Get ready for pretzels, beer and bratwurst at Marion's second annual Oktoberfest, Saturday, Sept. 12.

Organized by members of Marion's Pythagorean Lodge Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, the event runs from 12 to 9 p.m. and will feature traditional German music, dancing, games and food. German brews will also be on tap.

The Alpenblumen Musikanten will perform from noon to 3 p.m. followed by the Alpenblumen Dancers from 3 to 6 p.m. The Bavarian Brothers Band will finish out the night.

The all-day event will be held at the Marion VFW, 465 Mill Street (Route 6) and tickets are $12. Children 12 and under get in for free.

Tickets and more information are available at oktoberfestmarion.com or by calling 508-758-2345. Discounts are available for groups.