oktoberfest parties 2026

OKTOBERFEST 2026 IS HERE! 🍻

Six Saturdays. Two locations. Live German music, giant steins, and plenty of Gemütlichkeit.

Join us every Saturday from September 19 through October 24 for our 13th annual Oktoberfest celebrations at Fort Greene and Smith Street.

2026 OKTOBERFEST SCHEDULE

Click the time & location below to reserve your spot!

Saturday, September 19 — Kickoff with keg-tapping ceremony
4–7 PM · FORT GREENE
7–10 PM · SMITH STREET

Saturday, September 26
4–7 PM · SMITH STREET
7–10 PM · FORT GREENE

Saturday, October 3
4–7 PM · SMITH STREET
7–10 PM · FORT GREENE

Saturday, October 10
4–7 PM · SMITH STREET
7–10 PM · FORT GREENE

Saturday, October 17
4–7 PM · FORT GREENE
7–10 PM · SMITH STREET

Saturday, October 24 — Closing Weekend
1–4 PM · FORT GREENE
4–7 PM · SMITH STREET

WHAT TO EXPECT

Each three-hour party features a live German oompah band, Oktoberfest decorations, seasonal Oktoberfest beer on tap, plus our legendary stein-holding competition and costume contest, with prizes.

RESERVATIONS

Oktoberfest reservations start at $35 per person + tax and include guaranteed reserved seating, your first full 1-liter stein of Hofbräu Oktoberfest beer, and gratuity. Premium group tables with additional food & beverage credit are also available.

Guests under 21 or anyone who prefers not to drink alcohol may substitute a non-alcoholic beer or soda. The reservation price remains the same.

Advance reservations are highly recommended. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability.

SEATING OPTIONS: At Smith Street, Oktoberfest reservations are available for both indoor seating and covered backyard seating. The live band performs indoors, so guests reserving the backyard can enjoy the Oktoberfest festivities with a little more distance from the music. At Fort Greene, advance Oktoberfest reservations are for indoor seating only. Sidewalk seating is weather-dependent and will be available for walk-ins only, based on availability.

Kids are welcome! Children 10 and under do not need a separate Oktoberfest reservation. If you're bringing a child 10 or under, please let us know in the reservation notes so we can make sure there's enough space at your table. Guests ages 11 and up require a regular Oktoberfest reservation.

BIG GROUPS WELCOME!

Celebrating with colleagues, friends, or family? Oktoberfest at Black Forest is perfect for large groups. We can also arrange your own private Oktoberfest celebration at Black Forest — or even bring the beer, food, and music to your home or office. Just get in touch with us to learn more.

So dust off your Lederhosen and Dirndls, gather your friends, and get ready for six Saturdays of giant beers, live German music, and one of our favorite Black Forest traditions.

PROST! 🍻

Ayana & Tobias