🎯 Key points for quick navigation: 00:24 *🎢 The host arrives at California's Great America for Oktoberfest, advising visitors to bring a jacket as it can get cold.* 02:18 *🎤 The host mentions switching to a better quality microphone after experiencing poor audio with a cheaper one.* 02:32 *🍂 Oktoberfest at Great America runs until October 26, followed by Tricks and Treats and Winterfest events.* 03:01 *🎨 The park has transformed from its previous Carnival theme to an Oktoberfest theme, with different decorations and merchandise.* 05:16 *🎭 The stage for this year's Oktoberfest is smaller, with fewer houses and decorations than last year.* 06:04 *🏠 Trick-or-treat houses have been reintroduced, making it easier for kids to collect candy in a more controlled environment.* 06:44 *🎪 The host finds the Oktoberfest area after searching for it, noting that event locations in the park are not well-marked.* 09:13 *🍻 The Oktoberfest area features German music, games, shows, and food stands, creating a festive atmosphere.* 10:44 *🎲 Unique games like keg bowling and shuffleboard are available for visitors to enjoy, adding to the event's charm.* 11:41 *🍺 No pumpkin-flavored beers are available, but the host enjoys the variety of food options like honey-glazed pork wings.* 16:44 *🏆 The "Stein Holding" competition adds an entertaining element, with participants trying to hold a beer mug for as long as possible.* 20:54 *💪 The men's round of the "Stein Holding" competition lasts longer, with some creative techniques from the participants.* 26:03 *🎶 A band, returning to the park for the first time in 40 years, plays traditional music, enhancing the nostalgic feel of Oktoberfest.* 27:38 *🎄 The host learns that some Winterfest decorations, like candy canes, are repurposed for other events.* 29:46 *🎂 The host wishes a happy birthday to a channel supporter, Jennifer Brooks, thanking her for her continued support.* 30:45 *🚀 The host plans to ride the Flight Deck, an intense and thrilling roller coaster, before leaving the park.* 31:48 *🎢 The host enjoys the Flight Deck ride at Great America, noting there's usually no line, and it's best to sit at the back for the fastest experience.* 32:51 *🍬 The Orleans Candy Kitchen offers Halloween-themed treats, including Oreo eyeballs and other spooky desserts.* 33:56 *🎡 The host rides the Star Tower, noting it no longer spins and provides a scenic view of Santa Clara.* 35:41 *🧥 Despite the cold, the host had a great time at Oktoberfest and plans to return next weekend for the Tricks and Treats event.* 36:36 *🎥 The host announces the next video will be from Fright Fest at Six Flags, with tempered expectations for the event.* 36:51 *🙌 Shoutout to Patreon supporters Kevin, Emily, and Janice for their contributions to the channel's growth.* 37:22 *🧥 The host excitedly finds a hoodie in their size after searching throughout the park, describing it as a great find.* 38:18 *🎉 The host looks forward to the upcoming Tricks and Treats and Winter Fest events, highlighting the ongoing festive atmosphere at Great America.* Made with HARPA AI
Thank you so much for the birthday shout out Eldon! You’re truly so sweet!🫶🏻 I really liked this video a lot.. you really showcased this festival really well (but you always do that in all of your vlogs) and Top Gun is still the best ride IMO at GA… looking forward to the next adventure and excursion
YAY!!! Halloween is here! My favorite time of the year! So cool to see the decorations up already. Haven’t been to Great American in years. Seeing your video brings back memories. Thanks for sharing!
Loved the intro. Great video. It makes me want to get down there!! Happy Birthday to DisneyMom 🎂🎊💜 Glad you finally found your sweatshirt. That’s so cool.
Yup, after a little practice the night before, happy to smoke the competition. 😎 That stein has some heft to it. Also fun fact: the beer is Athletics Brewing IPA, freaking NON-ALCOHOLIC! BOO! 😅
Just putting it out there, you could use things like the mug that you don’t want to keep as give aways to your followers. Not saying that to say I want it just that I see a lot of other streamers do similar things. Thanks for sharing all the info & updates for both parks!
I plan on going this Sunday, I may have not noticed but do the all day dining tickets cover the oktoberfest food? Thank you and thank you for documenting your outting
I used to go to Great America when it was Hanna Barbra with Smurfs and The Flintstones in the 80s then Nickelodeon and Paramount in the 90s. It was so fun as a little kid and teen. Went for the Halloween a few years ago and it was still cute. Did you ever make it to Gyros World of Terror in San Jose in the 1990s-2000s? It reminds me of Hollywood Horror Nights being chased around and was so scary in the maze.
Great America looks so crappy and low budget now compared to how I perceived it when I was a kid. Same with how I felt about your raging waters video. That was even worse. It’s so sad, in this incredibly expensive high income area, that they can’t put enough money to make our local theme parks really nice.
