Looking for one of the biggest Oktoberfest celebrations in New York City this fall? Get ready for an afternoon filled with German tradition, live music, food, beer and plenty of good times as the German-American Oktoberfest NYC 2026 takes over Central Park on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Held at SummerStage at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park, this annual celebration immediately follows the 69th Annual German-American Steuben Parade, bringing together New Yorkers and visitors for a celebration of German-American heritage, culture and friendship.
🍺 German-American Oktoberfest NYC 2026
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Doors Open: 1:00 PM
Event: 1:15 PM–7:00 PM
Location: SummerStage at Rumsey Playfield, Central Park
Address: 5th Avenue & 69th Street, New York, NY 10022
After watching the German-American Steuben Parade make its way up Fifth Avenue, head into Central Park and keep the celebration going at Oktoberfest.
🇩🇪 A Taste of Oktoberfest in the Heart of NYC
Oktoberfest is about much more than beer. The tradition dates back more than 200 years to Bavaria and has grown into a worldwide celebration of German culture.
New York City’s celebration brings that spirit directly to Central Park with an afternoon centered around German tradition, food, drinks, music and community.
Whether you have German roots, attend the Steuben Parade every year or are simply searching for a fun fall event in NYC, this is an opportunity to experience a taste of Oktoberfest without leaving Manhattan.
🎶 Live German Music & Entertainment
Live music is an important part of the festivities, with Die Spitzbuam scheduled to perform during the 2026 celebration.
Guests can also look forward to the 2026 Lenny Coyne Memorial Hofbräu USA Masskrugstemmen Competition — the traditional stein-holding competition that puts contestants’ strength and endurance to the test.
Grab a beer, enjoy the music and soak up the atmosphere as Central Park transforms into a German-American celebration.
🥨 Food, Beer & German Tradition
Come hungry and ready to celebrate.
Oktoberfest brings together the things that have made the tradition famous around the world: food, beer, music and friendship, all surrounded by the energy of New York City.
It’s an afternoon designed for gathering with friends and family, experiencing German-American culture and enjoying one of NYC’s signature September celebrations.
🎟️ Oktoberfest NYC 2026 Tickets
Tickets are available now.
General Admission: $37 before applicable ticketing fees
Children ages 6–13: $5 before applicable ticketing fees
Children under 6: FREE
VIP Admission: $200 before applicable ticketing fees
VIP admission includes access to the VIP area, private bathroom, stadium seating next to the stage, catering by Open Skies Hospitality and beer.
Online checkout totals may include additional service or ticketing fees.
There is also a group offer: buy 24 tickets and receive one ticket free plus one reserved table for your group under the beer tent, subject to the ticket provider’s terms.
🗽 Make a Day of the German-American Steuben Parade
The celebration doesn’t have to start at Oktoberfest.
The 69th Annual German-American Steuben Parade takes place earlier that same day, Saturday, September 19, continuing a New York tradition that dates back to 1957.
The parade celebrates German, Austrian and Swiss-American heritage with traditional costumes, marching bands, floats, dance groups and organizations traveling up Fifth Avenue.
The parade steps off at 12 noon, with Oktoberfest following afterward in Central Park.
That means you can experience the parade and Oktoberfest together for a full day celebrating German-American culture in NYC.
🎟️ Tickets:
https://www.eventim.us/event/tickets/684241
🇩🇪 Official Oktoberfest Information:
https://germanparadenyc.org/oktoberfest/
📲 Follow Oktoberfest on Instagram:
@gacgny_oktoberfest
