Zoar Maifest

Beers, Brats, and Bands! Celebrate the coming of spring with a traditional German festival!

About Maifest

Join us on Friday, May 10th from 5:30pm-10pm and Saturday, May 11th from 10am-5pm to enjoy:

  • German food and drink – including Cleveland Kraut, and Brats and German Potato Salad from Canal Tavern of Zoar
  • Craft beers
  • German music
  • Games and make-and-take art projects for kids
  • German Car Show*
  • Guest Speakers
  • Plein Air painting
  • Beer stein exhibit, appraisals and sales
  • And of course, a Maypole!


*German Car Show from 10:30am to 2pm on Saturday in the lot across from the Zoar United Church of Christ. Car owners should register there starting at 10:00 am. Registration is $10.

Maifest is free to attend and includes all activities. Activities are subject to change based on safety regulations and protocols.
Guided tours of Zoar Village are available during Maifest for the discounted price of $5 per adult. Children 11 and under free. 

Zoar Maifest FAQs

Maifest is free to attend and includes all activities. 
Guided tours of Zoar Village are available during Maifest for the discounted price of $5 per adult. Children 11 and under free. 

You can register the day of or you may pre-register by calling 330-874-3011 or emailing [email protected]

Registration costs $10.

There are a variety of local craft beers from area breweries.
Please see the calendar of events for a detailed schedule.

Zoar Maifest Photo Gallery

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