Oktoberfest Coming To North Carolina Via NoDa Brewing Company
It’s not quite fall, but it was in the 70s when I left for work this morning (though a firey 90+ currently) and college football returns in one week. So we are getting close! Another sign crisp fall weather is right around the corner? The return of Oktoberfest in North Carolina at NoDa Brewing Company. The celebration returns on September 1st. Attendees can enjoy German beer, a stein-holding competition, hearty fare, and more. .
Sip on NoDa’s Oktoberfest Märzen, an über-rich lager fermented with genuine German Bock yeast and brimming with traditional German malts and hops. Plus you won’t want to miss the debut of Fest Fuel Festbier, the brewery’s nod to the brews that flow in the heart of modern German Oktoberfests.
The winner of the stein-holding competition will take home a prize pack valued at $300. What’s Oktoberfest without food? There will be traditional German fare including bratwurst, sauerkraut, and more from Carlos Dogs. Bring your dog in their best costume to enter them in NoDa Brewing’s pet costume contest. Besides bragging rights, the winning pooch will get a special treat as well. Additionally, there will be live music all day, and take home a souvenir with limited edition Oktoberfest ceramic steins.
The event will take place on Friday, September 1st from 3-10 pm at NoDa Brewing Company’s North End Taproom- 150 W 32nd St, Charlotte. For more information about Oktoberfest in North Carolina at NoDa Brewing, visit nodabrewing.com/event-details/oktoberfest-lager-release.
These Towns Are The Best To See Fall Leaves In (And Near) North Carolina
It may still be in the 90s but fall is closer than you think! College football returns in just one short week (I CANNOT WAIT), tickets to county and state fairs are on sale now, and we know Starbucks’ fall drink lineup. I can (almost feel the chill in the air). I mean I did wear a jacket this morning, mainly because it made my outfit and it was in the 70s for at least my drive in to work. It’s something, and I’m holding on to it. So while it may not feel like fall, it’s time to start planning for fall. Thanks to the aforementioned college football most of my weekends and booked up. But I am looking to plan a fall trip. This is why I was intrigued by Country Living’s list of the best places to see fall foliage. And two of the best places to see those gorgeous, red, orange, and yellow fall leaves- are right here in North Carolina.
Best Fall Leaves In North Carolina
The list contained 55 towns, many situated in New England, where the colors are breathtaking. I frequently visit Asheville during “leaf season” and it’s always packed with visitors. While I’m surprised it didn’t make the list, a neighboring town did. You’ll find the two places with the best fall leaves in North Carolina below. You will also find four other spots that are an easy driving distance from NC. All six of these towns are located in the mountains of their respective states. And the mountains are one of the best places to truly immerse yourself in the beauty of fall.
So browse this list, and start making plans. Soon enough you’ll be drinking a pumpkin spice latte, looking at the leaves fall out the window, with College GameDay on in the background. Take me there now! You can read the full Country Living list here.
Melanie Day is a graduate of North Carolina State University. She has worked for Beasley since 2012 in a variety of behind-the-scenes roles in both digital and promotions. Melanie writes about a diverse range of topics some of her favorites include travel, restaurants, Taylor Swift, and college athletics. When not at work you'll find her at a country concert or NC State sporting event.
