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Kimberley celebrating Oktoberfest
Kimberley is going to come alive with celebration this weekend as 1st Saturdays throws oomph into oom pah pah with Oktoberfest Oct. 5.
A full schedule of events is planned in the city, beginning with the Kimberley Kids’ Parade.
We are inviting kids to join us for a great parade around the downtown starting at 11:30 a.m. All kids will have a chance to carry a sign that celebrates Kimberley’s new brand ‘Kimberley is a Good Place to Be…’ adding what they like doing in Kimberley. We will meet at 11 a.m. at Centre 64 and the parade will begin at 11:30 a.m. Kids can pick-up sign supplies ahead of parade at Centre 64. We will also have kazoos for all kids and be lead by Happy Hans. Check the Kimberley Arts Council website for how to participate, reports ‘Kimberley’s 1st Saturdays.
Happening in the Platzl –noon-3:30 p.m.
Pretzels, dancing, accordions, bratwurst, beer and Happy Hans
Buskers/Street Performer – Come check out and support the great and varied talents of Kimberley area musicians and street performers. A number of stages will be set up around the Platzl.
Art Market – Local artists and artisans will be around the Platzl displaying and selling their products. Live music and dancing – A line-up of different local entertainers.
There is also:
Free children’s entertainment and activities;
Kid’s Zone/crafts Face painting at the Dollar Store Story Telling at the Kimberley Public Library;
Oktoberfest Scavenger Hunt – It’s a twist on our passport contest. Come pick one up at the information desk and learn how you can win;
Bavarian Costume Contest – Get out the lederhosen and dirndls or anything with a Bavarian theme to be entered to win great prizes;
Great local specials – Visit our information desk for a list of all the amazing specials that businesses will have on to thank the community for their ongoing support.
Old Tyme Photo Booth – This popular attraction is back to transport you and your friends into another time and capture it all on film, and they will have Bavarian costumes.
Kimberley Heritage Museum – Celebrating 40 years of Kimberley’s Bavarian Brand – 1-4 p.m., upstairs from the library in the Platzl.
Life size chess outside the library – give it a try and don’t forget about the Ping Pong Table in the Platzl.
Other events around town
Fall Harvest Round-up – Centennial Centre 12-4 p.m. Traditional fall fair with baking, entertainment, chili lunch and much more.
Art Exhibit – opening reception 2-4 p.m. at Centre 64. Creative Acrylics – Two Themes by local artists Steen Jorgenson and Yoki. Admission is free but donations are welcome. Fabric Arts Workshop – Centre 64 – Creating a Landscape, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact Centre 64 to register.
Heritage High Tea at Chateau Kimberley. Come enjoy a traditional high tea at the Chateau Kimberley from noon-3 p.m. – just $10, including live entertainment. Reservations are required for large groups. 250- 427-2706.
Marysville Artisans – Open 12-5 p.m. An amazing selection of work from local artists and artisans. There will be a feature art demonstration of glass mosaics on wood between 2-4 p.m. Drop-in to see what’s happening.
Hiking in the Nature Park – Friendly Fungi Frenzy. Meet at Matthew Creek turnoff at 9 a.m. Please bring water, snacks and lunch. For more information, check out the website: http://www.kimberleynaturepark.ca/
Evening activities
Rocktoberfest - 7-10 p.m. Outside in the Platzl . The Oktoberfest party continues into the evening with 5 local beer gardens outside to celebrate Rocktoberfest featuring local rock band favourite – Sketch. Note that the entertainment will be outside rocking the Platzl, so make sure to dress appropriately, though there will be an inside venue in case of rain.
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