German American Club’s first Biergartenfest of 2026 this weekend
The most popular place in the Cape to enjoy authentic German food and drink is welcoming patrons for the first time in 2026.
The German American Club of Cape Coral will host its first Biergartenfest of the new year this weekend, with two days of delicious eats and refreshing drinks.
This Saturday and Sunday, the Bavarian Gardens will again transform into a place where local live music will play and German hospitality will bring plenty of “Gemütlichkeit.”
“We are very excited to open the Garten for the first time this year,” said GASC spokesperson Holly Jo King. “We are looking forward to continuing an exciting year after our very successful 40th Oktoberfest.”
Dubbed “This is How We Do Winter,” guests can enjoy dishes such as crispy schnitzel, savory German sausages, golden potato pancakes, tangy sauerkraut, and authentic German potato salad. For dessert, a variety of cakes will be available to satisfy any sweet tooth.
There will be German and domestic beer on tap, as well as wine and ready-to-drink cocktails.
“For our springtime fests, guests can expect live music and authentic eats and drinks in our 12-acre, open-air Biergarten, with plenty of seating,” King said. “A stroll around the Garten path and you’ll find vendors and the GALS selling upcycled German wares.”
The festival features an exciting lineup of local live musical acts to keep the energy high all weekend long, including:
Saturday, Feb. 21
• Pipe Dream Duo 1 – 4 p.m.
• No Wrong Turn 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 22
• Kerri Moore 1 – 4 p.m.
• Deb & the Dynamics 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
“This is a great afternoon to spend out in the beautiful southwest Florida weather,” King said. “This is how we do winter here at the GASC. Shady trees and table seating allow for a perfect gathering of friends and family. German food is prepared by German American Social Club’s finest. And for this fest, your favorite local bands take the Garten stage so you can dance.”
Admission is $5 for non-members. Parking is free. Gates open at noon each day.
The GASC is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting German heritage and culture through social events, festivals, and community outreach.
GASC at 2101 S.W. Pine Island Road.
Visit www.gasc-capecoral.com for more information.
To reach CJ HADDAD, please email cjhaddad@breezenewspapers.com