Oktoberfest started in 1810 as a weeklong wedding celebration in Munich and spread to a worldwide annual event. Nowadays, most Oktoberfest events are actually held in September because the days are longer and the weather is better! With many of its residents descended from German immigrants, Pennsylvania is well known for its Oktoberfest celebrations. If you’re looking to celebrate Bavarian culture in Bucks County, here are some of our favorite places to grab a beer and a brat.
Peddler’s Village
OctoberFEAST at Peddler’s Village, Oct 12-13
The shops and grounds of Peddler’s Village come alive with a weekend of German music and entertainment, food trucks, a beer garden, and family activities. While you’re there, enjoy more than 100 scarecrows scattered throughout the village and vote for your favorite.
Yardley
Vault Brewing's Annual Oktoberfest Celebration, Oct 5
Celebrate Oktoberfest with delicious German-inspired food from Vault Smoke House, live music from the Philly German Brass Band, and craft beer from Vault Brewing. Buy your tickets in advance for reserved seating and a branded Oktoberfest mug.
Feasterville
Oktoberfest at Playwicki Farm, Oct 5
If you’re searching for an Oktoberfest celebration that’s fun for the whole family, head to Playwicki Farm, where there’s a beer and cocktail garden for the adults and pony rides, moon bounces, balloon art, face painting, and a petting zoo to keep the kids entertained. Everyone can enjoy live music, vendors, and scenic fall views.
Newtown
Oktoberfest at Newtown Brewing, Oct 4-5
At Newtown Brewing Company, Oktoberfest lasts all weekend! Enjoy two days of German beers, soft pretzels, food trucks, live music, and feats of strength, including a grain bag toss and stein holding.
New Hope
Triumph Restaurant & Brewery Oktoberfest, Sept 29
Bring the whole family to New Hope’s trendy Triumph Brewing Company for delicious German food specials, an excellent selection of traditional German beer, live music from the Philadelphia German Brass Band, face painting, arts and crafts, and yard games for the kids.
Croydon
Neshaminy Creek Oktoberfest, Sept 21
This celebration is about more than just good food and beer, though both will flow for seven hours at the Oktoberfest hosted at Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co. You’ll be serenaded by live music from Polkadelphia and invited to participate in Bavarian games of skills such as stein hoisting, a yodeling contest, and a weiner toss.
Bristol
Second Sin Brewing Company Oktoberfest, Sept 20
This inventive Bucks County brewery teams up with Eat This Jawn food truck to offer an Oktoberfest-inspired menu, guest taps, three different German lagers by the liter, and commemorative glassware.
Langhorne
Oktoberfest at Aristaeus Craft Brewing Co., Sept 20
Enjoy German-inspired lagers at this brewery known for craft, love, and community. The Flying Deutschman food truck will be on site, serving high-quality, authentic German food.
Newportville
Oktoberfest at Newportville Inn, starts Sept 18
At this “American Tavern with a German accent,” Oktoberfest is a season, not a day! They start offering their Oktoberfest menu on September 18 and will have plenty of Oktoberfest drafts on tap. Join them for a ceremonial keg tapping on September 21. Their beers are even brewed according to German purity laws for added authenticity.
Warminster
Oktoberfest at the Vereinigung Erzgebirge Club, Sept 7
The Vereinigung Erzgebirge (VE) German American social club has been hosting its Oktoberfest extravaganza for almost 90 years! Enjoy 11 hours of German food, fun, and beer with an exciting lineup of German musicians and plenty of fun for the kids.
Enjoy Oktoberfest all Autumn Long
Whether you’re looking for an adults-only outing or something with a family-friendly vibe, there are a wide range of Oktoberfest events across Bucks County in September and October where you can enjoy German food, beer, music, and entertainment. With so many options, why not check out a few and keep the celebration going?
