Annual Fort Bliss Oktoberfest kicks off Friday
EL PASO, Texas -- An annual tradition on post is back. Fort Bliss Oktoberfest will take place September 16 through the 18 at Biggs Park.
The Fort Bliss Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation will host the event carrying the tradition once held by German soldiers staying on post.
People can expect all music, authentic German food, and of course cold German beer.
The event is for people 18 and older Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to midnight.
Tickets are $30 per person and include a 1 liter commemorative glass stein.
Sunday the even is free and open for the whole family from 12 p.m. to 5 pm.
Non-Department Of Defense Identification cardholders must get a Recreational Pass at Buffalo Soldier Pass Office ahead of the event. Organizers ask you get you pass early to avoid long lines.
To learn more include how you can get tickets, click here.