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Oktoberfest isn't just a Munich tradition anymore — it's a global celebration. From the original Theresienwiese grounds to Bavarian villages in the American Rockies, German-Canadian heritage festivals, and beer gardens in Sydney, millions of people around the world put on their dirndls and lederhosen every autumn to celebrate. Here's your guide to the biggest Oktoberfest events happening worldwide in 2026.
Germany: Where It All Began
Munich Oktoberfest — Theresienwiese, Munich September 19 – October 4, 2026 The original and the largest folk festival in the world, drawing around six to seven million visitors each year to Munich's Theresienwiese. The 191st Oktoberfest features 17 large tents and 21 small tents, the ceremonial keg tapping by Munich's Lord Mayor, and the famous costume and riflemen's parade. If you're planning a trip to the source, this is the one.
North America
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati — Cincinnati, Ohio, USA September 17–20, 2026 America's largest Oktoberfest, marking its 50th anniversary along Cincinnati's riverfront with free admission and a massive fest tent.
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest — Ontario, Canada September 25 – October 17, 2026 The second-largest Oktoberfest in the world after Munich, drawing roughly 700,000 visitors across a 23-day run through the German-Canadian heart of Ontario. Highlights include the Thanksgiving Day Parade and celebrations across multiple German community clubs.
Frankenmuth Oktoberfest — Michigan, USA September 17–20, 2026 Held in Michigan's "Little Bavaria," this is the first Oktoberfest outside Munich to be officially recognized by the city of Munich itself.
Leavenworth Oktoberfest — Washington, USA October 2–3, 9–10, and 16–17, 2026 A Bavarian-style mountain village in the Cascades, celebrating across three festive weekends.
The Denver Oktoberfest — Colorado, USA Two weekends beginning September 18, 2026 A downtown Denver tradition since 1969.
United Kingdom
London Oktoberfest — Finsbury Park, London October 1–3, 2026 The UK's biggest Oktoberfest, drawing tens of thousands of visitors for beer, bratwurst, and oompah bands.
Albert's Schloss Oktoberfest — London, Manchester, Birmingham & Liverpool September 19 – October 25, 2026 A five-week celebration across four UK cities, serving all six official Munich Oktoberfest beers.
Oktoberfest UK Tour — Multiple Cities September–October 2026 A touring celebration bringing Bavarian food and beer to towns across England, including Chichester, Colchester, and Milton Keynes.
Australia
Oktoberfest in the Gardens — Sydney, Melbourne, Perth & Adelaide Dates vary by city, mid-September to mid-October 2026 Australia's largest Oktoberfest celebration, held across multiple cities with big-top beer halls, live entertainment, and imported German beer.
Munich Brauhaus Oktoberfest — The Rocks, Sydney September 16 – October 7, 2026 A long-running Sydney celebration featuring bespoke Australian-German collaboration beers alongside authentic imports like Paulaner and Löwenbräu.
[Add other regions here — Oktoberfest is also widely celebrated across South America, particularly in Blumenau, Brazil, home to the largest Oktoberfest in the Americas.]
Wherever You're Celebrating, Dress the Part
No matter which continent you're raising a stein on, we've got you covered with authentic dirndls, lederhosen, blouses, Bavarian shirts, and accessories — made in Germany and the USA, and shipped worldwide.