The sounds of heritage.
German-style music and cultural performances have been part of past festivals. See the official schedule for the upcoming lineup.
115 SCHILLER · GUTTENBERG · ANNUAL TRADITIONS
Old-world spirit.
River-town soul.
Discover GermanFest, a celebration of Guttenberg’s German roots, local traditions and life along the Mississippi.
Next city-listed GermanFest · September 24–25, 2027
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OUR LITTLE RIVER TOWN · A GERMAN HERITAGE CELEBRATION
A tradition worth making a trip for.
Guttenberg celebrates the German settlers and traditions that helped shape the town. GermanFest brings community members and visitors together for music, food and a lively autumn weekend near the Mississippi.
At the September 2026 festival, local reporting described brass-band music, dance performances, traditional food and a homebrew contest. These are examples of previous festivities, not a confirmed schedule for 2027.
Explore the area's heritage & public lands ↗A LOOK AT THE TRADITIONS
Music, flavor, and friendly faces.
A taste of Guttenberg.
Past celebrations have featured bratwurst, sauerkraut, German potato salad and community food activities. Specific vendors vary by year.
Make a weekend of it.
Walk downtown, enjoy riverfront scenery, visit local businesses and use our guide to explore the Driftless Region.
Descriptions refer to prior celebrations and area experiences; 2027 activities are not yet an announced program. 2026 festival coverage ↗
BETWEEN THE FESTIVITIES
Let the river set the pace.
Step away for riverfront walks, browse historic downtown storefronts or find a nearby meal. The local guide connects you to independent establishments, the Upper Mississippi refuge and day trips on both sides of the river.
PLAN FOR A RELAXED WEEKEND
Discover the area, explore dates, select your apartment, review verified rates and terms, and coordinate arrival information through your confirmed booking channel.
Explore the arrival & house guide ↗The booking preview does not hold inventory or confirm a reservation.
YOUR HOME BASE · 115 SCHILLER STREET
Stay close to the celebration.
Choose a separate furnished apartment or explore the combined property. All capacities and sleeping arrangements must be confirmed for your reservation.
Hayden's HideoutEast apartment · Historic character · Private kitchenUP TO 4 GUESTS ↗The Good LifeWest apartment · Work-ready space · Private kitchenUP TO 4 GUESTS ↗The Entire PlaceTwo independent apartments · Coordinated combined stayUP TO 12 GUESTS · SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION ↗
Explore dates for September 24–26 ↗Two independently accessed apartments; do not assume a 12-person booking or additional sleeping rooms are confirmed without direct verification.
MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT
Arrive for the tradition.
Stay for the town.
Explore the apartments, check festival-weekend dates, then review availability and final terms through the appropriate booking channel.
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