Oktoberfest in New York City

If you can’t be in Germany for Oktoberfest, New York is probably the next best place to celebrate. While the official Oktoberfest kicks off in September, the annual celebration continues on into the month of October. This week, we’ve scouted some of the best Octoberfest activities in New York City.

Oktoberfest originated in Munich, Germany on October 12, 1810. It began as the celebration of the marriage of the crown prince of Bavaria, who would become King Louis I, to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. The celebration became an annual event and grew in popularity. Eventually it was exported globally becoming the festival known as Oktoberfest. Prost!

One of the largest and lengthiest Oktoberfest celebrations takes place on Pier 15 right on the waterfront at Watermark Bar. Watermark’s OktoberFest boasts steins of German beer, giant pretzels, bratwursts and plenty of people in lederhosen. Reservations are recommended and VIP packages are available for maximum enjoyment. The open air festival runs through October 31.

Through October 31

Pier 15

78 South St

New York, NY 10002

Zum Schneider’s German restaurant is bringing back its famed Oktoberfest this year; and it’s the first time in three years, so get ready for a very festive crowd. The Oktoberfest event is housed under a giant tent with blue ribbons running across the ceiling while the sounds of beer steins clinking below set the mood. There’s dancing led by the professional Schlierachtaler Schuhplattler dancers clad in Lederhosen in traditional Bavarian style, and the fun continues with a game-and photo booth in the Biergarten. The Oktoberfest celebrations also include imported beer and traditional Bavarian food. Reserve tickets online; options vary from VIP to day passes.

September 30- October 9, 2022

3 Dollar Bill in Bushwick

260 Meserole Street

Brooklyn, NY 11206

Putting a spin on the traditional act of drinking German beers, this festival focuses on locally brewed New York beers. At the Brooklyn Navy Yard, you can join in the block party and sample beers from breweries such as Evil Twin, KCBC, Other Half and more. Food vendors and local food trucks will also be on site to make sure you don’t go hungry. Tunes will be provided by DJ Bles-sed. Tickets are available online for $55.

Saturday, October 1, 2022

1:00 – 4:30pm

Brooklyn Navy Yard

63 Flushing Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11205

The Chelsea Market is getting into the spirit of Oktoberfest with a smorgasbord of themed activities this weekend. From special menu items to Bavarian themed goods to live music from The Swedish Meatballs, the Chelsea Market is all in for Oktoberfest. It’s the perfect place to pick up something for a party or just relax at one of the restaurants and grab a bite with your friends. Prost!

September 29 – October 2, 2022

75 Ninth Ave

New York, NY 10011

If you’re looking to do Oktoberfest on a budget, you won’t want to miss The Tasting Room’s Oktoberfest celebration on Sunday, October 2. The free event even includes $2 off Pilsner and Oktoberfest beers. But there’s more to it than just beer. A stein-holding contest is set to test the muscles of the strongest drinkers, and the Polka Brothers Band will perform traditional German songs along with modern pop music. Sausages, pretzels, wienerschnitzels and more will be available for purchase along with traditional steins.

October 2, 2022

Brooklyn Brewery

79 North 11th Street

Brooklyn, NY 11249

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