@WishAtElevenEleven I definitely understand the part where you said it looked so different when you were a kid. I think a lot of imagination goes into play when we are young. Growing up in the parks, you learn over time how cheaply things are, and then once you start buying your own food, you realize how crazy prices in the parks are. The magic in the parks start to really go away. Things were so much better when we're kids. But then again, that's life in general lol
@@Eldons_Excursionsyep, exactly. Also as a kid I perceived great America to be almost on par with Disneyland because I didn’t know any better. All I cared about was the physical excitement of rides. As an adult I appreciate all of the other details that go into an amusement park. I realize now that Disney is a world class theme park and we simply don’t have anything that even comes close to that in the Bay Area.
@WishAtElevenEleven yeah!! Haha omg, I thought the same thing about Marine World! (Discovery kingdom) haha I was like wow!! This place is freaking amazing! Then I went to Disneyland... 🤯
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🎯 Key points for quick navigation:
00:24 *🎢 The host arrives at California's Great America for Oktoberfest, advising visitors to bring a jacket as it can get cold.*
02:18 *🎤 The host mentions switching to a better quality microphone after experiencing poor audio with a cheaper one.*
02:32 *🍂 Oktoberfest at Great America runs until October 26, followed by Tricks and Treats and Winterfest events.*
03:01 *🎨 The park has transformed from its previous Carnival theme to an Oktoberfest theme, with different decorations and merchandise.*
05:16 *🎭 The stage for this year's Oktoberfest is smaller, with fewer houses and decorations than last year.*
06:04 *🏠 Trick-or-treat houses have been reintroduced, making it easier for kids to collect candy in a more controlled environment.*
06:44 *🎪 The host finds the Oktoberfest area after searching for it, noting that event locations in the park are not well-marked.*
09:13 *🍻 The Oktoberfest area features German music, games, shows, and food stands, creating a festive atmosphere.*
10:44 *🎲 Unique games like keg bowling and shuffleboard are available for visitors to enjoy, adding to the event's charm.*
11:41 *🍺 No pumpkin-flavored beers are available, but the host enjoys the variety of food options like honey-glazed pork wings.*
16:44 *🏆 The "Stein Holding" competition adds an entertaining element, with participants trying to hold a beer mug for as long as possible.*
20:54 *💪 The men's round of the "Stein Holding" competition lasts longer, with some creative techniques from the participants.*
26:03 *🎶 A band, returning to the park for the first time in 40 years, plays traditional music, enhancing the nostalgic feel of Oktoberfest.*
27:38 *🎄 The host learns that some Winterfest decorations, like candy canes, are repurposed for other events.*
29:46 *🎂 The host wishes a happy birthday to a channel supporter, Jennifer Brooks, thanking her for her continued support.*
30:45 *🚀 The host plans to ride the Flight Deck, an intense and thrilling roller coaster, before leaving the park.*
31:48 *🎢 The host enjoys the Flight Deck ride at Great America, noting there's usually no line, and it's best to sit at the back for the fastest experience.*
32:51 *🍬 The Orleans Candy Kitchen offers Halloween-themed treats, including Oreo eyeballs and other spooky desserts.*
33:56 *🎡 The host rides the Star Tower, noting it no longer spins and provides a scenic view of Santa Clara.*
35:41 *🧥 Despite the cold, the host had a great time at Oktoberfest and plans to return next weekend for the Tricks and Treats event.*
36:36 *🎥 The host announces the next video will be from Fright Fest at Six Flags, with tempered expectations for the event.*
36:51 *🙌 Shoutout to Patreon supporters Kevin, Emily, and Janice for their contributions to the channel's growth.*
37:22 *🧥 The host excitedly finds a hoodie in their size after searching throughout the park, describing it as a great find.*
38:18 *🎉 The host looks forward to the upcoming Tricks and Treats and Winter Fest events, highlighting the ongoing festive atmosphere at Great America.*
Made with HARPA AI
The f bomb on live mic at 20:15 - still can't stop laughing at the universal reaction among everyone there 😂
Hahah I got it on camera! 🤣🤣 that was hilarious
Lol yup. I actually didn't initially hear it cause I had ear plugs in so I could concentrate better. 😅
Thank you so much for the birthday shout out Eldon! You’re truly so sweet!🫶🏻 I really liked this video a lot.. you really showcased this festival really well (but you always do that in all of your vlogs) and Top Gun is still the best ride IMO at GA… looking forward to the next adventure and excursion
Happy Birthday
@@carissam83 thank you!
@DisneyMom-pr9wq Anytime Jen 😊 I hope you had a great birthday!
@@Eldons_Excursions I did Thanks to you being such a great person/friend to me
Happy Birthday! Virgo? My sister's bday is the 15th!
It’s getting to be my favorite time of year!! Halloween season is ON! Thanks for the shoutout and adventure! 👏👏👏
@@slcemily haha heck yeah! 😈 Also, you're very welcome! 😊
Nice intro
@Robear-fm4vw Thanks Rob! 🤙
Very nice sharing here thanks
All the best big thumbs up cheers 👍🏻👍🏻🤗🤗
@@TravelHungryForLife Thanks for joining me! Cheers 🍻
Great video! I hope to go to Great America next weekend for the start of Halloween. I always enjoy going to Great America for the holidays.
