Oktoberfest |
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Friday, September 26th: 5pm–10pm
Saturday, September 27th: 12pm–10pm
Friday, October 3rd: 5pm–10pm - Tickets
Saturday, October 4th: 12pm–10pm - Tickets
Admission
$10 per person. Children 12 and under enter free.
Free admission for active-duty military with valid ID.
Parking Info
Due to limited on-site parking, rideshare or taxi service is recommended. Here is a map highlighting areas where you can park.
Do not park at Shoppes at 66 – vehicles may be towed.
Do not park at the Zimring office center (immediately north of the German-American Society) – vehicles may be towed.
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Tampa Bay’s Most Authentic Oktoberfest
Voted “Best of the Bay” for its authenticity and unforgettable atmosphere.
Cold, crisp, and flowing all weekend long
Authentic German dishes and desserts
Mix of traditional & modern performances
Schuhplattler and other cultural presentations
Test your strength and endurance!
Ceremonial launch of the festival fun
Celebrating unity and heritage
Games and crafts for the youngest festival-goers
Unbelievable merchandise, treats & surprises
Where Fun Meets Gemütlichkeit
Oktoberfest at the German-American Society is a high-energy celebration of German and Bavarian culture, featuring live music, folk dancing, stein-holding contests, and a Kinder Corner packed with kids’ activities. The event offers fun for all ages in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
Guests enjoy scratch-made German favorites like crispy Schnitzel, hearty sides, and rich desserts. Traditional Oktoberfest brews flow freely, pairing perfectly with the food and festivities. Whether under the outdoor tent or in the Main Hall, it’s a vibrant, flavor-filled celebration of community.
Friday Schedule
5:00 PM – Doors Open, Kinder Corner, Vendors
6:00 PM – Parade of Flags
National Anthems
6:00 PM – Music
6:45 PM – The Gulf Coast Enzianer Schuhplattler Verein
7:45 PM – Bier Stein holding contest (Men)
8:00 PM – Bier Stein holding contest (Women)
8:15 PM – Music
9:00 PM – The Gulf Coast Enzianer Schuhplattler Verein
9:15 PM – Raffle drawing
9:30 PM – Music
10:00 PM – Gute Nacht! Auf Wiedersehen!
Saturday Schedule
Noon – Doors Open, Vendors
Noon–10:00 PM – Live music, food, dancing, Kinder Corner
6:00 PM – Parade of Flags
National Anthems
6:00 PM – Music
6:45 PM – The Gulf Coast Enzianer Schuhplattler Verein
7:45 PM – Bier Stein holding contest (Men)
8:00 PM – Bier Stein holding contest (Women)
8:15 PM – Music
9:00 PM – The Gulf Coast Enzianer Schuhplattler Verein
9:15 PM – Raffle drawing
9:30 PM – Music
10:00 PM – Gute Nacht! Auf Wiedersehen!
Band Schedule
Friday, September 26th
Apple Strudel Oktoberfest Band
Saturday, September 27th
Daytime: Autobahn Karl
Evening: Bob Houston
Friday, October 3rd
Apple Strudel Oktoberfest Band
Saturday, October 4th
Daytime: Autobahn Karl
Evening: King Guys Oktoberfest Quartet
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