Oktoberfest at Grand Central Market

This year, Downtown's Grand Central Market is throwing its very first Oktoberfest, complete with live entertainment, traditional contests and German-style brews from Paulaner, Hofbrau and Golden Road Brewing. For two weekends in September, buy a $15 ticket to gain entry to the event or upgrade with the $25 special entry ticket, which includes a souvenir boot plus your first beer. Vendors will also be offering Oktoberfest food specials. Come dressed in dirndl or lederhosen for a chance to win GCM's costume contest.