Enjoying the beer necessities this Oktoberfest in Vieux-Aylmer

Taylor Clark

5e Baron will be brewing up Oktoberfest celebrations for a weekend of festivities beginning on September 27.

“For us at 5e Baron, fall is synonymous with German lagers and good beer,” said Jacob Barrette, owner of the microbrewery.

For three days, 5e Baron will be serving up its own German-inspired beers, along with guest beers from breweries like Wills Beer, Godspeed Brewery, and Tooth and Nail Brewing Company.

“We’ll still keep some of the classics like Mixtape and Céleste on tap, but lots of German beers,” said Barrette.

Along with German-inspired lagers, Ferme SolAil will be dishing out a Bavarian-inspired menu while patrons enjoy live music acts on the patio. Sweet treats will also be available from local chocolate artisan Béatrice et Chocolats.

“We like the synergy there is between a lot of businesses in Vieux-Aylmer and whenever we get a chance to collaborate on anything, it’s a good time. It just helps shine a light on our community a bit more.”

The local microbrewery is only one stop on the list of Oktoberfest activities in Old Aylmer. Starting September 19, Bistro L’Autre Oeil will be toasting to Oktoberfest with a three-week-long celebration centring around German-inspired beers and special items on their menu. The Aylmer Legion will be hosting an Oktoberfest Party on the 28^th with live music, Bavarian-inspired food, and a dance. Aylmerites can also enjoy a special European-themed snack all weekend long at William J. Walter Saucissier.

“If the weather holds up, we hope to see a bunch of people out supporting their local businesses and celebrating Oktoberfest.”