Milwaukee Area Oktoberfest Guide: Fall 2026

Milwaukee Area Oktoberfest Guide: Fall 2026

Milwaukee’s Oktoberfest season includes lakefront festivals, suburban celebrations and traditional German gatherings. This 2026 guide lists only dates that could be confirmed through current official or destination sources.

Confirmed 2026 dates

• Milwaukee Oktoberfest: October 2–4 at Henry Maier Festival Park.

• Cedarburg Oktoberfest: October 3–4 in downtown Cedarburg.

• German Hunsrucker Oktoberfest: September 26–27 at Dheinsville Historic Park in Germantown.

• Bayside Oktoberfest: October 10–11, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Ellsworth Park.

Check the organizer before attending

Several recurring celebrations had not published a current 2026 date when this guide was refreshed. Do not assume that last year’s date, admission price or entertainment lineup will repeat.

Family planning tips

• Confirm the exact date and daily hours on the organizer’s site.

• Review age policies and family programming for the time you plan to attend.

• Check parking, transit and payment information.

• Bring layers for cool evening weather.

• Verify ticket prices and free-admission windows before purchasing.

Explore the North Shore Oktoberfest guide

Milwaukee Oktoberfest is confirmed for October 2–4, 2026, at Henry Maier Festival Park. Check the current organizer page for hours, tickets, parking and entertainment.

September 5-October 5
Bavarian Bierhaus, Glendale

Milwaukee's longest-running Oktoberfest tradition, celebrating over 60 years every weekend. This authentic venue offers the most extensive celebration period, with Friday admission at $5, Saturday $10, and Sundays Bavarian Bierhaus 2026 status: The official Oktoberfest page still displayed last season’s thank-you message when this guide was refreshed. Confirm 2026 dates and prices directly with the Bierhaus.completely free. Their traditional menu features Usinger's sausage, fresh Bavarian pretzels, and schnitzel alongside imported German beers.

Third Space Brewing Oktoberfest

Third Space Brewing 2026 status: A current official Oktoberfest announcement was not verified. Check the brewery’s event calendar before planning a visit.

Waukesha Oktoberfest 2026 status: Confirm the current dates, hours and programming with the City of Waukesha before attending.

Elktoberfest 2026 status: Confirm the current schedule with the Elkhart Lake organizer before making travel plans.

Cedarburg Oktoberfest

Cedarburg Oktoberfest is confirmed for October 3–4, 2026, in downtown Cedarburg. Check the organizer for daily hours, vendors and family activities.

Elm Grove Oktoberfest 2026 status: Confirm dates, hours and ticket details with the Elm Grove Community Foundation.

Dheinsville Dachshund Dash

German Hunsrucker Oktoberfest is confirmed for September 26–27, 2026, at Dheinsville Historic Park in Germantown.

Greater Racine Oktoberfest 2026 status: Confirm the current schedule with the event organizer before traveling.

Racine Zoo Oktoberfest 2026 status: Check the Zoo’s current event calendar for a confirmed date and ticket information.

Additional recurring Oktoberfest celebrations may announce 2026 dates later. This guide will not repeat old schedules without current confirmation. For the most reliable plan, use the organizer’s own calendar shortly before attending.