Oktoberfest … in early September

Oktoberfest
Don your lederhosen and dirndls and raise a glass at this year’s much anticipated Oktoberfest in Copenhagen. The famous beer festival, which takes place in a 2,400-person tent, promises a taste of Munich in the middle of Denmark’s capital, with an authentic  Bavarian atmosphere, live tyrolean music and, of course, beer by the barrel-load. Prost!

Femøren, Cph S; started Thu (Sep 5) until Sat & Thu (Sep 12) until Sep 14, Thu & Fri, 16:00-23:00, Sat 13:00-23:00; free adm; www.oktoberfestdk.dk

 

Amager Strandpark Parkrun
Looking to add a bit of extra motivation to your Saturday-morning training? Take part in the Amager Strandpark run, a weekly timed 5km run organised by volunteers. Admission is free, but advance registration for a personal barcode is required by the Friday beforehand – and don’t forget to bring the barcode with every time you run. Dogs and prams are welcome!

Amager Strandpark, Amager Strandvej, Cph S; every Sat 09:00; free adm, registration reguired; www.parkrun.dk

 

Circus Benneweis
Circus Benneweis promises family fun and quirky, old-school charm, with a line-up that includes Krachinov the Russian juggler, a troupe of dancing dogs, circus elephants and Don Christian of Austria, who is hailed as one of the best clowns in Europe. Presiding over it all is ringmaster Judy Glostrup, who promises to wow the crowds in various sumptuous circus costumes.

Bellahøj circus place, Hulgårdsvej /Borups alle, Brønshøj; starts Fri, ends Sep 15, Sun-Thu 18:00, Wed-Thu 15:00, Sat-Sun 17:00, Sep 14 & 15, 14:00 & 17:00, check website for other times; tickets 130-295kr; www.benneweis.dk

 

Finders Keepers
Without a doubt, Finders Keepers is the mecca of markets with over 150 booths featuring upcoming designers, fashionistas, innovators and artists showcasing their illustrations, sketches, patinings, clothing, accessories and much more. This isn’t your average run-of-the-mill flea market – it’s an indoor treasure-chest full to the brim with  innovative design, art and luxury vintage.

Korsgadehallen Korsgade 29, Cph N; Sat-Sun 11:00-17:00; tickets: one-day: 40kr,  both days: 60kr; www.finderskeepers.dk

 

Christianshavn School Flea
In the garden at Christianshavn School, find everything from furniture, clothes and toys to homemade jams, waffles, cake and even beer. The event is organised by parents of students at the school, and proceeds will provide funding for student camps and social activities such as field trips, parties and after-school gatherings. In the case of rain, the market will be moved indoors.

Prinsessegade 45, Cph K; Sat 11:00-15:00; free adm

 

RAW Cph
Over 40 acclaimed DJs and musicians from around the globe will convene in Copenhagen this Saturday for RAW, an annual international clubbing event that boasts a “unique concept, unparalleled line-ups, and unconventional use of urban spaces.” This year, the self-professed leading rave of Scandinavia includes performances on six different stages and a wide range of musical genres.

Lokomotivværksted, Otto Busses Vej 8, Cph SV; Sat 22:00-07:00; tickets: 150kr presale, 175kr at the door, www.rawcph.com, www.billetto.dk/raw2013; info@rawcph.com

 

Red Lion Closing Down Pub Quiz
The quiz is presented by landlord Martin Popplewell, outstanding in the CTC panto in January as the main villain. Apparently it’s free entry, with reports circulating that the pub is closing down this very Saturday. So head on down to watch them bow out in style.

Nikolajgade 18, Cph K; Sat 20:00; www.theredlion.dk

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