Hefeweizens? Schnitzels? Bratwursts? Strudels? Live Music?
We love a good Oktoberfest!
Wondering where to go for Oktoberfest in NY, CT or NJ?
Here is our Oktoberfest guide for the New York tri-state area.
Oktoberfests in Connecticut (Fairfield County)
Westoberfest
When: October 14, 2023
Where: Elm Street, Westport, CT
Westoberfest invites patrons to enjoy tastings from 30+ local and regional breweries, complemented with live music by fan favorite “One Bad Oyster”, and food vendors include Walrus Alley, Little Pub, LobsterCraft and more.
Come spend the day downtown and enjoy a design-your-own MoCa Westport Halloween candy tote bag art projects with MoCA Westport, face painting, pumpkin decorating activities with The Artists Collective of Westport, Pete and Chris Amusements with amusements and games, bubble show and much more!
Beer tasting is from 2-5 pm and kids area food vendors from 1-5 pm.
Ticket prices are advanced Single – $45, Designated driver – $10, party pack of 10 – $400.
Buy your tickets now for early bird pricing and group discounts.
Stamford’s Oktoberfest In The Park
When: September 29, 2023 to October 1, 2023 from 2-9pm
Where: Mill River Park at 1010 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT 06901
Oktoberfest in The Park Beer Garden will offer a large selection of seasonal favorites with German-style beers along with plenty of seltzers and cocktails options.
In addition to food and beer, of course, there will be some great live music and entertainment, including cornhole, giant Jenga, and Giant Connect 4.
Guests are encouraged to register in advance for FREE admission!
Attendees also have the opportunity to elevate their Oktoberfest experience with an exclusive VIP Ticket, for just $25.00, you’ll gain access to a private bar area, ensuring quick and convenient service and will include a commemorative Oktoberfest, 2023 laminate, lanyard and a 22-ounce souvenir stein.
Rowayton Oktoberfest
When: October 21, 2023 from 5pm-11pm
Where: Rowayton Community Center, 33 Highland Avenue, Rowayton, CT
It’s Back…the 10th annual Rowayton Civic Association Oktoberfest Fundraiser!
Grab your lederhosen and dirndls and come join us for Bavarian food, German bier, and an evening filled with singing and dancing.
A guaranteed evening of fun!
Tickets are $150.00 per person and support the Rowayton Civic Association.
A portion of the proceeds from this event have been designated to benefit Friends of Bayley Beach.
There will be no parking at the event, please arrange a ride share or a designated driver to drop off & pick up from the event.
Get your tickets here.
Oktoberfests in New Jersey
Hoboken Oktoberfest
When: September 30, 2023 at 3PM.
Where: Oktoberfest Plaza at Hudson Street between 4th and 5th Street, Hoboken, NJ.
The fall is among us and so is Oktoberfest in Hoboken!
Get ready to celebrate this wonderful occasion and party!
The weather is settling and there is nothing better than to grab some brews with all of your friends.
Enjoy German brews, festival foods, games and live music.
Admission is free.
Montclair Brewery Oktoberfest
When: September 30, 2023 from 1:00-10:00 pm
Where: Montclair Brewery at 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ
Join Montclair Brewery for their Fifth Annual Oktoberfest on September 30.
Indulge in one of our several German-style brews such as the Blue Stripe, Black Mamba, our staple MB Lager, and many more local-inspired craft beers.
A variety of non-alcoholic craft drinks such as MB Craft Root Beer and Pineapple Ginger Beer will also be on tap.
Live music will be provided all day long by fantastic, local bands such as The Accelerators, Blusion Collective, Forget The Whale, and this year’s headliner – Lil Bastad!
We will also have delicious grub available on-site.
Dress in your German -Best Oktoberfest attire and enter the costume contest.
The first 75 adult ticket holders will receive a commemorative pin and branded souvenir stein.
All ticket holders will receive one free drink ticket to be used for an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage.
$22 General Admissions ticket and $32 VIP tickets.
Buy tickets online or at the beer garden entrance.
Leonia Oktoberfest
When: September 28, 2019 from 4pm-10pm (rain or shine)
Where: Wood Park, 370 Broad Avenue, Leonia, NJ
Come to the 24th Annual Leonia Oktoberfest presented by The Rotary Club of the Palisades.
