Family Friendly Oktoberfests in Marin & the Bay Area
Oktoberfest is almost upon us! This traditional Bavarian festival has taken place every September and early October in Munich, Germany for over 200 years. Oktoberfest isn't just about beer — there are usually plenty of activities that the whole family can enjoy, like live music, games, folk dance performances, and much more. Don't forget the German-inspired food too!
Here's our guide to family-friendly Oktoberfest celebrations in Marin and the Bay Area. So put on your Lederhosen or Dirndl and head to one of these fun celebrations this fall.
Saturday & Sunday, September 12–November 1, 11 am–closing
Oktoberfest at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is a one-of-a-kind festival experience for all ages!
Friday, September 18, 2–10 pm
Dust off your Lederhosen and Dirndl! San Francisco’s biggest Oktoberfest celebration returns to Downtown on Friday, September 18.
Saturday, September 19, 3–8 pm
The perfect way to celebrate the fall season! Fun for the whole family - games, food, music and of course....BEER!
Sunday, September 20, 1–6 pm
Celebrate with great food, drink, live music, and dancing at the traditional German festival, Kinderfest!
Saturday & Sunday, September 26 & 27, 9 am–6 pm
Family Oktoberfest Weekend is a fun-filled weekend where pumpkin patch traditions meet German beer, delicious food, live music, family fun, and fall memories!
Saturday & Sunday, September 26 & 27, 10 am–5:30 pm
Celebrate the opening of Grossi Family Farms Pumpkin Patch in Novato with an Oktoberfest, featuring live music, brats, beer, pumpkins, and more!
Saturday, October 3, 11 am–7 pm & Sunday, October 4, 10 am–5 pm
Oaktoberfest returns in its full Bavarian glory with outdoor dining, drinking, and entertainment with free entry for the whole family.
Saturday, October 10, noon–8 pm
Biketoberfest is back and bigger than ever for its 20th anniversary this year!
Saturday, October 10, noon–5 pm
We're looking forward to another great event featuring ice-cold beer from local breweries, amazing food, music, and fun for the whole family.
Sunday, October 18, 11:30 am–4 pm
Celebrate Oktoberfest with an afternoon of authentic German food, Weihenstephan beer, music, festive competitions, and plenty of Bavarian spirit!
