Oktoberfest Band for Country Clubs
Appalachian Freunde Polka Band is a German polka trio from Asheville, NC. Country clubs and community associations book us for member Oktoberfests. We bring a full show of polkas, waltzes and sing-alongs, and three players fit a clubhouse room or a patio tent.
Where have we played clubs and communities?
- Verdict Ridge Country Club, Denver, NC: a Saturday evening in October 2025
- Cherokee Country Club, Knoxville, TN: a Friday evening in October 2026
- Lake Toxaway HOA Oktoberfest, Lake Toxaway, NC: October 2026
- Cataloochee Ranch Oktoberfest, Maggie Valley, NC: October 2025 and October 2026
- Lone Mountain Shores, New Tazewell, TN: October 2025
What do your members get?
You get three players. Diane Fields plays keys and sings. Mike Fields plays drums and runs the sound. Adam Bennett plays clarinet and sax and sings. Our song list has polkas, waltzes, ballads, toasts, a march, sing-alongs and American rock songs.
The waltzes give couples a reason to dance. The sing-alongs, like Edelweiss, Country Roads and Sweet Caroline, bring in the members who came to listen. Ein Prosit, the German toast song, comes around in every set. Every show has the Chicken Dance. Günther von Cluckenstein, our 8-foot inflatable chicken, joins some shows. Meet him on our Chicken Dance page.
How does the evening run?
We play our show in sets. Each hour has at least 45 minutes of music and a 15-minute break. Bookings run 3 hours or more. We play Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and our peak season runs August to October. Check open weekends on our calendar.
What does the club need to provide?
We bring our own sound system, and Mike runs it. We add lighting when the event needs it. We need two outlets on one 20-amp circuit. We arrive about 2 hours before the start to load in, and load-out takes about 45 minutes. Three players fit a clubhouse room, a patio tent or a stage. For an outdoor event, plan a covered or indoor backup spot in case of rain.
New to booking a band? Our guide to booking an Oktoberfest band lists what to ask, and our booking FAQ covers the details.
Questions clubs ask
Has the band played country clubs?
Yes. Verdict Ridge Country Club in Denver, NC, booked us in October 2025. Cherokee Country Club in Knoxville, TN, booked us in October 2026.
Can members dance to the show?
Yes. Our song list has polkas, waltzes and sing-alongs, and our shows include the Chicken Dance.
How long does the band play?
Bookings run 3 hours or more. Each hour has at least 45 minutes of music and a 15-minute break.
What does the band need from the club?
Two outlets on one 20-amp circuit, and room for three players. We arrive about 2 hours before the start to load in.
How far does the band travel?
Up to 4 hours from our home base in Asheville, NC.
More about the band
Ready to book?
Tell us your date, your city and your event. Adam Bennett, our manager, handles bookings.