google Maps for exact location)
Cost:
- $25 non-member (adult)
- $20 Club member (adult)
- $20 Parent of child enrolled in German School Santa Barbara (adult)
- $10 student
- $5 child
- Free admission for each person who brings 50 homemade Christmas cookies and the cookies’ recipe
Registration: Advanced registration by Dec. 2 is requested
Volunteers wanted: If you’re interested in helping us decorate and set up from 10 AM to 12 PM on Dec. 7 in the church hall, please email info@germanclubsb.org.
UPDATE: FREE ADMISSION AND LOCATION CHANGE
Oktoberfest at Draughtsmen Aleworks in Goleta on Oct. 19
Experience the lively atmosphere of Oktoberfest right here on the South Coast! Grab your friends and family, put on your lederhosen or dirndl, and get ready to raise a stein in cheers for a good cause.
Join the German-American Club at Draughtsmen Aleworks in Goleta for a fun-filled celebration of all things German! Enjoy an afternoon filled with live music by Bottom Line Brass Band, delicious German food made by GermanYumTruck food truck, games, a “Tracht” (traditional German garments) contest, and of course, craft beers expertly brewed by the brewery, including their new Helles Lager. Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for everyone.
Food, beverages and raffle tickets are available for purchase.
A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to the German-American Club, supporting the Club’s mission to promote German heritage, culture, and language, and fostering cross-cultural friendships and understanding in the Santa Barbara area.
Event Details (UPDATED)
When: Saturday, October 19, 1-5 PM
Where: Draughtsmen Aleworks Goleta (53 Santa Felicia Dr, Goleta, CA 93117)
Admission: Free (donations welcome)
Sommerfest
Join us on June 9th for our 2024 Sommerfest. Enjoy food, drinks, a German live Brass Band, activities for kids, german Gemütlichkeit and more.
Event Details
When: Sunday, June 9th, 2-5 PM
Where: Oak Park, Santa Barbara, CA
Admission:
Registration: Please register online by Friday, June 1.
How you can help: If you’re interested in helping us with the event set up and clean, please email info@germanclubsb.org.
*Not a Member yet? Become one a trial basis for only $35. A trial membership allows entrance to this event.
Easter Picnic
Join us on March 24 for our 2024 Easter Picnic. Enjoy food, drinks, German music, an Easter egg hunt, activities for kids, and more.
Event Details
When: Sunday, March 24, 2-4 PM
Where: La Mesa Park picnic area, 295 Lighthouse Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Admission: $10 members, $15 non-members, $5 children
Registration: Please register online by Sunday, March 17.
How you can help: If you’re interested in helping us with the event set up and clean, please email info@germanclubsb.org.
2023
Weihnachtsfeier (German Christmas Party)
The Club hosted its traditional German Christmas Party (Weihnachtsfeier) on December 2. Guests enjoyed traditional German holiday music (including a performance by our German children’s choir), sweet and savory German food, drink, and Gemuetlichkeit.
Oktoberfest
On October 8, the Club hosted its traditional Oktoberfest celebration in Oak Park. Attendees of all ages – many of whom wearing Lederhosen, Dirndl, and other traditional German clothing – enjoyed German beer on tap, American wine, freshly grilled bratwurst, many other German dishes, and traditional German music.
Biergarten Picnic
On August 5, the Club hosted a Biergarten Picnic in Shoreline Park. Guests enjoyed a wide variety of German food as well as German beer, German music and Gemuetlichkeit.
Easter Picnic
On April 2, the Club hosted a family friendly Easter picnic in Tuckers Grove Park. Guests enjoyed “Kaffee & Kuchen”, music, games, and Easter-themed activities for kids, including egg dyeing.
Faschingsparty (German Mardi Gras party)
On February 11, the Club hosted a “Faschingsparty” (German Mardi Gras party), including German music, a hearty catered German dinner, drinks, and entertainment for adults and children. The best individual and couples costumes were awarded a prize.
2022
Weihnachtsfeier (German Christmas Party)
The Club hosted a traditional German Weihnachtsfeier (Christmas party) in December. The event featured traditional German food, Gluehwein, live music, entertainment for children, and a musical performance by a German children and youth choir.
General Meeting
The Club held a general meeting for all members in October and elected a new board of directors.