Enjoy German food, beer, live music and kids activities. Adult tickets are $10 at the door ($5 in advance).
Kids 12 and under are free.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Weekend Snack Pack program at local schools.
Get your tickets now.
Franklin Lakes Oktoberfest
When: October 13, 2023 at 7pm
Where: McBride Field at 813 Franklin Lake Road, Franklin Lakes, NJ
Come to the 19th Annual Oktoberfest celebration hosted by Tony & Phyllis Chernalis and The Market Basket.
Enjoy an authentic Oktoberfest celebration underneath the big tent! Festivities include German food and beer, live music, a game tent, and a beer stein-hoisting competition!
Proceeds from this event will support the important work of Oasis – A Haven for Women and Children where education, job readiness/placement, youth development and basic needs for women and children are addressed.
Click here for tickets and sponsorship opportunities.
Oktoberfests in Westchester County, NY
Ridgetoberfest in Yonkers
When: October 14, 2023 at 3pm to 7pm
Where: Ridgehill Mall at 1 Ridge Hill Blvd, Yonkers, NY
Come to Ridgetoberfest, Ridgehill Mall’s Oktoberfest celebration.
Celebrate the fall season with family-friendly activities, delicious BBQ, craft beer, pumpkin carving, face painting, and more. Guests can also shop at pop-up stores and enjoy entertainment from LEGOLAND Discovery Center.
It’s a complimentary event. In case of bad weather, there’s a rain date on Saturday, October 21st.
Rye Nature Center Oktoberfest
When: October 9, 2023 at 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Where: Rye Nature Center at 873 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY
Sample a variety of seasonal beverages.
Feast on delicious food from Marcia Selden catering and local vendors.
Enjoy the sounds of Amber Anchor.
Buy your tickets now.
Oktoberfests in the Hudson Valley, NY
Oktoberfest at Barton Orchards
When: September 10, 2023
Where: Barton Orchards at 63 Apple Tree Lane, Poughquag, NY
Join Barton Orchard’s Oktoberfest!
Enjoy a day filled with music, food, and the beauty of the farm! Stop by the taproom for local craft beer and hard cider.
Take your littles to the petting zoo and Fun Park with activities for all ages.
Hunter Mountain Oktoberfest
When: September 30 2023 to October 1, 2023, October 10 2023 to October 8, 2023, October 14 2023 to October 15, 2023 Saturdays 12 pm-6:00 pm and Sundays 12 pm-6:00 pm
Where: Hunter Mountain at 64 Klein Avenue, Hunter, NY
Hunter’s legendary Oktoberfest is back! Join us for three weekends of fun with German-themed live music, beer tents, food trucks, kids’ games, the doxie derby, hiking, scenic sky rides and more!
General admission is free and VIP Packages for $49.
Oktoberfest at Roscoe Beer Co.
When: September 23, 2023 starting at 11 am to 7 pm
Where: 145 Rockland Road, Roscoe, NY
Join us for our 9th annual Oktoberfest here at our brewery on Saturday, September 23rd! The event will run from 11-7pm with a whole day of family fun.
The day’s activities will include games for kids & families, carriage rides, Oktoberfest food and beer, pumpkin painting, local vendors, Oktoberfest Steins & barrel races, PLUS live music featuring Kinfolk.
Make sure to stick around for the after-party in the beer garden from 4-7pm.
Bear Mountain Oktoberfest
When: September 30, 2023 to October 1, 2023, October 7, 2023 to October 9, 2023, October 14, 2023 to October 15, 2023, October 21, 2023 to October 22, 2023. Every Friday- Sunday.
The bands play from 12:30 – 5:30 pm
Where: Anthony Wayne Recreation Area located off Exit 17 off the Palisades Parkway
Whether young or young-at-heart, we’ve got something for everyone. Dive into the joy of Oktoberfest and make lasting memories!
For the adults, activities include hitting the dance floor and enjoying some music, enjoying festival classics like Corn Hole and Ring Toss, and experiencing a little retail therapy with access to local vendors and more to come.
For the kids activities include jumping around in our Bounce House Castle with Air Slides, testing your skills with the Bean Bag Toss, and enjoying a pleasant pony ride (weather dependent).
The parking fee is $12 per car online and $15 at the Door.
*All information were accurate when we were putting this guide together, however, please check with the event organizer to verify that nothing has changed.
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