Willkommen!
Welcome to the online home of the San Diego German American Society! We celebrate German culture and its many colorful traditions through a variety of activities, year-round. Seasonal events are open to people of all ages, interests and abilities and include occasions like Maifest, Oktoberfest, Karneval and a Christmas Market!
We also host a German Theater Group, KinderTanzGruppe (children’s dance group), BoogieTanz Kabaratt (all-ages dance group), Damenkreis (ladies circle), Skat Club afternoons (German card game), a Sunday work team and volunteer opportunities, German language classes and so much more – offering a home away from home to our many members, friends and the community at large. Watch a football (American soccer) game on the big screen, kick off your heels at a News Year’s Party or Anniversary Gala, or meet the Schützen (competitive shooting) crew on Friday evenings.
Come as a member or a guest – there’s truly something for everyone at our Club, and we hope to share some Gemütlichkeit friendships with you.
Upcoming Events
KARNEVAL OPENING NIGHT: 11/16
Get ready for what’s sure to be a fun evening: The opening celebration for Karneval season, taking place Saturday, Nov. 16! Because we’re on the cusp of our 60th anniversary, our 2024 theme is Diamond Jubilee, with plenty of sparkle and the perfect occasion to pull out your fancy attire. The evening will be presided over by our Prinzenpaar and royal court, with performances by the Prinzengarde and Kindertanzgruppe, and later DJ Craig.
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TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS MARKET: 12/7 & 12/8
Back by popular demand, the German American Societies of San Diego will be hosting another Traditional Christmas Market in the Outdoor Biergarten on two days: Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday Dec. 8, 2024.
Bundle up in [San Diego] winter attire to shop for homemade goods and holiday gifts, listen to live music, watch performances from both adult and youth choral and dance groups, eat traditional dishes like Curry Wurst and European pastries, and sip on cool seasonal brews or warm Glühwein… this festive occasion is sure to warm your heart and belly while kicking off the merriest of seasons!
Please check back for updates.
OKTOBERFEST IS OVER – RAFFLE WINNER ANNOUNCED!
Congratulations to Derek Vance, winner of our annual Oktoberfest raffle who’ll be receiving round-trip airfare for two to Germany! We used the ‘sticky baby’ method to draw the ticket, where a very special baby is held near the raffle wheel with a goal of seeing what ticket first sticks to their hands or feet. This is always our last drawing, on the second Sunday of Oktoberfest, and everyone who buys a ticket over both weekends has a chance to win… Luck was certainly on Mr. Vance’s side!
Now it’s time for cleanup but we hope everyone had as much fun as we did, and we look forward to welcoming you back in 2025.