Doug Brousil of Algonquin enjoys a stein of beer Saturday at Platzkonzert Germanfest in Hoffman Estates. Platzkonzert Germanfest is a family-friendly, Oktoberfest-style celebration featuring Hofbrau beer, authentic German food, live music, free children’s activities and more. Brian Hill/bhill@dailyherald.com

Platzkonzert Germanfest waltzed into Hoffman Estates with a bang Saturday.

The family-friendly, Oktoberfest-style celebration featured a selection of Hofbrau beer, authentic German food, live music, free children’s activities and more.

The merriment continues from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Event parking is in the front of the Tate & Lyle building, at 5450 Prairie Stone Parkway. Enter the parking lot from Pratum Avenue.

Amy Geltner of Barrington Booster Club fills a stein with beer

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