The Danube Swabian Association of Philadelphia and Vicinity serves the local community as a center for German culture, sports, education, and social activities. Formed in 1957, primarily by ethnic German immigrants who came to the United States in the aftermath of World War II, the organization continues to honor and uphold its traditions by promoting the language, music, dance, dress, and customs of the Danube Swabian people.

Goulash Dinner

Sunday, February 1, 2026 -- 1:00 p.m.

We are happy to offer a Goulash Dinner on Sunday, February 1. The meal includes Goulash with spaetzle, red cabbage, and a dessert. Take-out is also available.

Cost is $20. Payment can be made in-person, by mailing a check to the club (made out to "Danube Swabian Association"), by credit card via PayPal, or by Venmo. Please note that you do not need a PayPal account to pay by credit card via PayPal.

Please call Gerlinde at 215-673-4423 by Tuesday, January 27 for reservations. Please specify eat-in or take-out when you call.

Schnitzel Dinnner and General Membership Meeting

Sunday, February 22, 2026 -- 1:00 p.m.

CANCELLED

Please join us for a schnitzel dinner and our annual general membership meeting. You may join for only the dinner, only the meeting, or both!

Dinner will take place at 1:00 p.m. Cost is $20. Please call Gerlinde at 215-673-4423 for reservations.

Payment can be made in-person, by mailing a check to the club (made out to "Danube Swabian Association"), by credit card via PayPal, or by Venmo.

The annual general membership meeting will take place at 3:30 p.m.

If you are interested in attending the meeting virtually, please send an e-mail to webmaster@danubeswabian.com with your name and indicating that you would like to attend. Once your club membership is verified, you will receive the Zoom link by e-mail.

If you do not have access to a computer and would like to dial-in to the meeting virtually by phone, please contact Fred Gauss at 215-722-4253 to request the telephone information.

General Membership Meeting 2026 Flyer

Suppe und Palatschinken

Sunday, March 8, 2026 -- 1:00 p.m.

Join us for this club favorite meal that includes soup and palatschinken (crepes)! Bring your own special filling if you wish. Cost is only $13 for adult or $25 two adults. This is also a great time to submit your membership renewal at the club. Please call Gerlinde at 215-673-4423 for reservations by Wednesday, March 4.

Payment can be made in-person, by mailing a check to the club (made out to "Danube Swabian Association"), by credit card via PayPal, or by Venmo.

Suppe und Palatschinken 2026 Flyer

Schlachtfest

Sunday, April 12, 2026 -- 1:00 p.m.

We hope you will join us for our annual Schlachtfest, a club favorite event!

This is the annual dinner featuring homemade meats, sausages, soup, appetizer, and dessert. No one goes home hungry! Cost is $25. Please call Gerlinde at 215-673-4423 for reservations by Monday, April 6.

Payment can be made by mailing a check to the club (made out to "Danube Swabian Association"), by credit card via PayPal, or by Venmo.

If you are interested in helping to prepare for the event or in helping the day of the event, please call Fred at 215-722-4253.

Schlachtfest 2026 Flyer

Penny Party

Saturday, April 25, 2026 -- 1:00 p.m.

Come out to have some fun and support the club at this annual event. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. and numbers will be called around 2:30 p.m. Cost is only $5 and includes admission, cake, and coffee. Please call Gerlinde Maitz at 215-673-4423 for reservations and for more information.

Penny Party Flyer

Danubia Beer Festival

Saturday, May 9, 2026 -- 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Please join us again this year for Danubia Beer Festival! The event will be held at the club the afternoon of Saturday, May 9. Cost will be $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Cost is only $10 for a non-alcohol admission ticket.

Tickets can be purchased at the club, by contacting a board member, by calling Gerlinde at 215-673-4423, or via PayPal or Venmo.

A variety of beers will be available for tasting, including German and local craft beers. Entertainment will be provided by the Everything Hurts band.

Please visit our Danubia Beer Festival page or send an e-mail to info@danubeswabian.com for more information.

