A Celebration of Beer and Sausages: The Best Oktoberfests in New York

Oktoberfest is the perfect excuse to celebrate the arrival of autumn and have a drink with friends. Secret nyc tells about the best beer festivals in New York.

Interestingly enough, Oktoberfest is actually celebrated in Germany from mid to late September. Since the festivities are so fun, there will be plenty of events in our city throughout October as well.

1. Stone Street Oktoberfest

• When: September 21, September 28, October 5, October 12, October 19, October 26.

One of New York City's largest Oktoberfest celebrations is returning to Stone Street this year, closing down the street and hosting festivities over several Saturdays in September and October. Expect all manner of German beer served in traditional German glassware (Spaten, Franziskaner, Blue Point Brewing), food (pretzels, bratwurst, etc.), stein-holding contests, live music, fun games, and wait staff dressed in traditional dirndls and lederhosen.

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Entry to the street festival is free, and food will be sold on the street by participating bars and restaurants! More details can be found here here.

2. Oktoberfest at Loreley Beer Garden

• When: September 12 – October 31.
• Where: 7 Rivington St.

Loreley Beer Garden has been celebrating Oktoberfest for over 20 years. In 2024, it will once again offer keg beer and tastings of roast pork on weekends, lederhosen and dirndl, as well as pretzels, sausages and beer specials every day. restaurant has one of the largest heated outdoor beer gardens in Manhattan, as well as a wide selection of German and craft beers, wines, and spirits. There's also a menu of giant pretzels, schnitzels, and more. Consider offerings like Liter Stein Wednesdays and Giant Pretzel Thursdays. Check out the full list of daily specials here.

3. Oktoberfest Block Party at The Standard

• When: September 21 – October 5.
• Where: 848 Washington St.

The Standard, High Line is also gearing up for Oktoberfest this year. The festivities kick off on September 21 with a massive New York-style party. The Meatpacking festivities will take over Washington Street between 13th and Little West 12th Streets, with carnival games, a Ferris wheel, contests, cookie decorating, DJs, pretzels, bratwursts, and “every beer you can imagine.” Admission is free, but you can purchase tickets to ride the rides and buy games, food, and drinks.

In addition, after a large-scale parties The Biergarten will host a two-week outdoor program (September 21 to October 5) featuring flower crown making, cookie decorating, German beer tastings, indoor carnivals and more.

Tickets for the party can be purchased in advance here!

4. Oktoberfest Cruise with Circle Line

• When: September 28 – November 10.
• Where: Pier 83 – 12th Ave. & W 42nd St.

New York City’s most famous sightseeing cruise provider, Circle Line, is opening its fall season just in time for Oktoberfest. It offers Oktoberfest-themed food and drinks, live music, and unrivaled views of fall foliage as guests cruise the Hudson River. They’ll set sail for Bear Mountain and pass dozens of Instagram-worthy spots. Trips depart at 9 a.m., arrive at Bear Mountain around 00:11 a.m., and return to the New York City Pier at 30 p.m.

This is the most amazing scenic cruise filled with Bavarian pretzels, German beer, sausages and apple cider donuts.

To find out more and book your trip, click here.

5. Oktoberfest at Radegast Hall and Biergarten

• When: September 21, 28 and October 5.
• Where: 113 N 3rd St, Brooklyn.

One of the noisiest and most amazing Brooklyn Beer Gardens, Radegast Hall, is hosting a grand Oktoberfest celebration this year. There are plenty of events to enjoy from 15 p.m.

To keep the spirits up, there will be a live brass band, men's and women's cup-holding competitions, a ceremonial keg opening and a DJ. We highly recommend booking a table for this event as they fill up fast! You can check availability here here.

6. Zum Schneider's Oktoberfest Tent

• When: September 26 – October 6.
• Where: 3 Dollar Bill – 260 Meserole St, Brooklyn.

Zum Schneider is organizing an incredible celebration of "Munich in Brooklyn". This year they are opening the doors of their beautiful Oktoberfest tent again with an original atmosphere, giant pretzels, sausages, tireless music and fun from Mösl Franzi and the band JaJaJas Oompah. Of course, there will be exclusive imported Oktoberfest beers from Weihenstephan and other places. Find out more here.

7. Oktoberfest at Black Forest Brooklyn

• When: September 21 – October 16.
• Where: Fort Greene - 733 Fulton St. / Boerum Hill – 181 Smith St.

For the 11th year, Black Forest Brooklyn is hosting a series of massive Oktoberfest parties at both of its locations over six weekends in the fall. Each party will feature authentic decorations, a German Oompah band, specialty drinks and food, and a mug-holding and costume contest with prizes. Put on your best pair of Lederhosen, gather your friends, and enjoy the festivities! Learn more here.

8. German American Oktoberfest in Central Park

• When: Saturday, September 21.
• Where: E 71st St., Rumsey Field in Central Park.

Head to Rumsey Field, Summerstage in Central Park for the German-American Oktoberfest and join in on a celebration of friendship, music, food and drink. Enjoy pints of delicious German beer and enjoy vibrant sets from amazing live bands.

Find out more about the holiday here!

9. Dickson's Farmstand Meats Oktoberfest Celebration

• When: September 27, 20:00.
• Where: Dickson's Butcher Shop & Restaurant - lower level Chelsea Market, 75 9th Avenue.

Dickson's Farmstand Meats is hosting an Oktoberfest tasting event. Accompanied by a live brass band and a late-night German disco, guests can enjoy beers from a variety of local brewers offering their own interpretations of Oktoberfest classics. Of course, there will be plenty of sausages, stews, smoked meats, and sauerkraut.

Tickets start at $65. You can buy them and learn more about the event here here.

10. Long Island Craft Beer Fest

• When: October 5, 13:00.
• Where: Tanger Outlets Deer Park – 1700 The Arches Circle, Deer Park, NY.

Sample over 150 craft beers at this massive festival on Long Island in October. The Oktoberfest-inspired beer festival features a variety of New York City breweries, plus live music, interactive games, and festive food! Get tickets here here!

11. Oktoberfest at Clinton Hall

• When: September 25, 18:00–20:00.
• Where: 16 W 36th St.

Clinton Hall is also hosting Oktoberfest for a night filled with food, beer, games, and live music. Enjoy amazing German-inspired dishes like Chicken Bratwurst, Knackwurst, Cheddar Bratwurst, and giant pretzels with beer cheese fondue. In addition to German food, drinks and live music will keep the party going! And on Thursday, October 3rd at 19:00 PM, all venues will host a special mug-lifting contest. The winner will receive a $50 Clinton Hall gift card!