It’s Oktoberfest season, and Rochester is ready to embrace the rich traditions of this iconic German celebration. Here is your guide to Oktoberfest celebrations in the Rochester area, from the special beer, authentic dishes, fun games and joyful music. So, grab your lederhosen or dirndl, and celebrate Oktoberfest all season long!
Barktoberfest and Oktoberfest
September 21 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Barktoberfest) and 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Oktoberfest)
With two different celebrations in one day, there are plenty of opportunities for Oktoberfest fun at LTS Brewing. Bring your dog to BARKtoberfest for dog activities, adoptable dogs, barkwursts and puppy pints. Later in the afternoon, the Oktoberfest celebration features Firebrick pizza, music by Loud Mouth Brass, and souvenir Oktoberfest mugs.
LTS Brewing
Punktoberfest
Thesis Beer Project
September 27 & 28, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
Thesis Beer Project and Treedome’s fourth annual Punktoberfest promises two nights of live music featuring their biggest lineup yet.
Oktoberfest at Little Thistle
Little Thistle Brewing Company
September 28, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Little Thistle’s annual Oktoberfest celebration includes food by 2 Cavemen Grillin, beer, traditional music by Malek’s Fishermen Band, games and more! Don’t miss the stein holding competition, sausage toss and the naming of Oktoberfest royalty (best dressed).
Oktoberfest at Forager
Forager Brewery
September 28, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Celebrate Oktoberfest at Forager with its special Oktoberfest beer on tap all day, and enjoy live music by Prank Williams (2-5pm) and The Brothers Burn Mountain (7-10pm).
Oktoberfest for Suicide Prevention
The Haley Center (3708 N Broadway Ave)
October 5, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Haley Center’s Oktoberfest celebration is a fundraiser for organizations supporting mental health and suicide prevention. Don’t miss live bands, beer tents, raffle prizes, a bean bag tournament, bounce houses, yard games and more. Last year’s event raised over $97,000!
Booktoberfest
Garden Party Books
October 12, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Independent bookstore Garden Party Books is teaming up with Thesis Beer Project to host a beer garden at the store. Browse the books while you enjoy soft pretzels, hot cider, and local brews.
Oktoberfest Celebration at Hilltop House (1735 3rd Ave NW)
October 12, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
This celebration is for the whole family! Children’s activities are from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. followed by traditional Oktoberfest fun for adults until 11:00 p.m. This event is free to the public with food and beverages available for purchase.
While you’re celebrating Oktoberfest at one of Rochester’s breweries, be sure to sign up for the Sip n’ Savor Brew Pass, check in to receive points, and redeem those points for prizes! Find more information on the brew pass, including a full list of breweries and participating restaurants, here.