
Durham Beer Garden, 812 N Mangum Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1 to 10 p.m.
It’s free to attend.
Enjoy a full day of German beer, food, live music, competitions and Oktoberfest fun, including pretzel necklace making.
Check out a big list of Oktoberfest celebrations throughout the Triangle!
German-Style Beers: They’ll be pouring a variety of traditional styles, including Märzen, Festbier, Kölsch, Hefeweizen & Pilsner.
Collectible Durham Beer Garden Steins: Grab your own DBG Oktoberfest stein and enjoy discounted refills throughout the celebration!
Special German Food Menu: Brats • Schnitzel • Pretzels
Event Schedule
- 3:30 p.m.: Costume Contest Begins
- 4:30 p.m.: Men’s & Women’s Stein Hoisting Competition
- 6 p.m.: Costume Contest Winners Announced (must be present to win!)
- 6 to 9 p.m.: Live Music
- 6:30 p.m.: Nail Driving Competition
- 7 to 10 p.m.: After Party
All competition and event sign-ups will take place the day of the event, so come early, grab a stein, and get ready to celebrate!
Oktoberfest celebrations in the Triangle in 2026
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