Orange County Oktoberfest Events 2026

Find Oktoberfest events in Orange County for 2026, including celebrations in Huntington Beach, Brea, Yorba Linda, Garden Grove and other OC cities. Events range from family-friendly festivals to 21+ beer celebrations with German food, live music, dancing and traditional Oktoberfest activities. Oktoberfest originated in Munich in 1810 as a celebration of the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese. Today, Oktoberfest celebrations commonly begin in September and continue into October. Event dates and details can change, so confirm current information with the linked organizer before attending.

Upcoming Orange County Oktoberfest Events 2026

Old World Village

September 12 - November 8, 2026
7561 Center Ave, Huntington Beach, CA

Wednesdays & Thursdays: 6:00 PM–10:00 PM (all ages)
Fridays: 6:00 PM–1:00 AM (21+ only)
Saturdays: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM (all ages) and 6:00 PM–1:00 AM (21+ only)
Sundays: 12:00 PM–7:00 PM (all ages)

It does not get much more authentic than Oktoberfest at the German-themed Old World Village in Huntington Beach. This long-running Orange County Oktoberfest is held Wednesday through Sunday during the season, with live entertainment and a mix of all-ages and 21+ sessions.

Admission: Wednesdays and Thursdays are free with advance admission or $5 day-of/at the door; children 12 and under are free. Friday admission starts at $10 in advance. Sunday admission is $10 advance / $15 door; free after 5 PM. Old World also has a clear-bag policy, so review the current event rules before attending.

More at Old World

Old World Village is a German Village with a variety of shops. At Old World Village you will find:

Old World German Restaurant
Old World German Bakery
German sausages and bratwurst
German Deli
Imported Beers & Spirits and the German Pub
European Market

The Phoenix Club of Brea

Saturdays, October 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2026 | 4:30 PM–10:30 PM | Ages 21+
Sundays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2026 | 11:30 AM–5:00 PM | All ages
375 West Central Avenue, Brea, CA 92821

Oktoberfest at the Phoenix Club returns to its Brea location. Celebrate in the indoor Beer Hall and Bierstube or outside in the patio Biergarten with German music, dancing, food, drinks, contests and more. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

SteelCraft Oktoberfest

SteelCraft Garden Grove
12900 S Euclid St, Garden Grove
Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 2:00 PM–10:00 PM (Past)

Celebrate Oktoberfest with craft beer, food specials, live polka music and a makers market. Activities include a best-dressed contest, wiener dog races, and separate men’s and women’s stein-holding contests.

St. Irenaeus Annual Oktoberfest

St. Irenaeus Catholic Church
5201 Evergreen Ave., Cypress, CA
Saturday, October 3, 2026

Enjoy live music, pretzels, German style dinner and dessert, games, dancing, and a selection of beer and wine. Presale tickets can be purchased online.

St. Martin de Porres Oktoberfest

19767 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda
October 2–4, 2026 | Friday: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM | Saturday: 2:00 PM–11:00 PM | Sunday: 1:00 PM–8:00 PM

This Oktoberfest carnival includes rides, games, entertainment, bingo, food and drinks, and much more. Come out for a weekend of fun and celebrate this fall tradition.

Boo Ha Ha – A Haunted Oktoberfest

OC Fair & Event Center
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM–11:30 PM

Boo Ha Ha will feature 3 hours of unlimited tastings from some of the nation’s top breweries. Plus, enjoy samples of Oktoberfest, German-style lagers, seasonal and special releases, IPAs, seltzer, cider and more.

Hangar 24 Irvine Oktoberfest

Hangar 24 Orange County
Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 11:00 AM–11:45 PM

This ticketed Oktoberfest includes live music, traditional German games, German-inspired food, a limited-release Oktoberfest lager and commemorative mugs while supplies last.

Concordia University Irvine OktoberFest Celebration

Concordia University Irvine
Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 3:30 PM–8:30 PM

Part of Concordia’s 50th-anniversary celebration, this public, family-friendly event features free music and tours, with food and drinks available.

