SPRINGFIELD — The Student Prince and the Fort is celebrating its 90th anniversary with the Mighty Oktoberfest, a two-night festival filled with music, food, and fun that will turn Fort Street into Springfield’s own slice of Munich.

Today and Saturday, Oct. 10-11, Fort Street will be closed to traffic and open up for a weekend of celebration, with sizzling sausages, giant pretzels, frosty boots of beer, and non-stop entertainment.

Friday’s festivities kick off at 5:30 p.m. with a ceremonial keg tapping by Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, who will also present the Student Prince with a dedication from the city of Springfield in honor of its 90th anniversary. The party continues with live performances from Berkshire Mountain Wanderers, the 413s, and 7 Roads.

Saturday’s fun begins at 2 p.m. and features the Brat Pack, DJ Adapt, and the Eagles Experience lighting up the stage until late in the evening.

“Ninety years is an amazing milestone,” the team at the Student Prince stated. “We’ve shared so many great memories with our guests over the years, and we can’t wait to celebrate this one with the entire community. Oktoberfest is about the celebration of fun, laughter, and togetherness — and that’s exactly what we’re bringing to Fort Street.”

Oktoberfest is supported by Liberty Bank and Commercial Distributing, along with many local partners. Tickets are on sale now. Visit www.studentprince.com for full details and to join the fun.

SPRINGFIELD — Wild-game dinners started decades ago at the Student Prince and the Fort as a treat for the regulars. Former owner Rupprecht Scherff heard the call of the wild from his customers and started game-night dinners to please local hunters and anyone with a curious palate.

The tradition continues in 2022 as the Student Prince and the Fort present Game Month throughout February. It includes two Hunter’s Dinner Nights on Thursday, Feb. 10 and Thursday, Feb. 24.

“We are wild about Game Month at the Student Prince and the Fort,” Assistant Manager John Perry said. “This year, our Hunter’s Dinners are in honor of the late Rudi Scherff. We are commemorating the dinners with limited-edition collectors pins.

“Hunter’s Dinners were Rudi’s favorite time of the year. Our fondest memories are him walking through the restaurant wearing his German hat filled with pins from every dinner from years past. We are honored to celebrate Rudi and keep this tradition alive on Fort Street,” Perry continued. “We introduced wild-game dinners to our customers many decades ago, and today, we’re still cooking the most decadent game dishes you will ever try. We hope to welcome you and your family, local hunting groups, sportsmen heading this way for the Springfield Sportsmen’s Show, and anyone who loves a unique culinary experience. Come try a taste of the wild.”

A special Game Month menu (in addition to the house menu) will be available all month and feature appetizers such as deep-fried frog legs. Entrées include a game wurst trio with pheasant, rabbit, and venison; bison; buffalo ribeye; and the locally famous student Prince veal shank. Hunter’s Dinner menus include an assortment of table appetizers and a six-course dinner. Courses include deep-fried frogs legs, pheasant and venison sausage, duck legs, poussin, and buffalo ribeye, followed by a flaming dessert.

Reservations are recommended and can be made online at www.studentprince.com or by calling (413) 734-7475.