Herzlich Willkommen!


We are Germania Singing and Sport Society. Since 1866, we have been preserving German culture through song, sport, and food and drink. We are the home of the original Oktoberfest in Columbus Ohio.

The Germania Society when founded in 1866 was really an association of Turners (Gymnasts). For quite a few years, the exercise activity took place in one of the Schiller Park buildings. In the late 19th century, the Turners merged with the Germania Gesang Verein (singing club).

Originally, the Germania provided a home for new immigrants to feel welcome and socialize while learning the new language of their adopted land. Over the years, the Germania has made its mission to retain, promote and disseminate all that is good about German culture. A major component of this mission is the practice and performance of German song. Our choruses participate and support public events throughout the year in appreciation for the community’s support.

Other activities of our membership include soccer, airgun shooting, bicycling, darts, and fencing.

The strength of Germania is in the quality of its membership. Our members, coming from all walks of life, are generous with their support. Our society prospers under their gifted and dedicated guidance.

Am Tage erfuden, geschafft und gedacht. Des Abends gesungen, gescherzt und gelacht.

Our Mission: To be a welcoming place where anyone can enjoy and share their knowledge for German culture, fellowship and Gemütlichkeit

Our tagline: We do German Stuff

Come and join our association of friends! For inquiries, see our “Contact” page.

 


Upcoming events

    • 26 Mar 2023
    • 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Germania
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    Sunday, March 26th – Serving 11:30 AM to 3 PM

    Please bring your family and join us for our annual Spaghetti Dinner March 26th, prepared from scratch by the Men’s Choir.  Public invited.

    Cost (includes sales tax) is as follows:

    Adults (13 years and older) – $13.00

    Children 7 – 12 yrs. – $6.50

    Children 6 & under – Free

    Dessert is extra.

    Reservations are not required, but can be made for dinner (pay at the door) 

    Reservations for parties of 8 or more and Vegan … please call Jane Ott at 614-425-9439.

    *Take-out available – please notify us when paying if you also want a take-out dinner.  We will reserve your take-out dinner and it will be available when you leave.

    If you cannot come for dinner but wish to have a take-out dinner, please call and reserve your take-out dinner with Jane Ott at 614-425-9439.



    • 27 Mar 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Register

    • 1 Apr 2023
    • 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • 543 S Front St
    Register
    • 7 Apr 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


    • 7 May 2023


    • 12 May 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


    • 19 May 2023
    • 20 May 2023

    Our Schützenverein will host airgun teams from clubs in Chicago, Cincinnati, Peoria, and St. Louis for a shooting match, food and drink, and a whole lot of Gemütlichkeit.

    Want to participate? Contact us about joining the team!

    • 9 Jun 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM

    Stay tuned for details about our June Sommerfest!

    • 9 Jun 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


    • 3 Jul 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM

    Celebrate two nations at one event! It's our annual Sommerfest honoring the Bratwurst, alongside with the city's celebration of Independence Day. Join us for Bratwurst, Bier, and live German music from The Aaron Dussing Band. Then, walk down to the riverfront for Red, White, & Boom at dusk, or listen along to the soundtrack on your streaming service. Your Monday was never this fun!

    • 14 Jul 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


    • 7 Aug 2023
    • 11 Aug 2023
    • 11 Aug 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


    • 11 Aug 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM

    Stay tuned for details about our August Sommerfest and back-to-school celebration!

    • 8 Sep 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


    • 6 Oct 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


    • 17 Nov 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


    • 8 Dec 2023
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM


Upcoming events

info@germaniacolumbus.org

614-228-9055

543 S. Front St., Columbus, OH 43215


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