@MrRy2525 Thanks Ryan! Yeah, the holiday season at Great America is a lot of fun!
YAY!!! Halloween is here! My favorite time of the year! So cool to see the decorations up already. Haven’t been to Great American in years. Seeing your video brings back memories. Thanks for sharing!
@yongliu3321 Thanks for joining me! 😊 I can't wait for my Halloween So Cal trip! 😍
I know! It will be super exciting and fun! Can’t wait to see 😊
Loved the intro. Great video. It makes me want to get down there!! Happy Birthday to DisneyMom 🎂🎊💜 Glad you finally found your sweatshirt. That’s so cool.
@CCcastro336 Thanks CC!! 😊 YESSS! omg, finding it was very shocking lol I was like no flipping way!
@@Eldons_Excursions finally!! you been looking for a while!! Good thing you grabbed it. They could have been all out of stock again!
@CCcastro336 haha seriously. So glad I was there to grab one.
Great hoodie, Eldon and thanks for the Patreon acknowledgment! ❤🎉
@brightflyerart of course! Thank you!
Yup, after a little practice the night before, happy to smoke the competition. 😎 That stein has some heft to it. Also fun fact: the beer is Athletics Brewing IPA, freaking NON-ALCOHOLIC! BOO! 😅
@@AmusementLabs 🤣🤣 looks can be preceving. That beer looked really good for being non-alcoholic haha
@@Eldons_Excursions yeah lol, I was drinking it the first time and was wondering why I wasn't feeling anything. 0.5% 😅
@@AmusementLabs 🤣🤣
Just putting it out there, you could use things like the mug that you don’t want to keep as give aways to your followers. Not saying that to say I want it just that I see a lot of other streamers do similar things. Thanks for sharing all the info & updates for both parks!
@misterA2Z you know, that's exactly what I wanted to do haha I just wasn't sure if anyone wanted it 😅
I plan on going this Sunday, I may have not noticed but do the all day dining tickets cover the oktoberfest food? Thank you and thank you for documenting your outting
@CLupis-dz2zt unfortunately no, it's separate from the regular park food. Thanks for asking though!
Oh ya I loved your intro
@@ElaineSmith-xg3np Thanks! I'm thinking of keeping it in! 🤔 on some videos
Pork wings? Do pigs fly??? They look delicious. Looks like a great place for Fall!
@fw7993 haha yeah, kind of interesting huh 😆 the event was a lot of fun though!
I used to go to Great America when it was Hanna Barbra with Smurfs and The Flintstones in the 80s then Nickelodeon and Paramount in the 90s. It was so fun as a little kid and teen. Went for the Halloween a few years ago and it was still cute. Did you ever make it to Gyros World of Terror in San Jose in the 1990s-2000s? It reminds me of Hollywood Horror Nights being chased around and was so scary in the maze.
@carissam83 oh wow! Back in the good old days! I wish I could go back. Unfortunately I never got to witness the Gyros World of Terror. Sounds fun!
Way to go, Dildon!
@@chrisp.frye-noodles8761 hahah what?! 😆
What’s the story behind the Mass Effect experience? 👀 👀
@Maps2sap It's a 3D experience. Kinda like star tours but it's a bigger stage and individual seats.
Trick n Treat Charlie Brown or Camp Snoopy better? 😅😂😅
@@warrenleezy oooo, I haven't been to the new camp snoopy yet. In a couple of weeks I'll be there!
Yeah, I’m first comment!
Nice intro
@@DANstinations woohoo! 😁
@@DANstinations thanks Dan!
@@PowerofPlacebo thanks man!! Appreciate it!
@@PowerofPlacebo that was Simply Awesome 😎. Thanks
Great America looks so crappy and low budget now compared to how I perceived it when I was a kid. Same with how I felt about your raging waters video. That was even worse. It’s so sad, in this incredibly expensive high income area, that they can’t put enough money to make our local theme parks really nice.
@WishAtElevenEleven I definitely understand the part where you said it looked so different when you were a kid. I think a lot of imagination goes into play when we are young. Growing up in the parks, you learn over time how cheaply things are, and then once you start buying your own food, you realize how crazy prices in the parks are. The magic in the parks start to really go away. Things were so much better when we're kids. But then again, that's life in general lol
@@Eldons_Excursionsyep, exactly. Also as a kid I perceived great America to be almost on par with Disneyland because I didn’t know any better. All I cared about was the physical excitement of rides. As an adult I appreciate all of the other details that go into an amusement park. I realize now that Disney is a world class theme park and we simply don’t have anything that even comes close to that in the Bay Area.
@WishAtElevenEleven yeah!! Haha omg, I thought the same thing about Marine World! (Discovery kingdom) haha I was like wow!! This place is freaking amazing! Then I went to Disneyland... 🤯
@@Eldons_Excursionsyep, same