2008 Oktoberfest
August 29 - September 6

Successfully held in German Park for 33 years, this year's 2008 Oktoberfest moves to the Indiana State Fairgrounds beginning this year.  The move from the far south side of Indianapolis to the more central location at 38th Street and Fall Creek Parkway makes it more convenient for residents north of Marion County to attend the festivities.

Did you know that you can

• Enjoy Great German food such as...
   
  • Bratwurst
  • Knachwurst
  • Sauerkraut
  • Frikadellen

   

• Enjoy German and domestic beers at the German Bier and Wein Garten
   
• Enjoy live music and dancing
   

• Enjoy carnival rides and games

RIDE THE OKTOBERFEST TRAIN!

Oktoberfest Train will make four round-trips to the Fairgrounds on each of the five evenings of Oktoberfest.  It will depart from Fishers Station located on 116th Street, about a half-mile west of exit 5 of Interstate 69. Free parking is available at Fishers Station but it is suggested that travelers should arrive about 30 minutes before their intended departure time to find a parking spot and purchase train tickets. Trains will depart on time!!

The train delivers passengers to 39th Street and Millersville Road. A short walk takes passengers across the historic 39th Street bridge over Fall Creek to a traffic-controlled crossing of Fall Creek Parkway.  Passengers are then at Gate 6 of the Fairgrounds.  Once through the gate, Fairgrounds shuttles will transport the train riders to the west side of the Fairgrounds where the revelry will take place in and around the Agriculture/Horticulture building.

Travelers can pick from the many departure and return times in planning how long they would like to enjoy Oktoberfest.

The train is a great way to get to Oktoberfest but those that just want a train ride may also come along.

The ITM on-board staff will make every effort to accommodate passengers in boarding the train and stowing strollers.