CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Christ Lutheran Church in Clarksville (2425 Kirkwood Rd.) will host its inaugural Oktoberfest this year.

The festival starts on Friday, September 21, and will last from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m., before it continues Saturday, September 22, lasting from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m.

To help make this festival possible, Christ Lutheran Church is teaming up with Tennessee Valley Brewing Company.  German cuisine, such as bratwurst, schnitzel, German potato salad, and sauerkraut, along with pretzels, spiced nuts, and homemade baked goods, will be available.  Alex Shor, an accordion player from Nashville, will begin the entertainment on Friday at 6 p.m.  The Cumberland Winds and The OomPahsters will headline the performances on Saturday.  There will be games and food for the younger attendees.

Beer mugs, t-shirts, and commemorative bottled beer will be available to purchase, and vendors there will offer German-themed knick-knacks such as nutcrackers and Hummel figurines, for those interested in souvenirs.

Admission is $5 per person, and free for those 16 and under.  Parking is free.  For more information, contact Christ Lutheran Church through its website, or call at (931) 358-0888.