Deutsche Tage (German Days)

Event hours
Saturday, June 14 | 11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday, June 15 | 11 AM to 5 PM

One of St. Paul’s longest-running ethnic festivals, the family-friendly event takes place on the grounds of the Germanic-American Institute. The event features authentic German and European food fare, Paulaner beer, music and traditional dance and fun for the whole family. Proceeds from the event help the Germanic-American Institute raise the necessary funds to support it’s cultural and language education programming all year long.

Performers
Bavarian Musikmeisters
River’s Ballet
Minnesänger
Narren w/ Jimi the Polka Pirate
B+ Brass Band
Alphorns
The Squeezettes
Tim O’Keefe and Hristo Alexiev

DT Entertainment Schedule

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Driving to Deutsche Tage and parking details

Free parking is available on the streets surrounding the GAI, as well as in LOT C at Saint Paul College. Handicap parking spots are reserved in front of the GAI Haus.

Parking Updates

Note: The No Kings – Twin Cities rally is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM CT, with the gathering beginning at 11:00 AM at St. Paul College. Participants will then march to the Minnesota State Capitol for the main rally. 

For parking at St. Paul College, the GAI has reserved Lot C, located off Marshall Avenue. Please note that parking may be limited during the rally hours, so it’s advisable to plan accordingly. Additionally, street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhoods around the GAI; however, be sure to observe all local parking restrictions to avoid fines.

Please consider carpooling or using public transit to ensure a smooth experience.

Road closures

10 p.m. Fri, June 13 through 5 a.m. Mon, June 16. I-94 is closed in both directions between I-35W and Huron Blvd.

• • See Traffic Impacts: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94minneapolis/
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