Rocktoberfest great spot for kids, teens

Why should adults have all the fun at Oktoberfest?

While grownups are enjoying the festivities at the beer tents during Oktoberfest, kids can let loose at Rocktoberfest, a safe and fun alternative.

Sponsored by Kids Plus, Inc., Rocktoberfest offers a great social atmosphere with music entertainment, gaming contests, prizes, free popcorn and soda.

This is the 11th year of the event, which has grown from serving 100 kids the first year, to an average of 500 in recent years. It will be held Oct. 3 and 4 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the St. Patrick’s Youth Center.

According to Cassie Challburg, director o...