Guest article from our good friend Dieter Discount at The Frugal Frothie
Hey Oktoberfest legends!
Getting ready to dust off the Lederhosen and Dirndl for at the Brisbane German Club? We’re all about a good time, but we also love a good bargain. If you want to keep your hard-earned cash for more pretzels and steins, we’ve got an absolute ripper of a hack for you.
The Secret: Go Digital, Get Discounted
Here is the ultimate insider trick: before you even order your first round, sign up for a Digital Social Membership.
For just a measly $5, a one-year digital social membership gets you a guaranteed 5% off at the bar and bistro.
Whether you’re shouting your mates a round of ice-cold Bier, grabbing a massive pork knuckle, or snacking on a warm pretzel, that 5% discount applies across the board.
It’ll be putting money back in your digital pocket on pretty much everything.
The Perks of the Hack
Becoming a Social Member doesn’t just save you coin on the day. Here’s what you score for your $5 investment:
- Instant 5% Off: Immediate discounts on your meals and drinks at the fest.
- Digital Convenience: No plastic cards to lose while you’re on the dancefloor. It goes straight into your smartphone’s digital wallet.
- Bonus Goodies: Birthday perks and other special treats throughout the year.
- Loyalty Points: Earn a point at the bar and restaurant for every dollar spent, which can be redeemed against future purchases at a rate of one cent per point.
We’ve done the maths
If you are making a proper day of it, that fiver pays for itself quicker than you can say Prost!
After you spend $83.34 you break even based on discount and points, that’s not even taking into account the doors that open for birthday perks and member specials!!
The Next Level
Keen to go all in? Full Members actually get a massive 10% off, plus free Oktoberfest entry, and voting rights at general meetings and more, but that requires a bit more paperwork and a $50 fee. Have a look at the main website to see if you’re eligible.
Otherwise, for a quick, low-effort festival hack, the $5 digital social membership is your golden ticket.
How to Unlock the Discount
Don’t wait until you’re thirsty in the queue. Lock in your discount in three quick steps before you hit the bar:
1.Sign Up Online:
Head to our membership portal on your phone or scan the QR codes scattered around the venue.
2.Pay the Fiver:
Drop the $5 for your annual digital membership. It’s the best investment you’ll make all day.
3.Add to Wallet & Tap:
Download the digital card straight to your Apple or Google Wallet. Just flash it at the bar every time you order, and watch the prices drop!
There you have it—more Bier, more schnitzel, and more savings in your pocket.
Prost!