Cleveland Oktoberfest returns to the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds (19201 E. Bagley Road in Middleburg Heights) for two weekends of German heritage, entertainment and family fun over Labor Day weekend and beyond.
Festivalgoers can celebrate from Friday, Sept. 4 through Monday, Sept. 7, and again on Friday, Sept.11 and Sat., Sept.12.
What’s on tap in 2026:
• Beer: More than 15 Oktoberfest-style and craft beers will be available throughout the
grounds. Great Lakes Brewing Co. returns as the Official Craft Beer Sponsor, featuring fan
favorites alongside the Great Lakes Craft Beer Hall and additional local brewery selections.
• Live Music & Entertainment: From authentic German music to high-energy tribute bands
and local favorites, Cleveland Oktoberfest offers entertainment across multiple stages
throughout all six festival days. Returning crowd favorite Dorfrocker will once again travel
from Germany to perform.
• Festival Favorites: Wiener dog races, the Great Lakes 5K Bier Run, Best Oktoberfest
Microbrew Competition, stein-holding competitions, fireworks, the Miss Oktoberfest
Contest, Bavarian Shopping Village, International Pavilion, Art Market, Wine & Spirits
Garten, Classic Car Show and the nation’s largest glockenspiel sponsored by Jägermeister
return for another year.
• Sports & Games: The Bitburger Sports & Music Area returns, giving guests the
opportunity to catch live games while enjoying the festival. Guests can also test their skills
with crowd-favorite Keg Bowling throughout the event.
NEW This Year
Food Vendors: Cleveland Oktoberfest welcomes several first-time festival favorites
like Pierogies R Us, Guten Truck, Great Steak & Hoagies, Rust Belt Flatbreads,
and Danke Dips Hause, giving guests even more delicious options to enjoy
throughout the festival.
Verbena Garten: A dedicated non-alcoholic bar serving NA beer, wine,
handcrafted mocktails and specialty sodas, offering refreshing options for every
guest.
Expanded Entertainment Lineup: New acts joining the Cleveland Oktoberfest
stages include 7 Summers (Morgan Wallen Tribute), Rumors (Fleetwood Mac
Tribute), Old Skool, Tricky Dick & the Cover-Ups, Johnny Koenig, River Maps and DJ
Kishka. Festival favorite Don Wojtila also returns.
Cleveland Oktoberfest Dates & Times
• Friday, Sept. 4: 4 p.m. to Midnight
• Sat., Sept. 5: Noon to Midnight
• Sunday, Sept. 6: Noon to Midnight
• Mon., Sept. 7 (Labor Day): Noon to 8 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 1: 4 p.m. to Midnight
• Sat., Sept. 12: Noon to Midnight
Visit ClevelandOktoberfest.com to purchase tickets and view VIP packages. Tickets are also
available at the box office. Children under 12 are admitted free. Military Monday returns on
Labor Day, with complimentary admission for active-duty military and veterans with valid military ID (box office only). Free parking is available.
