Oktoberfest in Ohio
Written By lindsay plaskett
Contrary to popular belief, Oktoberfest is held in September, and this year’s first annual family-friendly event to celebrate in downtown Youngstown, Ohio, was no exception. The festivities took place on Saturday, 9/17/22, in the Phelps Gateway pedestrian space.
As my first business, Youngstown Prop Shop expands into a more significant special events/niche business; these are some of the first posts under my new moniker, LD Fleuriet.
It was an incredibly fun honor to help create this event for Youngstown and its community.
Photography: Stephanie Sheronovich @sheronophoto
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