Thousands will head to La Mesa for a weekend filled with beer, bratwurst, music and the chicken dance. It's free and you can celebrate Oktoberfest all weekend long. The last day of September also marks the official kick off of La Mesa’s 49th annual Oktoberfest. The CBS 8 team had fun just walking around and meeting people. We found that it’s a homecoming of sorts. Vicki and Steve Edwards came from Sacramento to meet friends. She said, “We’re here for the polka music because we love the Chicken Dance. This is the best Oktoberfest in San Diego.” Full story on CBS8.com: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/la-mesas-49th-annual-oktoberfest-is-back/509-8ba7932b-7d92-411d-b7b6-93d03d6ac109