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Hallo EdgewaterRogersPark,

Oktoberfest season is here and we're ready to raise a Stein at the DANK Haus!

Announcements & Reminders

We are seeking applications for Executive Director. Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to jobs@dankhaus.com
German Scientists & Inventors Exhibit open through October 24th

DER SCHEINWERFER

Events, offerings, and classes we want to spotlight

DANK Haus Oktoberfest
September 19th | 6:30-11:30 PM

Join us on Saturday, September 19, from 6:30–11:30 PM in our historic Marunde Ballroom for an evening of authentic German food, imported beer, live music, traditional games, and warm hospitality. As Chicago's premier German American cultural center, we're proud to offer an Oktoberfest experience rooted in tradition.

What are you most looking forward to at the DANK Haus Oktoberfest?

🍺 Stein-Holding Competition

🎶 The Yodeling Contest

👗🩳 Dressing up in your Trachten

🥨 The food and drinks

Upgrade Your Experience: This year we are offering the opportunity to upgrade your experience by purchasing a table package! Get the royal treatment when you choose from a Prinzentisch or Königstisch!

Thank you to Assured Partners for generously sponsoring this event!

RSVP or Reserve Your Table Today!

KOMMENDE VERANSTALTUNGEN

Upcoming Events

Blood Drive

Sept. 19, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

DANK Haus Oktoberfest

Sept. 19, 6:30-11:30 PM

Neighborhood Nights

Sept. 24, 7-11 PM

Bridging Cultures Skillfully: Germany and the US

Saturdays, October 17-November 7

Hell Hath No Fury: The Epic Saga of the Dark Age Queens Brunhild und Fredegund (ONLINE)

Oct. 21, 7-9 PM

Hell Hath No Fury: The Epic Saga of the Dark Age Queens Brunhild und Fredegund (IN-PERSON)

Oct. 22, 7-9 PM

SAVE THE DATE
Weihnachtsmarkt

Dec. 12 & 13, 11 AM - 5 PM

Blood Drive

Saturday, Sept. 19

9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

All donors who give at this Saturday’s blood drive at Dank Haus and log their donation for Northwestern in the Abbott & Big Ten We Give Blood Drive campaign will receive a Culver’s coupon as well as a free Northwestern blood drive-themed t-shirt!

Learn More | Plan Your Donation

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Check out all of our upcoming events.

Upcoming Events

MACHEN SIE MIT

Ways to Get Involved & Support the Haus

Unlock special discounts and benefits by becoming a Friend of DANK Haus Member
Support the DANK Haus with a donation. Donors who give $84+ per month or $1,000+ in one calendar year will become members of our Skyline Circle!
Roll up your sleeves and volunteer at an upcoming event!

Volunteers are needed for these upcoming events:

DANK Haus Oktoberfest | September 19
Apple Fest | October 2-4
Open House Chicago | October 17-18
Weihnachtsmarkt | December 12-13

FEIERN IM DANK HAUS

DANK Haus Weihnachtsmarkt

Celebrate the holiday season at the DANK Haus Weihnachtsmarkt on Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13 from 11:00 AM–5:00 PM. Join us for a festive German-inspired holiday market featuring local vendors, handcrafted gifts, delicious German foods, and seasonal traditions.

Now Accepting Vendors!

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Celebrate the Holidays at the Haus

The holidays will be here before we know it. Do you know where you'll be hosting this year? Whether it's a party for your family or your company, the DANK Haus has what you need!

Special holiday pricing is available for events from Sunday through Thursday, November 29, 2026 through January 7, 2027!

Learn More

VON DER SCHULE

Bridging Culture Skillfully: Germany & The United States

Ready to take your cultural knowledge to the next level? DANK Haus is proud to partner with The Culturosity Co. for an intensive, interactive four-week class that dives deep into German and American culture while drawing insights from cultures around the world.

Learn More & Sign Up

GEMEINSCHAFTSECKE

Lincoln Square Apple Fest
Oct. 2-4

Celebrate the sights, sounds and flavors of autumn at the 39th Annual Apple Fest in the heart of Lincoln Square! Join the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce for three days of fall fun on Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 4, 2026.

Volunteer with the DANK Haus!

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Hamburg Committee of Chicago Sister Cities hosting 20 marathon runners from Hamburg

The Hamburg Committee of Chicago Sister Cities International invites DANK friends to join its German Cheer section along the Chicago Marathon course on October 11! Cheer on 55,000 runners, including 20 runners visiting from Hamburg and German elite runner Hendrik Pfeiffer, and help give all the German runners a warm “Willkommen!” The exact location of the cheer station will be announced in the next newsletter.