Oktoberfest - Best Spots for Refreshing Pints and Overflowing Taps
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Texas is home to a number of craft breweries and some even carry traditional brewing techniques from continental Europe. This history of bringing over family traditions is what makes Texas great and even better every October for the annual celebration of Oktoberfest. This is as ripe a time as any to flex those beer bellies and enjoy different shades of brews at the many craft breweries across the Lone Star State.
October is here and we’re going to kick it off with a cheat sheet of sorts to help all of you beer-hounds out there. Here are 18 of the best Texas Oktoberfest events, where you can enjoy great beer, food, and fun. Prost!
Wurstfest – New Braunfels
This 10-day festival celebrates all things sausage, and awesome beers. With over 100 taps flowing throughout the event, you’ll be able to find your favorite Texas brews or be adventurous and try something new. In addition to sausage samplers and other German fares, there’s also live music on multiple stages, carnival rides, and more.
November 4-13, 2022
120 Landa Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130
(830) 625-9167
Fredericksburg Oktoberfest – Fredericksburg
Enjoy a little taste of Fredericksburg’s German Heritage at this year’s 42nd Oktoberfest. There are plenty of German, local craft, and import beers on tap, as well as Texas wines from the Hill Country. You can also enjoy traditional German food like bratwurst, schnitzel, and pretzels (how long do pretzels last?). In addition to all the great food and drink, there’s live music, dancing, and other entertainment.
September 30, 2022 - October 2, 2022
100 Block of W., Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Oktoberfest Dinner with Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. - San Antonio
Hosted by Copa Wine Bar in collaboration with the Buffalo Bayou Brewing Company, the Oktoberfest Dinner offers a more laid-back atmosphere where you get to concentrate on the awesome five-course feast that’s expertly paired by the Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co.’s beer pairings that will be a treat for your taste buds.
October 8, 2022
19141 Stone Oak Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78258
Oktobeerfest by Black Star Co-op - Austin
This four-day festival features seasonal and regular brews from the Black Star Co - Op - a local brewery in Texas that represents the preferred taste of the members of this cooperative. They have an amazing special menu prepared for this year that features meat and vegan-friendly beer-food picks.
September 30, 2022 - October 4, 2022
7020 Easy Wind Dr, Austin, TX 78752
Oktoberfest Dallas – Dallas
This premier Oktoberfest festival in Dallas features live music, different offerings from local restaurants, and, of course, lot’s of beer from Oakland Highlands Brewery and Ben E. Keith Co. Plus, there are plenty of activities for kids throughout the scheduled day of the festival.
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October 1, 2022
8015 Doran Cir., Dallas, TX 75238
The Craft Brewers Festival - Austin
The Craft Brewers Festival is a collective effort of craft breweries in Austin. Expect over 200 unique Texan-crafted brews at this year’s festival. This coupled with different fun activities for the whole family is a perfect way to celebrate Oktoberfest and cap it all off with a resounding PROST!
October 1, 2022
2102 Jesse East Segovia St., Austin, TX 78702
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San Antonio Oktoberfest 2022 - San Antonio
Started back in 2014 at the Biergarten Riverwalk in San Antonio, this year’s Oktoberfest spans a whole month from September 12th till the 14the of November where you can expect live entertainment, sing-a-longs, ceremonial keg tapping, and a lot of good Bavarian-inspired fun for all.
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September 23, 2022 - November 14, 2022
126 Losoya St., San Antonio, TX 78205
Oktoberfest Granbury - Granbury
This 3-day event that will be held just off of the Granbury courthouse square is one of those trips that you make to enjoy some great brews backdropped by the small-town charms of Granbury, Texas. Here you’ll find a three-day with live, music, brews, and other German fares.
October 7 - 9, 2022
205 E Pearl, Granbury, TX 76048
Oktoberfest Southlake - Southlake
Hosted by the Southlake Chamber of Commerce, the Southlake Oktoberfest opens this year for its 21st year celebrating this great German tradition. Over 100,000 people visit the festival that’s held over a weekend where everyone can enjoy different kinds of food, beverages, booth loot for sale, and some awesome live entertainment.
