Known for bringing in the fall with bratwurst, dancing, and plenty of brews, Oktoberfest is a treasured, annual German festival.
Interestingly enough, Oktoberfest is actually celebrated in Germany beginning mid to late September, but because the festivities are just too fun, tons of events will carry through the month of October in the city. Here are some exciting Oktoberfest celebrations happening this year in NYC:
1. Stone Street Oktoberfest
One of NYC’s largest Oktoberfest celebrations returns this year to Stone Street, where they’ll be shutting down the street and bringing in all of the festive vibes for multiple Saturdays throughout September and October. You can expect all sorts of German beer served in traditional German glassware (Spaten, Franziskaner, Blue Point Brewing), food (pretzels, wursts and more), stein-holding contests, live music, fun games, and serving staff dressed in traditional dirndls and lederhosen.
The street festival is free to attend, and food will be sold by participating bars and restaurants on the street! Get the full details here and see all dates below:
- September 21
- September 28
- October 5
- October 12
- October 19
- October 26
2. Oktoberfest at Loreley Beer Garden
Loreley Beer Garden is celebrating Oktoberfest for over their 20th year in 2024, and are back serving weekly free beer keg tappings and pig roasts tastings on weekends, lederhosen and dirndls, plus pretzel, sausage, and beer specials every day. The restaurant features one of the largest heated outdoor beer gardens in Manhattan and has an extensive selection of German and craft beers, wines and spirits, plus a menu with giant pretzels, schnitzels, and more. Think deals like “Liter Stein Wednesdays” and “Giant Pretzel Thursdays.” Check out the full list of daily deals here.
🗓️ September 12 – October 31
📍 7 Rivington St
3. Oktoberfest Block Party at The Standard
The Standard, High Line is going all out for Oktoberfest this year, starting with a massive NYC-style block party on September 21. The Meatpacking celebration will take over Washington Street between 13th and Little West 12th Street with all kinds of carnival games, a Ferris wheel, competitions, cookie decorating, DJs, an oompah band, pretzels, bratwursts and “all the beer you can imagine.” Entry is free, but you can purchase tickets to buy rides, games, food and drink.
Plus, after the massive block party, the Biergarten will welcome a two week line-up of outdoor programming (9/21 – 10/5) which will include flower crown making, cookie decorating, beers of Germany tastings, indoor carnivals and more. Tickets for the block party ahead of time can be purchased here!
🗓️ September 21 – October 5
📍 848 Washington St
4. Oktoberfest Cruise with Circle Line
NYC’s most iconic sightseeing cruise provider Circle Line is kicking off the fall season just in time for Oktoberfest, complete with Oktoberfest-themed food and drink specials, live music, and unbeatable views of fall foliage as guests cruise up the Hudson River. Guests will set sail to Bear Mountain and pass by dozens of Insta-worthy sites like the 800-foot-tall Hook Mountain, Hudson River Palisades, the Cloisters, and more. The trips leave at 9 am, reach Bear Mountain around 11:30 am and return to the NYC dock at 5 pm.
It’s the most amazing scenic cruise filled with Bavarian pretzels, German beer, bratwursts, and apple cider donuts you’ll ever find. To learn more and book your ride, click here.
🗓️ September 28 – November 10
📍 Pier 83 – 12th Ave. & W 42nd St.
5. Oktoberfest at Radegast Hall and Biergarten
One of Brooklyn’s rowdiest and awesome beer gardens, Radegast Hall, is hosting another epic Oktoberfest celebration this year. You can expect a full slate of activities starting at 3 pm, including a live brass band, women’s and men’s mug holding contests, a ceremonial keg tapping, and a DJ at night to round out the party. We highly suggest reserving a table for this event as they go fast! You can inquire with Radegast Hall about availability here.
🗓️ September 21, 28, & October 5
📍 113 N 3rd St, Brooklyn
6. Zum Schneider’s Oktoberfest Tent
Zum Schneider is back at it ready to quench your thirst for their incredible “Munich in Brooklyn” celebration. This year they’re opening the doors yet again to their beautiful Oktoberfest tent complete with original atmosphere, Giant Pretzels and bratwurst, tireless music and fun by Mösl Franzi and the JaJaJas Oompah band, and, of course, the exclusively imported Oktoberfest Bier from Weihenstephan and beyond. Learn more here.
🗓️ September 26 – October 6
📍3 Dollar Bill – 260 Meserole St, Brooklyn
7. Oktoberfest at Black Forest Brooklyn
Now in its 11th year, Black Forest Brooklyn is hosting a series of massive Oktoberfest parties at both of their locations during six weekends in the fall. Each party will feature authentic decorations, a live German oompah band, drink and food specials, and a mug holding and costume contest with prizes. Grab your finest pair of Lederhosen, gather your friends, and enjoy the celebrations! Ticket options vary from $15 GA to $45 3 hour beer packages. Learn more here.
🗓️ September 21 – October 16
📍 Fort Greene – 733 Fulton St. / Boerum Hill – 181 Smith St.
8. German American Oktoberfest in Central Park
Head to Rumsey Field, Summerstage, in Central Park for the German American Oktoberfest and join in on a celebration of friendship, music, food and drink. Enjoy pitchers of delicious German brews such as Hofbräu and Erdinger, and cheers to lively sets from amazing live bands. There are both GA ($37) and VIP ($200) ticket options available for the festivities. Learn more about the celebration here!
🗓️ Saturday, September 21
📍 E 71st St., Rumsey Field in Central Park
9. Dickson’s Farmstand Meats Oktoberfest Celebration
Chelsea Market’s longtime tenant, Dickson’s Farmstand Meats, is hosting a tasting event in honor of Oktoberfest. Complete with live brass band and late night German discotheque, guests can enjoy beers from tons of local brewers offering their takes on Oktoberfest classics. Of course there will plenty of bratwursts, braised meats, smoked meats, and kraut to go around too. Tickets start at $65, which you can purchase and learn more about here.
🗓️ Dickson’s Butcher Shop & Restaurant – lower level of Chelsea Market at 75 9th Avenue
📍 September 27, 8 pm
10. Long Island Craft Beer Fest
Sample over 150 types of craft beer at this massive festival coming to Long Island this October. The Oktoberfest-inspired beer festival features many New York breweries, as well as tons of live music, interactive games, and festive food!
🗓️ Tanger Outlets Deer Park – 1700 The Arches Circle, Deer Park, NY
📍 October 5, 1 pm
11. Oktoberfest at Clinton Hall
Clinton Hall is hosting an Oktoberfest experience this September, consisting of a night filled with food, beer, games, and live music. Enjoy over-the-top German-inspired dishes like Chicken Bratwurst, Knackwurst, Cheddar Bratwurst Sausage, and Jumbo Pretzels with Beer Fondue Cheese. In addition to German fare, drinks and live music will keep the party energy going! There will also be a special Stein Hoisting Contest on Thursday, October 3rd at 7 pm across all venues with the winner getting a $50 Clinton Hall gift card!
🗓️ September 25, 6 – 8 pm
📍 16 W 36th St