German-American Social Club of Greater Miami

Name

German-American Social Club of Greater Miami

Legal name

German American Social Club of Greater Miami, Inc

Website

https://gascmiami.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cultural and Social Club Services

NAICS

Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAGAEAF

Food, Drink & Culinary Community Festivals (Community-Led)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Live Entertainment & Events (Concerts, Theater, Festivals)/Cultural Festivals & Community Events

SECONDARYTHAJAGAL

Food Festivals & Culinary Events (Ticketed Tastings, Pop-ups)

Travel & Hospitality/Tours, Attractions & Experiences/Food & Drink Experiences (Culinary Tours, Tastings, Cooking Classes)

SECONDARYTHAFAEAA

Neighborhood & Sports Bars

Travel & Hospitality/Foodservice & Beverage (Restaurants, Cafes, Bars)/Bars, Pubs & Nightlife Venues

Keywords

• Cultural social club
• German heritage events
• Community membership club
• Oktoberfest festival events
• Nonprofit cultural association

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees for individuals and families providing access to club facilities, events, social nights, sports activities, and member benefits
2. Event Ticketing: Revenue from ticketed events including Oktoberfest Miami (multi-weekend festival with various ticket tiers), private events, and special programming
3. Food and Beverage Sales: Revenue from Friday social nights, event concessions, German food and drinks at festivals and regular club events
4. Special Event Dining: Ticketed dining experiences such as Swiss Fondue Night at partner venues ($48 members, $65 non-members)

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The German-American Social Club of Greater Miami is a membership-based nonprofit social club that celebrates German heritage through recurring community programming, including weekly Friday social nights with German food and drinks, sports activities (soccer, rugby, cross-fit), and signature annual festivals such as Oktoberfest Miami (the longest continuously-running Oktoberfest in the United States) and the Miami Christmas Market. The club offers individual and family memberships, special ticketed dining events, and a GASC Connect mobile app for member engagement.

Product overview

The German-American Social Club of Greater Miami operates as a community social club offering a membership-based platform supplemented by a mobile app (GASC Connect). The organization centers its activities around German cultural heritage through recurring social events, sports activities, and two major annual festivals: Oktoberfest Miami (the longest continuously-running Oktoberfest in the United States) and the Miami Christmas Market. Additional offerings include a handcrafted Biergarten facility, weekly Friday social nights, and various community programs. The core offering is the membership program with the GASC Connect app providing digital access to club resources, events, and member benefits.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Oktoberfest Miami: Annual Bavarian beer festival hosted by the German American Social Club of Greater Miami, recognized as the longest continuously-running Oktoberfest in the United States.
• Miami Christmas Market
• GASC Connect

Products and services

• Club Membership Annual membership program for individuals and families providing access to the club's physical venue, weekly social nights, sports leagues, cultural programming, exclusive member pricing, scholarships for German studies, and charitable community engagement opportunities.
• GASC Connect Mobile App Mobile application for iOS and Android that provides members and their families with club news, upcoming events, exclusive content, in-app chat, monthly newsletters, event calendar with RSVP, digital member ID, and exclusive member discounts.
• Oktoberfest Miami Ticketed annual Bavarian festival featuring traditional German music, authentic German beer (Paulaner), German cuisine, family-friendly activities, bounce houses, folk dances, and themed entertainment, spanning two weekends in October.
• Miami Christmas Market Free-admission annual German-style holiday market featuring 100+ local vendors, handcrafted gifts, ornaments, holiday treats, authentic German food, Glühwein (mulled wine), live Christmas music, Santa Claus visits, and family activities.
• Friday Social Nights Weekly recurring Friday evening social event from 5pm-7pm featuring German food and drinks at $7 per plate, with meals requiring advance reservation via prepay link or email.
• Swiss Fondue Night Ticketed special dining event at Cuckoo Clock Brauhaus featuring authentic imported Swiss cheese fondue and Prosecco aperitif, priced at $48 for members and $65 for non-members (tax and tip included).
• Miami St. Patrick's Day Irish Festival & After Party Annual Irish cultural festival and after party held at the GASC venue featuring live Irish music, food, vendors, kids' activities, and an evening after party with premium whiskey sponsors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Longest continuously-running Oktoberfest in the United States
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor, major and flagship.

• German Consulate MiamicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiplomatic representation partnership supporting German community services, cultural programming, and German-American relations in South Florida.
• German American Business Chamber (GABC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizes events including Swiss Fondue Night at Cuckoo Clock Brauhaus. Joint programming for German-American business community in South Florida.
• GIPA (German International Police Association)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner organization with linked website presence supporting German law enforcement community connections.
• United German American Society of FloridacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide federation of German-American organizations working to promote German heritage and culture across Florida.
• Miami Dade CountymajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGovernment partnership providing support for cultural events including Oktoberfest Miami and Miami Christmas Market through Department of Cultural Affairs.
• Cuckoo Clock BrauhausmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlpine-style restaurant venue (99 NW 54th St, Miami) hosting GASC special events including Swiss Fondue Night. Features classic décor and indoor ski lift.
• PaulanerflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier partner and official beer supplier for Oktoberfest Miami. Provides authentic German beer selection for the festival.
• Paulaner SunsetflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier partner for Oktoberfest Miami, bringing sunset beer garden experience to the festival.
• Zoo MiamimajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier partner providing family entertainment and community engagement for Oktoberfest Miami.
• Beautiful Miami Real EstateminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier partner for Oktoberfest Miami supporting the Bavarian celebration.
• Artifex ConstructionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier partner for Oktoberfest Miami supporting community cultural events.
• Miami Dade County Department of Cultural AffairsmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGovernment cultural agency providing support and funding for community cultural events and festivals.
• South Florida Emerald Society Festival CommitteemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizes Miami St. Patrick's Day Irish Festival at GASC venue, expanding community programming beyond German culture.
• Clonakilty Irish WhiskeyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium sponsor providing Irish whiskey for St. Patrick's Day Festival and After Party events.
• Williamson Automotive GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium sponsor for Irish Festival supporting community cultural celebrations.
• Volksblast Vintage Car ShowminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVolkswagen vintage car show event hosted at GASC Miami venue, celebrating automotive culture.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/GASCMiami
• Instagraminstagram.com/GASCMiami

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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