Prost! 20+ Oktoberfests in New Jersey To Put On Your Calendar
Prost! Now that it’s Fall, it’s time to celebrate Oktoberfest all across New Jersey. Here are some New Jersey Oktoberfests to Put on Your Calendar!
20+ Oktoberfests in New Jersey:
Medford Oktoberfest & Music Festival
September 21, 11AM – 7PM (Rain or Shine)
Family fun with Three Stages of Live Music with Food Trucks, a huge Beer Garden under a tent
Medford’s Freedom Park, 86 Union Street, Medford, NJ
Cost: Free
The 35th Annual Oktoberfest At Mountain Creek Resort
September 21 & 22
Experience Oktoberfest in Vernon, New Jersey with over 100 varieties of beers, ciders, hard sodas and seltzers – the most variety to date, authentic German food, and activities for kids and adult alike
200 NJ-94, Vernon Township, NJ
Cost: $10, Kids under 5 are Free<. More packages available/em>
Germania Park Oktoberfest
September 21 & 22
This event features a celebration of German heritage with live German music, beer, food, and the Steuben Parade. Germania Park has been dedicated to preserving German culture since 1895.
Germania Park, 56 Conger Street, Dover, NJ
Oktoberfest ”Bier on the Pier”
September 20 – 22 & 27 – 29 & October 4 – 6 & 11 – 13
Features special German themed menus, an outdoor “biergarten,” live entertainment, a kids “Rootbier Garten” activity area and much more
Mariner’s Pier, Schellenger Avenue and the boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend, Discounts for rides, foods and drink available online
Hackettstown Oktoberfest 2019
September 27 – 29
The 4th annual Hackettstown Oktoberfest! Czig Meister Brewing Company, Homebrew University Main Street, Man Skirt Brewing and Bea McNallys Irish Pub and Eatery will host activities, contests, craft vendors, music, drinks and food at their Platz through regular operating hours. This Oktoberfest is a family friendly event; there’s a kids’ costume contest category and other non-alcohol related activities. (The Stein Carry Race is with water; grain bag toss, etc. Other drinks will be available as well.)
Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Oktoberfest
September 28, 9AM – 6PM
Celebrate the famous Bavarian tradition in Cape May the festival will be located on Carpenter Lane between Decatur & Jackson and continue down Jackson Street to Beach Ave. as it is transformed into a German promenade with authentic music and food. Visit the Beer Gardens and Food Courts browse the artisans tables selling crafts, antiques and collectibles.
Jackson St, Cape May, NJ
Cost: Free
7th Annual Original Downtown Somerville Oktoberfest 2019
September 28, 12PM – 9PM
Another annual Oktoberfest Celebration brought to you by Tapastre & Project PUB. Eat, drink and be merry! Local craft beers and traditional Oktoberfest brews will be on hand, along with plenty of food from local restaurants and live music from awesome bands throughout the day.
N Bridge St, Somerville, NJ
Cost: $8 if purchased in advance, $10 at the door or $8 with a canned pet food donation. Designated drivers and those under 21, entry is FREE with a canned pet food donation.
Oktoberfest at the Track
September 28, 11AM – 5PM
Grab your lederhosen and head to the track for a fun Oktoberfest. Celebrate with authentic food and drinks plus music from Jingleheimer.
Monmouth Racetrack, Oceanport, NJ
Cost: Free
20th Annual Leonia Oktoberfest
September 28, 4PM – 10PM (rain or shine)
This is a family friendly event is a fall celebration of German culture with German food and beer, kids activities, and German competitions.The event is a fund raiser sponsored by the Rotary Club of The Palisades to support the Weekend Snack Pack Program at local schools.
American Legion Hall, 399 Broad Ave, Leonia, NJ
Cost: $5, Kids Free
Our Lady of the Lake Oktoberfest
September 28, 5:30PM – 11PM
The event takes place under a grand tent and includes authentic German cuisine, local fare, beer, wine, a variety of non alcoholic beverages, live music, raffles, and more! The Oktoberfest festivities begin with a ceremonial beer tapping, followed by German music, great food and other live entertainment
Our Lady of the Lake Parish, 32 Lakeside Ave, Verona, NJ 07044
Cost: $75
River Horse Oktoberfest 2019
September 28, 7PM – 10PM
Raise your mug and celebrate the most wonderful time of year! Fall is finally here, and River Horse has a special new beer to celebrate with! Throughout the night they will also be tapping a variety of unique casks to indulge your tastebuds!
2 Graphics Drive, Ewing, NJ
Cost: $20 – $40
21st Annual Oktoberfest Weekend and Car Show
September 28 & 29
music. beer. food. dancing. family fun. Join the Chester Lions for their 21st Annual Oktoberfest Weekend. Rain or Shine!
Chubb Park, 24 US Highway 206, Chester, NJ
Cost: $7 entry, food beer and games are ala carte
10th Annual German American Society of Trenton Oktoberfest
September 28 & 29
This celebration features Philly Brass Band, the Aqua String Band from Philadelphia, plus a surprise group on Saturday. The event will also feature a pig roast, traditional German food, vendors and crafts, bounce castles, kid activities and family fun!
Part of the proceeds benefit the Jeremy Fund.
