October 2–4, 2026
Free Admission
Free Parking

Fort Myers

Fort Myers Oktoberfest

Fort Myers' biggest Munich-style beer hall party.

Opening Day
Friday, October 2
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Main Event
Saturday, October 3
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Oktoberfest After Dark (Y2K Edition): 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Family Day / Kill the Kegs
Sunday, October 4
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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What's In Store

More Than a Festival

Authentic German Family Food

Authentic German Family Food

Bratwurst, schnitzel, sauerbraten, stews, roasts, and more.

Beer Hall Music

Beer Hall Music

Live streamed direct from Munich.

House Brewed German Beers

House Brewed German Beers

Festbier, dunkelweizen, märzen, and more.

Scratch Made Pretzels

Scratch Made Pretzels

Baked fresh, right here.

Steinhoisting Contests

Steinhoisting Contests

And double stein hoisting!

Eating Contests

Eating Contests

Brats, schnitzel, pretzel — bring your appetite.

Millennial Oktoberfest Girls

Millennial Oktoberfest Girls

To serve and delight.

BYO Stein Deal

BYO Stein Deal

Just $1 more than regular menu price for a pint to fill your entire stein!

Oktoberfest Cocktail Menu

Oktoberfest Cocktail Menu

Harvest punch, pumpkin pie white russian, candy apple frozen, pumpkin hard cider, and more.

Pet and Family Friendly

Pet and Family Friendly

Leashed pups and all ages welcome in the beer garden.

On the House

Get a Free Drink on Us

Drop your info below and we'll save you a free beer or seltzer, on the house, when you check in at the event.

One free drink per person. Must be 21+ with valid ID to redeem alcoholic beverages. Show your code at the redemption tent. Free drink redemption is valid until 5 PM.

Every Day

Festival Schedule

Happening Every Day
Authentic Food

Served during all event hours from the best German family food vendor in SWFL, The Meat Cottage.

Steinhoisting

Stein hoisting contests will be held at least once per hour based on attendee participation. Sign-up sheets will be posted — as each sheet fills, a contest will be run.

Beer Hall Music

Authentic live music streams direct from the big event in Munich, playing throughout the festival all weekend long. Beer Hall Sing-A-Longs happen inside the main brewery, with live-stream karaoke-style videos on all screens for everyone to join in.

House German Beers

Brewed in house, served while supplies last during the entire festival: G'Suffa Märzen, DTF Festbier, and Hasselhoffer Hefeweizen.

Fresh Made Pretzels

Available from Mama Mandy's German food truck all weekend long!

Oktoberfest Girls

Our incredible staff, plus a special appearance from the Millennial Oktoberfest Girls from 3–7 PM on Saturday!

Non-Alcohol / Kid Friendly Drinks

A whole menu of alcohol free options will be available the entire weekend!

Cocktail Menu

Our special Oktoberfest fall cocktail menu is available during all open hours of the festival at the main bar inside the brewery.

Opening Day
Friday, October 2
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
5:00 PM
Opening Ceremonies, First Beer Pour, Authentic Food Begins Service
6:00 PM
Opening Steinhoisting Contest
7:00 PM
2026 GASC Ms. Oktoberfest Presentation and Ceremonial Toast
8:00 PM
Opening Keg Hoisting Contest
9:00 PM
Opening Beer Hall Sing-A-Long

Schedule of events is subject to change based on weather, vendor readiness, crowd impact, and other factors beyond our control.

The Main Event
Saturday, October 3
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Oktoberfest After Dark (Y2K Edition)
10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
12:00 PM
Gates Open, First Beer Pour, Authentic Food Service Begins
1:00 PM
Beer Hall Sing-A-Long
2:00 PM
Schnitzel Eating Contest
3:00 PM
Beer Hall Sing-A-Long, Oktoberfest Girls Arrive
4:00 PM
Pretzel Eating Contest
5:00 PM
Beer Hall Sing-A-Long
6:00 PM
Bratwurst Eating Contest
7:00 PM
Beer Hall Sing-A-Long
8:00 PM
German Platter Eating Contest
9:00 PM
Beer Hall Sing-A-Long

Schedule of events is subject to change based on weather, vendor readiness, crowd impact, and other factors beyond our control.

Family Day / Kill the Kegs
Sunday, October 4
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
12:00 PM
Gates Open, First Beer Pour, Authentic Food Service Begins
1:00 PM
Kids Pretzel Eating Contest
2:00 PM
Kids Steinhoisting Contest
3:00 PM
Beer Hall Sing-A-Long
4:00 PM
Bratwurst Eating Contest

Schedule of events is subject to change based on weather, vendor readiness, crowd impact, and other factors beyond our control.

Find Us

Downtown Fort Myers

1811 Royal Palm Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901

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Good to Know

FAQ

Is this event family-friendly?
Yes — all ages welcome until 8 PM. After 8 PM it's 18+ only.
Can I bring my dog?
Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome in the outdoor beer garden.
Is there parking?
Yes — free parking is available in the grass lot behind the church. Paid parking ($3) is also available in the county lot across the street — just show your receipt inside and we'll issue a credit to your tab for the parking fee.
What if it rains?
Rain or shine — most of the event is covered.