Cleveland Oktoberfest

The annual Cleveland Oktoberfest kicks off today at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. The fest features more than 15 different types of Oktoberfest-style beers, German and European restaurants, tribute bands, vendors and local artisans, wiener dog races, fireworks, a Miss Oktoberfest contest, a Bavarian Shopping Village, the Great Lakes 5K Bier Run, the Best Oktoberfest Microbrew Competition, a classic car show  and reportedly the largest glockenspiel in the entire country. More than 100,000 people are expected to attend the event. Festivities continue through Monday, and the festival will also take place on Sept. 6 and 7. Consult the website for a schedule and hours of operation.