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Attend the 45th annual Harvard Square Oktoberfest

This Bavarian-inspired celebration is a long-standing Cambridge tradition.

A band member of the Honk Fest Parade greets young spectators as they make their way towards Harvard Square.
A band member of the Honk Fest Parade greets young spectators as they make their way towards Harvard Square. Pat Greenhouse / Globe Staff

By Sanjana Mishra

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Harvard Square Oktoberfest is a long-standing tradition, with over 100,000 annual attendees. Planned and executed by The Harvard Square Business Association, which hosts multiple events throughout the year, Oktoberfest is one of their largest and most popular celebrations. This year’s Bavarian festivities will fall on Sunday, Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and will include several family-friendly activities.

Harvard Square’s 45th annual Oktoberfest will feature:

  • Live music
  • Dancing
  • Street performers
  • Music parade
  • Sidewalk sales
  • Arts and craft vendors
  • Vintage goods
  • Free goodies
  • Globally-inspired food
  • Beer gardens

For more information, attendees can visit their website.

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