The M.C. - There is no FEST without a Master of Ceremony, or just M.C.. Hans Stienen, a long-time member of the Deutscher Sportclub, has been very active in the Richmond Oktoberfest celebrations for many years. His dedicated service and and the service of many others have greatly contributed to the success of the Richmond Oktoberfest decades.
ACCA Shrine Sauerkraut Band- This renowned local band will play for you typical Bavarian and American dance music.
European Wind Ensemble Band - This renowned local band will also play for you typical Bavarian and American dance music.
Grand March- The Grand March features men and women in colorful authentic German costumes, the singing of the National Anthems by the Gesangverein Männerchor, the introduction of honored guests, and most important, the crowning of the Oktoberfest Queen.
Gesangverein Virginia- The Männer Chor will be singing the National Anthems of the United States and Germany.
Die Lustigen Almdudler -Hailing from Rochester, New York, Die Lustigen Almdudler is celebrating 20 years of bringing hand-clapping, toe-tapping music to young and old alike. Specializing in German/Austrian music, this 4-piece group plays a wide selection of both traditional and modern songs. The band also features a schuhplattling show, as well as various skits and cowbell ringing. Die Lustigen Almdudler features band leader Teresa Mayer on clarinet, guitar, accordion, keyboard and vocals, Andy Mayer on drums, guitar, cowbells and vocals, Erik Mayer on accordion and buttonbox and Lars Meyris on trumpet, guitar, bass guitar and vocals. Check out die Lustigen Almdudler’s website at: http://www.rochestergerman.com/almdudler/ for more on this popular group as well as the current year’s schedule.
