BARNESVILLE – The celebration of Polka Joe Manjack’s 50th anniversary on the radio airwaves hit a snag, when one of the bands scheduled to play had their bus break down. But Manjack’s loyal fans would ...

From Spain to Japan, a snapshot of New Year traditions followed around the world. Together, they reveal how communities ...

Jim Duncan, a retired city planner, has written more than 600 short histories of Austin businesses. We introduced him and this series, "Jim Duncan's Austin," on July 6. This week, we adapt four of his ...

The Vienna Philharmonic’s much loved annual New Year’s Day concert returns once again to the Golden Hall of the Musikverein.

BELTON, Texas — Get ready to dance because a two-day polka celebration is happening in Belton, promising family fun, live music and cultural food. The City of Belton is hosting its inaugural Polka on ...

STEUBENVILLE — First Fridays on Fourth will finish out the 2025 street festival season Friday with what organizers hope will be a celebration to remember. This month’s theme is Oktoberfest, Marc ...

The first Oktoberfest was held in 1810 in Munich, Germany, to celebrate the wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese. But a good party is a good party so it was decided the event would be ...

HANKINSON, N.D. — It’s time to get your German on. setup is already starting in the southern valley for the 23rd annual Oktoberfest celebration in Hankinson, North Dakota. Every year, it attracts ...

This Memorial Day weekend, Ennis plays host to the 44th Annual National Polka Festival celebrating the city’s Czech heritage through traditional polka music, elaborate brightly-colored costumes, folk ...

Two words: polka festival. Either you’re already rollin’ your eyes, or you’re hearing the music and envisioning a kolache in one hand and a Pilsner Urquell in the other. This Memorial Day weekend ...

OROVILLE, Calif. — Feather Falls Casino is set to host an Oktoberfest celebration from October 2-5, offering a lively taste of Bavarian culture. According to Feather Falls Casino, guests 21 and over ...

Colorado doesn’t really need a reason to drink beer, but give us one and we’ll throw a festival around it. A new IPA release? Call the band! A sunny Saturday in January? Set up the tents! So it makes ...