Bust out your lederhosen, it’s Oktoberfest time! From bustling breweries and biergartens to Bavarian bites and block parties, here are all the ways to celebrate across the Bay.
Elizabeth Vado, of San Leandro, makes a face while competing during the steinholding competition celebrating Oktoberfest at the Speisekammer restaurant in Alameda, Calif., on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group)
San Leandro “OkDROberfest”: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 14, W. Juana Avenue and E. 14th Street, San Leandro. Celebrate both Oktoberfest and San Leandro’s beer culture at “OkDROberfest” (that’s Dro as in San LeanDRO), featuring award-winning craft beer, live beer garden music, traditional Oktoberfest games and Bavarian bites. Free admission. downtownsanleandro.com/okdroberfest/
Benicia Oktoberfest & Marketplace: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 14, First Street Green, Benicia. Indulge in the spirit of Oktoberfest as Benicia brings you the best of German culture. From Old World German beer to authentic German food, oompah bands and an artisanal marketplace, this event promises an unforgettable Oktoberfest. $8 admission. beniciaoktoberfest.com/
Oktoberfest at Original Pattern Brewing: 12 to 8 p.m. Sept. 14, 292 Fourth St., Oakland. Mark your calendars for another epic Oktoberfest in the heart of Oakland. Keep the German legacy going with specially brewed Oktoberfest beers, delicious Bavarian cuisine, stein-holding, cornhole and costume contests, polka performances and German tunes. Free admission. originalpatternbeer.com/
Oktoberfest at Side Gate Brewery: 12 to 9 p.m. Sept. 14, 1822 Grant St., Concord. Side Gate’s third annual Oktoberfest will include live music, craft vendors, stein-holding and corn hole, plus delicious German-style bites and beers on tap. $31 presale admission. sidegatebrewing.com/home
Dust Bowl Oktoberfest: 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 14, Dust Bowl Brewing, 3000 Fulkerth Road, Turlock. Dust off your dirndl for an epic Oktoberfest celebration featuring stein holding, brewery pours, live music by Makin’ Noise, a costume contest, special entertainment and a 360 video booth. $75 to $85. tinyurl.com/DustBowlOktoberfest
Oktoberfest Food Festival at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom: Select dates Sept. 14 to Oct. 3, 1001 Fairgrounds Drive, Vallejo. Hop off your favorite ride and straight into Oktoberfest. Enjoy crafts and seasonal brews plus German-inspired cuisine, music and live entertainment. Included with park admission. sixflags.com/discoverykingdom/events/
Oktoberfest at California’s Great America: Select dates Sept. 14 to Oct. 26, 4701 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara. This Oktoberfest celebration offers authentic German food, beverages, music and family-friendly entertainment. Included with park admission. cagreatamerica.com/events/
Old Town Auburn Oktoberfest: 5 to 9 p.m. Sept. 19, Old Town Auburn, 1583 Lincoln Way Auburn. This festive street fair will include live polka music by the Alpenmeisters, local craft beers and wines, an artisan craft market and kids activities. Free admission. tinyurl.com/OldTownOktoberfest
Schroeder’s Annual Oktoberfest Block Party: 2 to 10 p.m. Sept. 20, 240 Front St., San Francisco. Come out for Schroeder’s annual Oktoberfest Block Party featuring live music, beverages and bites, plus beer hall games including stein chugging, stein holding and costume contests. Free admission. schroederssf.com/event/oktoberfest-2024/
Ludwig’s Oktoberfest: 4 to 10 p.m. Sept. 20-21 and 27-28, at 383 Castro St., Mountain View. Get …read more
Source:: The Mercury News – Entertainment
