Plant Riverside District’s Savannah Wiener Dog Races

Photography By Nelson Laporte

Plant Riverside District hosted the 2023 Savannah Wiener Dog Races on Saturday, Oct. 7 at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, located at 400 W. River St., as part of the popular annual Oktoberfest festivities.

Race heats were open to Dachshunds as well as “Almost Wiener Dogs,” with proceeds benefiting Savannah’s Waterfront. The 2023 Savannah Wiener Dog Races were organized in conjunction with Savannah’s Waterfront.

Pups of all shapes and sizes showed up at Plant Riverside District to race for the title, Savannah’s Fastest Wiener Dog…

Plant Riverside District’s 3rd Annual Oktoberfest
(View photos from the event here)

Plant Riverside District’s third annual Oktoberfest celebration offers a lively blend of old and new German traditions through Saturday, October 28. Every Saturday from 1-4 p.m., Plant Riverside District will feature a range of free German-themed, family-friendly activities. The Rhinelanders will perform live polka music at 1 p.m., followed by a Cupcake Walk Competition at 1:30 p.m., Keg Bowling Competition at 2:30 p.m. and Stein Holding Competition at 3:30 p.m. Special prizes will be awarded to winners in each category.

Throughout Oktoberfest, the exceptional restaurants at Plant Riverside District will serve specialty beers as well as authentic German food. Featured Oktoberfest beers include Southern Barrel Helles Lager, Yuengling Oktoberfest, Commonhouse Wise One Hefeweizen, Teufel Hunden, Spaten Lager and Sam Adams Oktoberfest.

Oktoberfest is a popular annual festival in Munich, Germany that is traditionally held over a two-week period in late September and early October. The event originated in 1810, as part of the official celebration of the marriage of the crown prince of Bavaria, who was later known as King Louis I, to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. All Munich citizens were invited to join in the festivities, which eventually became known as Oktoberfest.

For more information about Oktoberfest 2023 at Plant Riverside District or to view a complete entertainment schedule, visit www.plantriverside.com.

ABOUT PLANT RIVERSIDE DISTRICT:

Plant Riverside District, located at 400 W. River Street, is a vibrant entertainment destination and Savannah’s Entertainment District. From incredible dining and high-end shopping to live music and spectacular performances, Plant Riverside District creates elegantly curated experiences, stripping away the unnecessary to reveal the exceptional. Once an iconic power plant in Georgia, Plant Riverside District now represents the beauty of progress. Whether seeking a romantic getaway or a work hard/play hard business trip, Plant Riverside District provides a setting suited to your needs, blending timeless sophistication with eye-catching details. Experience three unique buildings for a customized atmosphere to match your style: bold, contemporary maritime details in the Atlantic; romantic, elegant styling in the Three Muses; and chic historic architecture in the Power Plant. Complete your experience with numerous dining options, rooftop bars, a concert venue, art gallery, riverfront park and even natural science exhibits to spark your imagination. For more information, please visit plantriverside.com and follow @plantriversidedistrict on Facebook and Instagram.

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