215 Uncles Pete’s Road, Trenton, NJ
Cost: $5
Oktoberfest
October 5, 12PM – 10PM
Great German food, Bier, Music, and Family Entertainment
Deutscher Club of Clark Inc; 787 Featherbed Ln, Clark, NJ
Cost: $5, Kids under 12 Free
Harrigan’s Oktoberfest Craft Beer Festival
October 5, 12PM – 5PM
Harrigan’s Annual Oktoberfest and Craft Beer Festival. 12 Breweries, German Food, Music & awesome Giveaways! $20 entry ticket donated to Sea Girt Fire Company (beer tickets additional). Event will take place in Harrigan’s Pub parking lot
110 Baltimore Blvd, Sea Girt, NJ
Cost: $20 per person (donated to SGFC)
Highlands Oktoberfest
October 5, 2PM – 9PM
The feel-good spirit of Highland’s Oktoberfest is modeled on the traditional Munich, Germany Oktoberfest with an emphasis on eating, drinking and being merry while providing something for everyone. Authentic German food, live music, dancing and entertainment!
Veterans Park, Highlands, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Ales ‘N Tails Oktoberfest
October 5, 6PM – 9PM
Hosted by New Jersey’s #1 Zoo, Ales ‘N Tails Oktoberfest supporters are able to enjoy a live Oompah Band and sample dozens and dozens of seasonal brews from around the corner and around the world, all set to the backdrop of the beautiful Essex County Turtle Back Zoo (560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052). In addition to traditional music and beers there will be local craft and food vendors on site. Ales ‘N Tails is a benefit for the Essex County Parks Foundation.
Turtle Back Zoo;560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ
Cost: $15 – $60
Historic Smithville’s Oktoberfest
October 5 & 6, 10AM – 5PM
For those in the know, Smithville’s Oktoberfest tradition has become synonymous with great food and family fun.Smithville presents over 100 Juried Crafters, an International Food Court, Music, Kids Activities, non- Profit organizations and more. All of this food and fun in addition to over 60 shoppes, Carousel rides, Train rides, Paddle boats, 7 eateries, and antique arcades that grace the Smithville Village year round!
Historic Smillville Village, Smithville, NJ
Cost: Free
Laurita OktoberFest with Food Trucks & Fire Pits
October 5 & 6
Food and wine lovers will converge at Laurita Winery in New Egypt for a Laurita Winery Gourmet Food Trucks and Fire Works weekend. Experience the trending Gourmet Food Truck offerings while sipping on wine and enjoying a seat to watch the Fire Works! Live music and good friends will make this day special!
Laurita Winery; 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: $8 in advance, $10 at the door
Annual Oktober Family Festival
October 12, 11AM – 7PM
The Little Falls PBA #346 will be hosting its Annual Oktober Family Festival. Gourmet Food Trucks, NJ Craft Beer,Live Music, Craft Vendors and Kids Play Area will make for a fantastic Fall Day. Face painting, Rock climbing Wall are just some of the activities available for kids. Event is CoSponsored by the Little Falls Shop-Rite and J&M Towing. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the NJ State PBA Survivor and Welfare Fund.
65 Union Avenue, Little Falls, NJ
Cost: $5, kids 10 and under are free
Forest Lodge’s Oktoberfest
October 12, 11AM – 5PM
Yodel on over to FOREST LODGE, 11 Reinman Rd. in Warren, NJ.The celebration begins Saturday, October 12th (rain date; Sunday, October 13). Gates Open 11am-5pm.Live music with the Doppelganger Band! Hearty German & American foods available for purchase. Don’t forget that cold German beer to wet your whistle! Kids will keep busy with Amusement Rides, Inflatables, carnival booths and more! Vendor Fair in the Park! Start your holiday shopping early.
FOREST LODGE, 11 Reinman Rd. in Warren, NJ
Cost: $8, 10 and under Free
New Brunswick 3rd Annual Oktoberfest
October 12, 12PM – 5PM
Oktoberfest is a fall celebration of music, food and community held in the New Brunswick City Center. Enjoy a variety of local and traditional food, craft brews to German beers and vendors that will keep your interest. Bring your friends and family to enjoy an afternoon of free kid’s activities, music, games, a photo booth and so much more! Party-goers are encouraged to get into the Oktoberfest spirit by wearing their best dirndl or lederhosen. The fun continues with live music throughout the day including; the School of Rock, the Pepperville Band, and more, along with traditional German music!
New Brunswick City Market; 109 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
5th Annual Columbus Day Weekend Oktoberfest
October 12 & 13
The Jersey Shores Authentic Oktoberfest Celebration in their tented Biergarten Roof top. Continuing the celebration that began with the Royal Wedding on October 12, 1810 of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen enjoy Food, Beer, Oktoberfest Merchandise, and Live Polka Bands.
527 Lake Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Laurita OktoberFest with Food Trucks & Fire Pits
October 19 & 20
Food and wine lovers will converge at Laurita Winery in New Egypt for a Laurita Winery Gourmet Food Trucks and Fire Works weekend. Experience the trending Gourmet Food Truck offerings while sipping on wine and enjoying a seat to watch the Fire Works! Live music and good friends will make this day special!
Laurita Winery; 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: $8 in advance, $10 at the door
Hamilton Oktoberfest
October 20, 11AM – 5:30PM (rain date: October 27)
A family Oktoberfest celebration with many family oriented activeities. Note: Alcoholic beverages will not be served at, nor permitted at, this event. This family event features, Amusements, Pumpkin Patch, Hay Rides, Corn Maze, Crafters, fire pits, a Jack ‘O Lantern Carving Contest, and the grand finale fireworks at dusk.
Veterans Park, 2306 Kuser Rd, Hamilton Township, NJ
Cost:Free to Attend
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