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Is There an Oktoberfest in Michigan?
Heck yeah! Michigan knows how to celebrate Oktoberfest! See our huge list and interactive map of Oktoberfest celebrations in Michigan's upper and lower peninsula. You are bound to find an Oktoberfest near you!
Where: Heritage Park, 601 Weiss St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734 held in Michigan's Little Bavaria!
When:
Thursday September 18, 2025 starting at 3:00 pm and closing at 10:00pm. Official Keg Tapping will be at 6:30pm.
Friday and Saturday hours are Noon to Midnight
Sunday Noon - 4:00 pm
Tickets for the Frankenmuth Oktoberfest can be purchased at the gate.
Tickets are $10.00 per person per day. Kids 15 & under FREE.
Oh, and you HAVE to see the Weiner Dog Races on September 20th, 2025 Hysterical!
Lord Mayor Christian Ude and the German Parliament from Munich gave the proclamation in 1996. It stated that Frankenmuth's Oktoberfest was the first Oktoberfest to operate with the blessing of the original Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. With this proclamation, Frankenmuth's Oktoberfest was moved to September to coincide with the opening of the Munich event. Also, for the first time in history, the Hofbrauhaus brewery of Munich exported their beer to the United States. What an honor! The Hofbrauhaus became the official beer sponsor of the Frankenmuth Oktoberfest in 1997. Cool, huh!
Since Frankenmuth has such a unique German heritage and culture, it's the perfect place to celebrate a Michigan Oktoberfest! Frankenmuth Oktoberfest strives to preserve the sights and sounds of the Munich Oktoberfest. Enjoy authentic entertainment, dancing, German bands, Oktoberfest souvenirs, food, and authentic Hofbrauhaus Oktoberfest beer.
What city had the first Oktoberfest in Michigan?
Frankenmuth's Oktoberfest was declared the first Oktoberfest to operate with the blessing of the original Oktoberfest in Munich!
2. Brown Iron Brewhouse Annual Oktoberfest Celebrations
When: Friday, September 19, 2025 - Sunday, September 28, 2025
Monday to Friday after 3 pm and Saturday to Sunday all day long! Trivia too!
Enjoy German music and games throughout the event!
Enjoy delicious German food specials to go along with a variety of 25+ German beers on tap! Traditional German cuisine and regular menu.
Two Locations:
57695 Van Dyke Avenue, Washington, MI, 48094
30955 Woodward Avenue, Suite 510, Royal Oak, MI
3. 2025 Traverse City Germanfest | Northwest Michigan
Where: Trinity Lutheran Church & School, 1003 S Maple St, Traverse City, MI 49684.
When:
Sept 26, 2025, 6:00-10:00 pm. Buy your tickets early online.
Sept 14 thru Sept 28, 2025 - Online Auction
Come out to gorgeous Traverse City Michigan for Germanfest under the big tent! Enjoy a strolling dinner, live band, bier & wein… all to share in fun and support for Trinity Lutheran Church & School. There will be a freewill offering to enter. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
4. St. Joseph Oktoberfest at St. Joseph Shrine in Detroit: Super fun Southeast Michigan Oktoberfest
Where: St. Joseph Shrine, 1828 Jay St, Detroit, MI 48207
When: St. Joseph Oktoberfest - September 12 -14, 2025
Hours:
Friday: 4-8pm
Saturday: 10-8pm
Sunday: 10-6pm
German-inspired food, beer and music. Family carnival rides, raffles. Located across from Eastern Market in Detroit.
You can also enjoy German beer in Detroit at:
Jacoby’s German Biergarten- Emphasis on German beers
Batch Brewing Company
Bierkeller
Kuhnhenn Brewing
Cheers!
Photo above by Alex of Bayevs Kitchen, his onion rings look amazing!
5. 2025 Grand Rapids Michigan Oktoberfest Celebration | Southwest Michigan
Oktoberfest Grand Rapids is an annual event. OktoberfestGR is free to attend, all ages and welcome to all!
The event features Imported German Beer, Food, Games and Live Music.