Danubia Beer Festival Flyer

General Membership Meeting

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 -- 6:30 p.m.

Please join us for our annual general membership meeting. This is an important meeting as the membership will have the opportunity to vote on amendments to the Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation.

If you are interested in attending the meeting virtually, please send an e-mail to webmaster@danubeswabian.com with your name and indicating that you would like to attend. Once your club membership is verified, you will receive the Zoom link by e-mail.

If you do not have access to a computer and would like to dial-in to the meeting virtually by phone, please contact Fred Gauss at 215-722-4253 to request the telephone information.

Summer Concert Series

Our Friday Night Summer Concert Series will take place in June. Concerts are free and open to the public and typically take place in the club's outdoor picnic area (weather permitting).

June 12, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. -- Tri-County Band (Flyer)

June 19, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. -- Cardinal Dougherty Alumni Band (Flyer)

2026 Summer Concert Series Flyer

Club Picnic - Pig Roast

Sunday, July 19, 2026 -- 1:00 p.m.

Please join us for our annual club picnic and pig roast! This is always a fun event with great German food. We will also have a watch party for the World Cup Final.

Please make your reservations by Monday, July 13 as we must order the pig that day. To make your reservation, please call Gerlinde at 215-673-4423. Members, friends, and neighbors are welcome!

Tag der Donauschwaben

Sunday, August 30, 2026 -- 12:00 p.m.

We invite you to join us for our annual Danube Swabian festival! This all-day German celebration features plenty of food, drink, soccer, folk dancing, and German music. All members and friends are invited to attend. Cost of admission is only $5. Gates open at 12:00 noon.

Come and enjoy a beautiful day of Gemütlichkeit!

Rocktoberfest

Saturday, September 20, 2025 -- 4:00 p.m.

Join us for a fun evening of music, family, and friends! Gates open at 4:00 p.m. with music from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Music provided by Everything Hurts (a.k.a. The Jackapalooza Orchestra). Food and beverages available for purchase.

Entrance fee is $10. Tickets can be purchased in person, by mailing a check to the club (made out to "Danube Swabian Association"), or via PayPal or Venmo. Note that you do not need a PayPal account to pay using a credit card via PayPal.

Rocktoberfest Flyer

Wine Tasting

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Please save the date and plan to join us to celebrate our 11th annual Wine Tasting with Victor Ykoruk of Commonwealth Selections!

Join us in our upstairs banquet hall to sample a variety of wines with lite bite food pairings.

Tickets are $40. Payment can be made by mailing a check to the club (made out to "Danube Swabian Association") or via PayPal or Venmo. Please note that you do not need a PayPal account to pay by credit card via PayPal.

If attending as a group, please make a single reservation for your entire group. Limited seating available.

Please call 215-673-4423 or e-mail wine@danubeswabian.com for tickets.

Wine Tasting Flyer

Children's Christmas Show

Sunday, December 7, 2025 -- 1:00 p.m.

The children and youth group will put us in the Christmas spirit with holiday plays, songs, and poems. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. The show begins at 2:00 p.m.

Admission is $5 for adults and FREE for children under 14. There will be homemade cookies and cakes available for purchase. Please contact Gerlinde Maitz at 215-673-4423 for reservations.

Children's Christmas Show Flyer

New Year's Eve Party

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 -- 8:00 p.m.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Danubia! Cost is $160 per couple or $80 per person. Event is 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. and includes open bar, hot buffet, champagne toast, and music provided by DJ Dan.

Please call Fred at 267-257-3094 for reservations.

New Year's Eve Party 2026 Flyer

2026 Schedule of Events

The club's 2026 Schedule of Events is now available. Please check the web site frequently for updates.

2026 Schedule of Events

Quarterly Newsletter

We are pleased to share with you the latest issue of our quarterly newsletter.

Summer 2025 Newsletter

E-mail List

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Hall Rental

Are you interested in renting the hall at the club? If so, visit our Hall Rental page for more information.

Photo Albums

We recently posted some photo albums from Trachtenfests over the years. Please visit our Photos page to see them.