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Photos: Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest

Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest 2011

Despite today’s triple-digit temperatures, a couple thousand people flocked to A.J. Chandler Park for the Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest.

Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest 2011

Tricycle races were one of several activities enjoyed by “kids” of all ages.

Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest 2011

The polka band featured not one, not two, but three accordions. Oldtimers in the audience were singing along in German.

Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest 2011

Chandler BBQ Company was one of several food vendors providing sustenance for hungry revelers.

Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest 2011

Early in the afternoon, the spacious grass area in front of the stage was one of the least-populated spots. By evening, it was packed.

Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest 2011

Oktoberfest organizer Landon Evans of the HDE Agency (left) and SanTan Brewing brewmaster Anthony Canecchia.

Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest 2011

The coolest place to be Saturday was in the air-conditioned comfort of SanTan, which is celebrating its fourth anniversary.

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