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 Home Event: 1/18/25
Join us Saturday, Jan. 18 as we wrap up our ‘Fifth Season’ with a very special celebration recognizing 60 years of Karneval – a cornerstone social occasion of the German American Societies in San Diego. With royalty and Elferrat at the helm, your 2024-25 Karneval Committee and Members have planned a fantastic event with performances by the San Diego Prinzengarde, the Anaheim KarnevalsGesellschaft, and a post-show dance party led by DJ Craig.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner will be served from 6 to 7 p.m., and guests will enjoy music before and after the official performance at 8:11 p.m. The bar will be open all night.
TICKETS: Entrance is $15 in advance or $20 at the door (Karneval members get a $5 discount with their member number, as long as the tickets are purchased in advance. Meal tickets may be purchased for an additional $23 per plate. Note: All meal tickets must be purchased by Jan. 17.
DRESS CODE: Wear your favorite era! We’ve been around for six decades – what fashion trends resonated with you most? Prizes will be awarded to those with the best costumes.