Oktoberfest 2026 is here and there are plenty of opportunities this September and October to make it an event to remember.
Oktoberfest started in Munich, Germany in 1810 to celebrate the wedding of the crown prince of Bavaria. Though Munich is still home to the most famous festival, Oktoberfest is celebrated across the globe and is synonymous with beer-fueled parties, traditional German garb, and general merriment.
Whether or not you plan to don the traditional lederhosen or dirndl, these are the best celebrations to spend a memorable Oktoberfest 2026 in the Bay Area.
Oktoberfest on Front
Join the Front Street Entertainment Zone and Schroeders, the oldest Bavarian beer hall on the West Coast, for a celebration with live music, beer specials, beer games, and more.
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Oktoberfest with Radhaus
Fort Mason’s own Bavarian beer hall Radhaus holds a weeks-long celebration with discounts, events, and beer releases.
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SF Brewing Co Oktoberfest Keg Tapping
SF Brewing Co’s celebration includes a costume contest, German beers, a pretzel eating contest, live music by Big Lou’s Polka Party, and more.
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Oktoberfest at Park Chalet
The Park Chalet transforms into an old-world village with authentic German music, custom 1L steins to take home, and traditional entertainment.
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Oaktoberfest
This festival takes place over a full weekend with German music and food, multiple live music stages, hundreds of vendors, and the best craft beer in the Bay.
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Oktoberfest in Redwood City
Slide into a bench at Redwood City’s popular multi-day fall event featuring German-style entertainment, dancing, food, and more.
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Oktoberfest with Fieldwork
Fieldwork Brewing has 2 weeks of Oktoberfest events and specials planned at all of their NorCal locations, from guided “flight night” tastings to special live music days.
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Oktoberfest Food Festival at Six Flags
Six Flags presents multiple fall-themed events this year, including several Halloween experiences. The Oktoberfest attraction has delicious seasonal and craft beer, German-inspired cuisine, live music, and entertainment to enjoy between rides.
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Oktoberfest at Original Pattern
Enjoy festive beer releases, beer games, German food, and more at this costume-friendly Oakland event. This year, OP invites you to bring your own stein.
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Benicia Oktoberfest & Marketplace
A festival with traditional Bavarian music, a marketplace with handmade crafts, beer tasting, and family activities.
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Campbell Chamber Oktoberfest
A lively celebration featuring authentic German food and drink, arts and crafts, stein-holding competitions, and more.
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Oktoberfest at Temescal Brewing
Enjoy an afternoon of live DJ sets, bratwurst, a steinholding competition, and delicious pours of Temescal’s Oktoberfest beer.
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Walnut Creek Oktoberfest
Walnut Creek’s family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration takes place in a pop-up biergarten outfitted with gourmet food, artisan vendors, arts and crafts, international music, and entertainment.
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Ludwig’s Biergarten
Make a trip out to Mountain View for two weekends of Oktoberfest celebrations at Ludwig’s. They’ll be serving authentic German food and beer with a backdrop of upbeat live music.
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