Events

Upcoming GAPA Events

The German American Police Association’s Annual Picnic!

Friday, July 11, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Pony Rides

1-5 p.m.!

Magic Show

at 12:30 p.m.!

Hofbrau, Pabst and Rootbeer on tap; Burgers, Brats and Hotdogs on the grill; Pretzels, Pop and Ice Cream Mr.D’s Magic Show, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo Bouncy House and 22-ft Giant Inflatable Slide!

6700 N. Caldwell Ave,

German Fest and Von Steuben Day Parade

Weekend September 5th-7th

Gathering at Laschets Inn at 11pm (food and two drinks will be available and paid by GAPA). If you are unable to meet at Laschets please meet us in the parade staging area prior to 2pm (Lincoln north of Irving) we do need individuals to walk the route, or you may ride on our float. We also have an opportunity to fiscally help our association during the entire weekend, all we need are volunteers to assist with the fest. If you are able, please visit this link to see what is needed and the open time frames

General Membership Meeting

Tuesday September 9th.
This will be a combined meeting with our Irish, Police and Romanian counterparts
Beginning at 630pm
In the 5th Floor Marunde Ballroom of the DANK Haus

Scholarships are available

Friday September 19th is the deadline for 2025 Scholarship Program. Six scholarships are available, ranging from $500.00 to $1,000.00 for eligible college/university/trade school individuals.

The German American Police Association will host Oktoberfest

Friday, October 3, 2025 6:30 P.M. to Midnight

The cost for this event is $120.00 per person includes Beer, Cocktails & Dinner; Music by Paloma; and Parking.  John Meindl, 773-710-6246 or Roger Haas, 312-810-9107 or gapatix@gmail.com

Friday September 5th is the deadline for ads to be submitted for publishing in our 50th Anniversary Oktoberfest Program Book. 

Friday September 19th is also the ticket deadline for our 50th Anniversary Oktoberfest Celebration which is being held on Friday October 3rd, at Elmcrest Banquets in Elmwood Park cost this year is $120.00 per person

TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!

October Events

Sunday October 5th German Commemoration Day at St Benedicts Church 2215 W Irving Park Road Chicago. Services begin at 2:30pm.
 
Monday October 6th National German American Day. On your own, have a brat, beer or schnaps!

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