One Ticket, One Great Cause

Join us for Gorton Center’s annual Oktoberfest fundraiser. No auctions. No paddle raises. No extra asks. Just a fantastic evening of food, drink, music and community – all supporting Gorton’s mission. 

Enjoy authentic German fare from Belvedere Events & Banquets, festive beverages and lively German polka music from Die Musikmeisters and Gorton’s annual lively community celebration. Oktoberfest attire is encouraged!

– $150 ticket includes food (view menu), drink and entertainment (ticket price increases to $175 on October 1)

– Limited amount of parking passes available for purchase with ticket

Funds raised through ticket sales and sponsorships will benefit Gorton Center. 

Hammerschlagen – new this year!
Want to put your hammering skills to the test? Grab a beer and come give Hammerschlagen a try! Similar to the American game Stump, players use a hammer to drive nails into a stump with the objective to drive the nail in completely before anyone else does. Learn more about it here!

Sponsorships are available! Contact Ann Kiesling for details

This is your chance to get your name in front of community members who will be celebrating with us!

But, a sponsorship is more than just visibility! Your support directly funds our mission to be the hub for arts, entertainment and learning in the heart of our community.

Oktoberfest Planning Committee

Kristen Lee
Gillian Goodfriend
Trish Sheridan
Kim Walters

Please note: This is an adults-only event – you must be 21+ to attend

By purchasing a ticket and attending Oktoberfest, you acknowledge and accept the risks associated with participation in Gorton Center programs and release Gorton, the City of Lake Forest, and related parties from all claims.