Don your lederhosen and celebrate the tradition that is Downtown Culver City’s annual Third Wednesday ‘OktoberFest.’ With so many restaurants and bars to choose from within walking distance, Downtown Culver City is a neighborhood always brewing with hops, drafts, lagers, stouts and suds to fill your stein: the perfect place to enjoy Third Wednesday free samples of frothy beer, sizzling sausages, pretzels and more—plus fun discounts and special offers from local merchants, boutiques and galleries. Stop and marvel at the eclectic sounds of Marston, Lord of the Cello performing on his unique six-string electric cello. Have fun and be responsible too–ride the rails to the new Expo Line Culver City Station. Culver City’s downtown area is Southern California’s best kept secret, featuring a wonderful mix of historic buildings, boutiques, theaters, galleries and unique restaurants opening on to tree-lined streets. Parking is free in municipal structures for up to two hours, or valet parking is available at three convenient Downtown locations. Oct 17 at 5 pm-9 pm. South of the 10 Freeway and east of the 405, between the intersection of Culver and Washington Blvds and Dusquene Ave. For a complete list of freebies, offers, discounts and entertainment, go to www.downtownculvercity.com.