Get ready to immerse yourself in German culture this year and join in the festivities at Oktoberfest. Celebrations will be happening all over New Jersey from Saturday, September 21st to Sunday, October 20th. Don your lederhosen, indulge in a variety of German delicacies such as Bratwurst, Schnitzel, and Pretzels, savor plenty of beer, and take part in a Stein holding contest this autumn.
Saturday, September 21st – 1:30pm – 8pm
Get ready for a Wunderbar day filled with live music, delicious eats, and plenty of bier. STEVE DEE will start the festivities with tunes from 1:30-3:30, followed by the stein hoisting competition at 4 PM—show off your strength and see who can hold their stein the longest! Then, Big Floppy will keep the party going from 5-8. And of course, The Wurst Wagon will be serving up bratwurst sandwiches all day.
1540 Rt 37 W, Toms River, NJ, United States, New Jersey 08755 https://www.facebook.com/events/283800158088661/
Saturday, September 21st – 1-5pm
RiverCenter is proud to team with Triumph Brewing, Fresh Markets, and The Two River Theater for the 2nd Annual Red Bank Oktoberfest on Saturday September 21 (rain date Sunday October 6) from 1pm to 5pm in Edmund Wilson Plaza (between Triumph Brewing & The Two River Theater)! There will be food, live music, craft vendors, and a kids zone! We’re excited to welcome 95.9 The WRAT back to the event! Look for the Rat Pack on site! Tasters ages 21+ can enjoy samples from Monmouth County breweries, wineries, and distilleries. Unlimited sampling wristbands are $45 in advance and $55 the day of the event. The Oktoberfest 12-pack (12 sample wristband) is $25 in advance and $35 the day of the event. Both packages are available at redbankoktoberfest.com.
0 Burrows Pl, Red Bank, NJ 07701 https://www.facebook.com/events/1418378622171448/
Saturday, September 21st – 12-9pm
Get ready for a day of Bavarian fun at Three 3’s Oktoberfest Celebration! Put on your lederhosen and dirndls, and join them for an unforgettable afternoon. Berstiefel Festbier to get you in the mood! Steinholding Contest at 3pm. Test your strength and endurance in our Steinholding competition! The challenge is simple – hold a full stein of beer out in front of you with a straight arm for as long as possible. The last person standing wins bragging rights and awesome prizes! DJ Jay Rose will be there to MC and play tunes all afternoon! German Eats: Local favorite @louiesfrenchfries will be there with a special Oktoberfest menu! Enjoy games and activities for all ages in the Biergarten!
50 13th St, Hammonton, NJ 08037 https://www.facebook.com/events/1021505446264984/
Saturday, September 21st – 11am
Join Killarney’s Publick House for their Annual Oktoberfest! Enjoy Live Music throughout the day followed by DJ Dom & Nick – Wear your favorite Oktoberfest outfit – Stein Hoist Competition – Beer Specials – German inspired menu – Giveaways & More! Make your reservation today – (609) 586-1166
1644 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd, Trenton, NJ https://www.facebook.com/events/470332869123262/
Saturday, September 21st – October 6th starting at 12pm
Get ready to raise a glass—Oktoberfest is coming! Join The Barrow House from September 21st – October 6th for good beer, German inspired food specials and fun. Prost
1296 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013 https://www.facebook.com/events/830997982436556/
Weekends Until October 13th
Bust out your lederhosen and raise your steins for the best Oktoberfest celebration this side of the Atlantic. Enjoy live music, traditional German fare, and all the games and rides you know and love at Morey’s Piers.
3501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ https://www.moreyspiers.com/oktoberfest-at-moreys/
Saturday, September 28th – 12pm
Get ready for a hoppin’ good time at Ictoberfest 2024! Join the brewery for a day filled with lots of festive fun. Quench your thirst with a fresh batch of Mr. Oktoberfest, the beloved Märzen style brew, and plenty of other tasty selections. There will also be souvenir Ictoberfest 2024 steins to commemorate the occasion.
