La Mesa Oktoberfest returns for 53rd year with beer, dachshunds, music and an economic boost for the city
La Mesa's annual Oktoberfest returns for its 53rd year, featuring beer, dachshund races, and live music. The multi-day event is expected to provide an economic boost to the city.
From Friday, Oct. 2 to Sunday, Oct. Oompah music will serenade beer-stein holders as they watch dachshunds race in between bites of schnitzel at La Mesa's annual Oktoberfest celebration.
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