Oktoberfest in El Cajon

FOUNDED: 1972 in El Cajon by the German American Societies

HEADQUARTERS: 1017 S. Mollison Ave., El Cajon

BUSINESS: Nonprofit German-American Societies fundraiser and celebration of the culture and heritage of Oktoberfest

REVENUE: Down about 25% from 2019 to 2021; event raises 75% or more of the German-American Club’s funds for operations, events and activities.

EMPLOYEES: 1 (Operations Manager)

VOLUNTEERS: 800

WEBSITE: germanclubsandiego.org

CONTACT: 619-442-6637

NOTABLE: Club backing the event formed in 1965 to share the tradition, culture, food and celebrations of Germany