Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership is hosting its second Oktoberfest — this time with a few changes — after last year’s success in drawing crowds to Downtown for the German festival.

The festival will run from Oct. 2-12. General admission is free, with certain activities requiring ticket purchases.

Richard Hooper, vice president of marketing communications at the nonprofit partnership, promises an even bigger celebration for the community to fully immerse themselves in German-inspired activities.

Last year, the event was held in Market Square and attracted 80,000 attendees. A highlight of the inaugural event was a Ferris wheel on the Roberto Clemente Bridge that gave rides to 15,000 people. The partnership was mum about whether it would return this year.

What is confirmed so far are music

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