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15th Annual Durham Oktoberfest at Motorco on Sept. 13

The 15th Annual Durham Oktoberfest celebration takes place at Motorco, 723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Session 1 is from 1 to 5 p.m. and session 2 is from 6 to 10 p.m. Indoor bleacher seating is $22.46, a Veranda Table for 4 people is $56.91, and a Veranda Table for 8 people is $110.73. Purchase tickets here. Enjoy music and dancing from The Little German … [Read more...] about 15th Annual Durham Oktoberfest at Motorco on Sept. 13

Oktoberfest at Durham Co-op Market Sept. 6

Durham Co-op Market, 1111 West Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. It's free to attend. If you RSVP you'll receive one free pretzel. Traditional Oktoberfest attire encouraged. There will be prizes for the best dressed. Enjoy music, German style beers, … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Durham Co-op Market Sept. 6

Free: Oktoberfest at Bull McCabes in Durham Sep 6

Celebrate Oktoberfest at Bull McCabes, 427 West Main Street in Durham, on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.  The event is free and family friendly. It will feature dance-offs and stein-hoisting competitions. … [Read more...] about Free: Oktoberfest at Bull McCabes in Durham Sep 6

Smithfield Oktoberfest October 11

Head to Downtown Historic Smithfield, North Carolina, for Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free event. Smithfield’s Annual Oktoberfest is back and better than ever! Join us in Downtown Smithfield for a lively, family-friendly celebration of all things German. Enjoy a variety of craft beers, delicious German food, traditional pub games, a vendor … [Read more...] about Smithfield Oktoberfest October 11

Apex Oktoberfest on October 11

The Town of Apex and American Legion Post 124 are hosting Apex Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event takes place on the Apex Town Hall campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC. The event includes: There's no admission charge. Pay for food and drink. Several breweries will be at the event. … [Read more...] about Apex Oktoberfest on October 11

Oktoberfest at Old Mill Farm Oct 5

Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC Highway 751 South, Durham, is hosting an Oktoberfest party on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 12 to 8 p.m. The festival will feature: General admission starts at $10 for everyone age 3 and older. Purchase tickets here. Premium Admission is $25 per person and includes parking & admission, plus two drinks & a hot pretzel. Group Admission is $30 and … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Old Mill Farm Oct 5

Saxapahaw Oktoberfest — harvest market, bands, kids’ activities, more..

Saxapahaw Oktoberfest takes place Friday, October 13, 2023, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is free. The event will take place at the River Amphitheater and Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw Bethlehem Church Road, Saxapahaw, North Carolina. It includes a harvest market, live music, brews, food, kids' activities and more. Bands include Addy B and Friends and Curtis Eller's American … [Read more...] about Saxapahaw Oktoberfest — harvest market, bands, kids’ activities, more..

12th Annual Korktoberfest at Raleigh Wine Shop Oct 7-9

Raleigh Wine Shop, 317 S Bloodworth Street, Raleigh, is holding its 12th Annual Korktoberfest on Friday, October 7th, to Sunday, October 9th, 2022. The hours are 12 to 6 p.m. Enjoy free tastings, special local guests, featured wines by the glass, and the shop's semi-annual storewide sale! Highlights for the weekend include: Wine up to 25% offBuy More, Save MoreShop In-store and … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Korktoberfest at Raleigh Wine Shop Oct 7-9

Oktoberfest party at Blue Note Grill

The Blue Note Grill, at 709 Washington Street, Durham, NC, is hosting an Oktoberfest party on Saturday, October 8th, 2022, from 12 to 3 p.m. There's no cover charge for the event, but donations will benefit Smile Together, an organization that supports kids with cleft and craniofacial condition. The NC Polka Time Allstars will be performing. This family-friendly event also features a … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest party at Blue Note Grill

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