Where: Riverside Park, 3061 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
When: Friday September 26, 2025 from 3pm to 10pm and Saturday September 27, 2025 from 12pm to 10pm.
Come out to celebrate this exciting Michigan Oktoberfest event in Grand Rapids!
Best Frankenmuth Restaurants! Bavarian Inn vs. Zehnder's Fried Chicken, Prost Wine Bar, Brewery, Tiffany's Food and Spirits, Crepes and Pizza!
If you love craft beer, try Bell's Oktoberfest beer this fall. Look for it on tap or in 12 packs at your local store.
6. BlackRocks Oktoberfest in Marquette, MI (Upper Peninsula)
Where: Blackrocks Brewery: 424 N 3rd, Marquette, MI
When: Saturday, September 20, 2025; 12:00 PM 11:00 PM
Come on out to Blackrocks Brewery for their annual Oktoberfest Party!
Local food trucks, tuba band, commemorative 1L steins, Hammerslagen, stein holding competition, and plenty of Oktoberfest beer! Wear your Lederhosen and Dirndls!
Where To Get Freakin' Awesome Lederhosen
It's more fun to look the part at Michigan Oktoberfest celebrations! Rocking Lederhosen and Dirndls is pretty hot!
This dress comes in tons of colors, sizes and styles!
7. 2025 Iron Mountain Oktoberfest (Michigan's Upper Peninsula)
Location: Downtown Iron Mountain Michigan
When: Saturday, September 27, 2025 12:00pm to 10:00pm
Celebrate an authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest in Downtown Iron Mountain, MI. There will be TONS of entertainment, polka dancing, fun kids activities, delicious German food, sing-alongs and fun for all.
Sounds like a fantastic fall weekend to us! Check their event website for more information.
8. 2025 Oktoberfest At Dark Horse Brewing Company | Marshall Michigan
When: October 4, 2025 Where: Dark Horse Brewing Company - Taproom & Beer Garten in Marshall, Michigan
9. Pentwater Oktoberfest 2025 - 29th Anniversary!
Location: 324 S Hancock St. Pentwater, MI 49449
When: October 11, 2025
Oktoberfest events including the Classic Car & Hot Rod Show, Stout Stumble 5K Walk & Run, C.O.V.E. Home Tour, Live Music, Seasonal Beverages, Yard Games, Food Trucks and More!
In addition to the fantastic activities, stroll through the town for fantastic sales and specials at the unique shops and restaurants.
10. Oktoberfest Escanaba MI 2025 (Upper Peninsula)
Where: Ludington Park, 112 West Ludington Street, Escanaba, MI
When: Celebrate UPtoberfest in Escanaba on Saturday, October 11, 2025. 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
The U.P.’s largest Beer and Wine Festival! Music, brewing demos, games and food!
11. Gilmore Car Museum: DeutscheMarques Oktoberfest and Color Tour 2025 | Hickory Corners
DeutscheMarques Oktoberfest and Color Tour!
Where: Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners
DeutscheMarques is hosting Oktoberfest in the Carriage House on Saturday,October 11, 2025, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Beer Hall: The Beer Hall is open from 11:00am to 4:00pm.
Costume Contest: There will be trophies for the best traditional-dressed gentleman, lady, child and family.
German Car Color Tour: Departs at 10:00am, preceded by a brief drivers meeting. Tours leave every 20 minutes thereafter for each of the four registered groups. See their website for more info.
Oktoberfest Market – Craft, Antique & Swap Meet!
12. 2025 Oktoberfest- Kölsch Fest, at Round Barn Brewery & Public House
Where: The Beer Garden at the Public House | Baroda, MI
Enjoy cold Kölsch pours, live music, grilled food, and unbeatable beer garden vibes. at the Beer Garden at the Public House.
When: Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
13. Oktoberfest in Cheboygan, MI: Craft Beer Tasting Event
Where: Washington Park, 124 N Main St, Cheboygan, MI
When: September 19, 2025
Join the fun in downtown Cheboygan! Craft Beer and Cider! Music featuring Frohliche Musiker Blasorchester!
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