88 Brick Blvd, Brick, NJ 08723 https://www.facebook.com/events/492679776954929/
Saturday, September 28th – 10am – 11pm
Stratosphere Brewing Company invites you to celebrate Oktoberfest 2024 with them in true Bavarian style. Come out for the beer featuring their Marzen and Festbier, Traditional Food, Games, and Contests of drinking skill.
72 Washington St, Mt Holly, NJ 08060 https://www.facebook.com/events/845081313944163/
Saturday, October 5th – 11am – 4pm
Celebrate fall at Island Beach! This festival will feature craft vendors, music, food, and beverages from Seaside Height’s Heavy Reel Brewing Company. There will also be a pet costume parade and contest!
Red Fox Tiki Bar at Island Beach State Park, Seaside Park, NJ 08752 https://www.facebook.com/events/316166911543800/
Saturday, October 5th – Sunday, October 6th – 10am – 5pm
Explore 100+ curated artisans, discover unique treasures, and support local charitable organizations. Savor seasonal delights and drinks and stroll through our charming village, packed with endless attractions!
Historic Smithville, NJ – The Village Greene-635 E Moss Mill Rd https://www.facebook.com/events/1008334961091131/
Saturday, October 5th – Sunday, October 6th – 10am – 5:30pm
Chimney Rustic Ales and Blue Rascal Distillery will be hosting the biergarten all weekend and The Fritz Grill will be serving Bratwurst and other German inspired menu items. We’ll be giving away prizes for winners of Barrel Races and Stein Holding Contests all weekend! Their 7.5 acre corn maze will be open into the night. Hay rides to the pumpkin patch run non-stop, and the fairgrounds are loaded with fun activities.
399 Trenton Rd, Hammonton, NJ 08037 https://www.facebook.com/events/7857195974408852/
Saturday, October 5th 12-8pm – Sunday, October 6th – 12-5pm
Head to Turkey Brook Park Event Field for German Food, live music, vendors, beer from Jersey Girl Brewing and lots of games for the kids. Admission is $5.
Turkey Brook Park, 30 Flanders Rd, Flanders NJ https://www.facebook.com/events/1151397889281374/
Sunday, October 6th – 12-5pm
Join in for another amazing year with 10,000 in attendance! Amazing Event with Beer Garden of Four Brewers, Vendors, Food Trucks, Masskrugstemmen Contest, Games, Entertainment with Swedish Meatballs in Beer Garden, Step Aside, Wicked Rival, The Gab Cinque Band, Jimmy & Gene Duo.
31 W Main St, Freehold, NJ 07728 https://www.facebook.com/events/2519344528252621/
Friday, October 11th, Saturday, October 12th, Sunday, October 13th – 4-6pm
Join Sinner’s on the patio for Oktoberfest! They will have a lineup of daily entertainment for a family-friendly event all weekend long.
20 Inlet Dr, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742 https://www.facebook.com/events/1201538927638624/
Saturday, October 12th – 11am – 6pm
Annual Fall Food Truck and Beer Festival “Trucktoberfest” is back again. Saturday October 12th from 11:00am to 6:00pm at Wanamaker Field in Island Heights. Come out and enjoy Food Trucks, Craft vendors, beer, live music, and games for kids! There is something for the whole family to enjoy, and all proceeds benefit the Island Heights Vol. Fire Co. 1.
1 Wanamaker Municipal Complex Island Heights, NJ 08732 https://www.facebook.com/events/1177510780261293/
Sunday, October 13th – 1pm
Join Burlington County for their annual Oktoberfest featuring a German Band, all you can eat German Buffett and Beers all for only $40 each. Get your tickets now before they sell out.
216 Mill St, Mt Holly, NJ 08060 https://www.facebook.com/events/483918894408829/
October 19th – 20th 1-7pm
Holy Rosary Church celebrates OKTOBERFEST on Saturday and Sunday, October 19th and 20th! Join them for beer, music and food from 1-7pm each day. Admission is free!
344 6th St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 https://www.facebook.com/events/1058463842341664/
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