Transparency Note: Managing Editor Daniel Tucker is a paid employee of Bandera Brewery.

Bandera Brewery is gearing up for a full day of beer, games, live music and German food when Bandera Beerfest returns Saturday, Sept. 19. "Beerfest is a special event every year, and this year is going to be jampacked" said Johnny Oliver, co-owner of Bandera Brewery.

The festivities will include several beer-themed competitions, beginning with Brewery Pong at 12:30 p.m. Keg Hold will follow at 3:30 p.m., with the Stein Hold competition scheduled for 3:45 p.m. Beerfest also will feature the special release of Bandera Brewery's Oktoberfest Mrzen Lager, giving attendees an opportunity to enjoy the seasonal beer as part of the celebration.