Fullerton Puptoberfest

Hunt Branch Library, Fullerton
Sunday, October 11, 2026 | 1:00 PM–5:00 PM

A dog-friendly twist on Oktoberfest with dog races, costume contests, a beer garden, food trucks and activities for kids.

Lake Mission Viejo Oktoberfest

Lake Mission Viejo
Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 4:00 PM–8:30 PM

Members and invited guests only. The Lake Mission Viejo Association’s Oktoberfest is not a general public event; attendance is limited to LMVA members and their invited guests.

More Oktoberfests

Radiant Beer Co.: September 18–20, 2026 in Anaheim (Past). The weekend includes German music Friday; steinholding competitions, German trivia, yodeling and Hammerschlagen Saturday; and festbiers throughout the weekend.
Oktoberfest Night Market: Mission Viejo: Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 5:00 PM–9:00 PM | 25282 Marguerite Parkway (Past). Features the Backdraft Firemen Band, a stein-holding contest, carnival games, 50+ vendors, food vendors and beer from TapTruck OC.
Brewery X: 3191 East La Palma Ave., Anaheim | September TBA, 2026. A 2026 Oktoberfest date has not yet been confirmed.
Newport Beach Oktoberfest Bar Crawl: Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 4:00 PM–10:00 PM. Check-in is at Baja Sharkeez, 114 McFadden Place, with access to multiple participating venues.
Oktoboofest: Downtown Fullerton Plaza | October 29, 2026
OKTOBERFEST by Huntington Beach Host Lions | Thursday, October 29, 2026
Pumpkin City Oktoberfest Beer Garden | Laguna Hills | All October long
Karl Strauss Oktoberfest & Keep-the-Stein Promotion | Anaheim & Costa Mesa | Seasonal 2026 brewery promotion, not a single-day festival. The promotion includes Oktoberfest Märzen, a Beer Brat Double Smash, and filled collectible steins while supplies last: 0.5L for $15 or 1L for $25.

Orange County Elks Lodges

Most of the Orange County Elks Lodges hold Oktoberfest events, also known as Elktoberfest. Usually you have to be a member or a guest of a member but some are open to the public. A Santa Ana Elks Oktoberfest is listed for Friday, October 2, 2026 at Santa Ana Elks Lodge #794, 1751 S. Elks Lane. Confirm admission requirements with the lodge before attending.

Orange County American Legions

Many of the American Legion Chapters host Oktoberfest events as well with proceeds benefitting Veterans organizations. You may need to be a member to attend some events, but several are open to the public, or you can attend as a guest of a member. One such Oktoberfest event is Midway City American Legion Chapter 555.

California Oktoberfests

If you are feeling adventurous, consider these Oktoberfest celebrations elsewhere in California and make a weekend out of it.

Orange County Oktoberfest FAQs

When does Oktoberfest start and end?

The traditional Munich Oktoberfest generally runs for 16 to 18 days, beginning in mid- or late September and ending in early October.

Why Does Oktoberfest Start in September?

When Oktoberfest began in 1810, it took place entirely in October. Over time, the festival moved earlier in the year to take advantage of longer days and warmer September weather while still continuing into October.

Are Orange County Oktoberfest events family-friendly?

Many are, but age policies vary by event and sometimes by day or time. Some celebrations offer all-ages daytime sessions and switch to ages 21+ in the evening. Check the organizer current rules before attending with children.

Do Orange County Oktoberfest events require tickets?

It depends on the event. Some Oktoberfest celebrations are free, while others require paid admission, advance tickets or reservations. Follow the event link in each listing for current admission details.

What should you wear to Oktoberfest?

Casual festival clothing is fine unless the organizer specifies otherwise. Traditional Bavarian attire such as lederhosen and dirndls is popular at many Oktoberfest celebrations but is generally optional.

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