Germanfest Brings Community Together | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

Germanfest Picnic wrapped up in Dayton, Ohio, drawing thousands for three days of schnitzel, polka, and pride — a beloved tradition since 1983 that turns community into family. Longtime volunteer Jeanette Watts drove four hours from Illinois just to taste the best schnitzel she’s ever had — and reconnect with friends who feel like home. She says living elsewhere made her cherish Dayton’s vibrant cultural scene even more. Don’t miss the next German celebrations: Vandalia Sister Cities Oktoberfest (Sept 11-12) with stein-holding contests, and the Dayton Art Institute Oktoberfest (Sept 25-27), a…