Kettering to honor Austrian sister city with free Spass Nacht cultural celebration

Spass Nacht at Lincoln Park, taking place on Thursday, Aug. 26 from 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Credit: Teesha McClam

Credit: Teesha McClam

Spass Nacht at Lincoln Park, taking place on Thursday, Aug. 26 from 5:30-9:30 p.m.
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By Ashley Moor
Aug 24, 2021
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Back in March 1970, Steyr, Austria, became Kettering’s sister city. To honor that relationship, Kettering hosts a free annual celebration of Austrian food, music and culture at the Fraze Pavilion.

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This year, the Austrian celebration, called Spass Nacht (which translates to Fun Night), will be taking place on Thursday, Aug. 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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The free event will feature authentic Austrian food, beverages, polka music by the Schnapps Band and other live entertainment. Guests are encouraged to wear their best lederhosen and bring their lawn chairs. These festivities will take place throughout Lincoln Park.

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Guests are not permitted to bring their pets or coolers.

HOW TO GO

What: Spass Nacht

Where: Fraze Pavilion, 695 Lincoln Park Blvd., Kettering

When: Thursday, Aug. 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

More info: Website | Facebook

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About the Author

Ashley Moor is a Dayton native and graduate of Kent State University. She is a multimedia journalist for Dayton.com, and strives to provide impactful stories about the community and its people.