Grab your Lederhosen and Dirndls! Octoberfest at Meerkerk Gardens is fast approaching. The festival happens from 12 p.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, October 5 just as the gardens start flashing fabulous fall color. Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of Bavaria. Rhododendrons also will be a big part of this festive event. Check out the nursery! Choose from hundreds of plants on display just in time for the fall planting season.