October 14 - 16, 2022
185 S White Chapel Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092
Surftoberfest - Corpus Christi
Surftoberfest is like your regular Oktoberfest but with the added awesomeness of celebrating this German tradition by the sea in Corpus Christi, Texas. Celebrate with great food, live music, and great local attractions while you enjoy the fresh coastal breeze - beer-in-hand.
October 23, 2022
309 N. Water St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Kaufman Harvest Fest - Kaufman
The Kaufman Harvest Fest is an annual event that is jam-packed with music, wine, a beer tent, and good times. And before the concert, you can enjoy a colorful parade on Washington Street or free family-friendly activities that your kids are sure to enjoy.
October 22, 2022
Kaufman Sports Complex, 595 Terrell Highway, Kaufman, TX 75142
The Kingwood Oktoberfest - Kingwood
In its 5th year, the Kingwood Oktoberfest is one of the annual events you can enjoy in Kingwood, Texas. If you’re planning to go, you and your family can enjoy different fun activities that will span the whole day. Bratwurst, sauerkraut (how long does sauerkraut last?), fun games for both kids and adults, and beer from DECA Beer Company.
October 15, 2022
1901 Woodland Hills Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339
Alamo Beer Company Oktoberfest - San Antonio
Kicking off with the Tapping of the keg by Mayor Ron Nirenberg, the Alamo Beer Company Oktoberfest will feature live German music, clogging performances, and a wide selection of beers from the Alamo Beer Co. Checkout their Oktoberfest Marzenbeir that’s available on tap - perfect for the occasion.
October 21 - 24, 2022
202 Lamar St, San Antonio, TX 78202
German-Texan Heritage Society Oktoberfest - Austin
The German-Texan Heritage Society (GTHS) Oktoberfest in Austin, Texas is a fun filled festival celebrating the German heritage of Austin. Located in the Red River Cultural District, you’ll find historical German-Texan Heritage sites while you enjoy the day and enjoy all things German.
October 8, 2022
507 East 10th Street Austin, Austin, TX 78701
Oktoberfest 2022 by Southern Star Brewing Co. - Conroe
The Texan brewery featuring the Bombshell Blonde, the Southern Star Brewing Co. is prepped for this year’s German-inspired festivities. Live music by the Homebrewed Brass Ensemble, German foods, games, and, of course, special brews by the Southern Star Brewing Co.
October 8, 2022
3525 N Frazier St, Conroe, TX 77303
Island Oktoberfest - Galveston
A fun family weekend in Galveston, Texas awaits at this year’s 40th Annual Galveston Oktoberfest. This 2-day festival celebrates the German heritage of the historic Galveston, Texas. Expect the tapping of the keg on the first day, music, good times, arts & crafts, and some pretty fun children’s rides.
October 21 - 22, 2022
2415 Winnie St. Downtown, Galveston, TX 77550
Texas Renaissance Festival Oktoberfest Weekend - Todd Mission
This festive event at the Texas Renaissance Festival celebrates German heritage through traditional German Music, polka dancing, German foods, and a refreshing stein of beer. Also, be sure to take part in the three German-themed contests.
October 8 - 9, 2022
21778 Farm to Market, 1774 Todd Mission, TX 77363
Irving Oktoberfest – Irving
If you’re looking for an Oktoberfest that’s jam-packed with fun activities, great food, and beer, Irving Oktoberfest might just be right up your alley. If you’re a bit of a marathon fan, they will host a 5K run and, after sweating it out, enjoy their bountiful brews, bratwursts, and mega-sized pretzels!
October 1, 2022
316 Las Colinas Blvd W, Irving, TX 75039
It’s time to flex those beer bellies and get ready for some German-inspired brews. This year’s Texan Oktoberfest is sure to have your weekends packed with fun, games, and live entertainment. Just the right combination of festivities for you and your family to enjoy. Also, don’t forget to bring a designated driver! Prost!
