Discover the Oktoberfest excitement in Oshkosh, Wisconsin! Our blog takes you on a journey through the vibrant festivities, live music, mouthwatering food, and frothy brews of this annual tradition. Get ready to raise your stein and join the fun at Oktoberfest Oshkosh!
Okotberfest Events & Happenings!
Oshtoberfest at Sometimes at Pioneer Island
Get your Dirndls and Lederhosen ready - Sometimes at Pioneer Island is throwing an Oshtoberfest Bash on September 19-20! Get ready for a day filled with craft beer, local food, live music, Oktoberfest themed games and contests!
Traditional German style Lagers and a few other fan favorite beers from Fifth Ward Brewing Company, German-Inspired eats from Pilora's Cafe Food Truck, and cocktails and beer from the Sometimes Tiki Bar will all be available to keep you fueled up while you jam out to live music!
- Free Entry!
- Tiki Bar
- Pilora's Food Truck
- Drinking Games
- Live Music
- Limited Edition Collectors Oshtoberfest Stein
Foxtoberfest at Fox River Brewing Co.
Are you a MugClub member at FRBC? Join in the Foxtoberfest fun at Fox River Brewing Co. on Sunday, September 21! This event is the ultimate blend of football and festbier. Take on German-inspired fun, and exclusive perks for MugClub members. Not a MugClub member yet? Join now for the rest of 2025 for just $15 and get access to exclusive events and benefits like this one!
Cookies & Cocktails with Sturgeon Spirits
Take a cookie decoding and cocktail making class on Thursday, September 25 from 5:30-8p at Sturgeon Spirits - Oktoberfest themed! Learn more and sign up here.
Oktoberfest at Oshkosh Masonic Center
Join us for a Family FUN OCTOBERFEST at the Oshkosh Masonic Center on Saturday, September 27! Val Signal's Polka Band Hits the stage @1pm. Plus enjoy food, family fun, drinks, & more.
Oktoberfest at Poplar Creek Barn
Poplar Creek Barn is once again hosting an Oktoberfest event on Sunday, September 28th - doors open at 12pm -- and it's free to attend. Enjoy outdoor games and activities, live music with Dorf Kapelle, drinks will be available for purchase, browse Handmade German goods, and more!
Oktoberfest Party at Distillery Pub
Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest in Oshkosh! 🎉 The Distillery Pub is hosting a lively party on Monday, September 29 at 3 PM, featuring live music, free German-themed bites (while they last!), and drink specials! Prost to good music, good food, and great beer! 🍺
Oktoberfest at Fletch's Local Tap House
Head to Fletch's Local Tap House in Downtown Oshkosh on Saturday, October 4th for Fletch's Oktoberfest! Starting at noon enjoy authentic Oktoberfest beer in Fletch's commemorative beer steins, special Fall inspired cocktails and Oktoberfest-themed food for sale.
Live Music Schedule
- 4:00pm - Gary's Ridgeland Dutchmen: The Polka stylings of the Brueggen family provide authentic German dancing (or drinking) music!
- 8:30pm - Sonic Circus: Legendary 80s cover band playing all the hits to keep you moving!!
Bier Hall at the Gibson Social Club
A delightful blend of polka music, German style pilsners, fall cocktails and cocktails, pretzels, and Bavarian spirit! Stop by the Gibson Social Club on Thursday nights - starting at 6pm (music begins at 7pm) kicking off Thursday, October 9th!
Special Bier Hall Nights:
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THURS, OCT 9 - BIER HALL KICKOFF
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THURS, OCT 16 - GERMAN PLAYLIST, BIG PRETZELS, HAMMERSCHLAGEN + MORE
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THURS, OCT 23 - THE JERABEK FAMILY BAND
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THURS, OCT 30 - HORROR MOVIE TRIVIA
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THURS, NOV 6 - GERMAN PLAYLIST, BIG PRETZELS, HAMMERSCHLAGEN + MORE
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THURS, NOV 13 - GILMORE GIRLS TRIVIA
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THURS, NOV 20 - THE JERABEK FAMILY BAND
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THURS, DEC 4- DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH HOLIDAY PARADE
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THURS, DEC 11 - HARRY POTTER TRIVIA
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THURS, DEC 18 - THE JERABEK FAMILY BAND, CHRISTMAS SING-ALONG
Experience German Eats Year Round at The Roxy Supper Club
Located in Downtown Oshkosh at 571 N Main St, The Roxy Supper Club is a local favorite lounge and supper club serving classic steak and seafood dishes - and cocktails of course!
Embrace the flavors of Germany every Tuesday at the Roxy with an extensive selection of over 15 specialty German entrées. From hearty schnitzels to savory bratwursts, The Roxy is serving up authentic German cuisine! Take on the Baron Schnitzel, which features a breaded pork cutlet, asparagus, and mushrooms in a cheddar cheese sauce - or the Wurst Platter, which includes bratwurst, knockwurst and kielbasa German sausages. Enjoy German entrees and side dishes Tuesday nights at The Roxy!
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