Oktoberfest
Saturday, September 26 | 4 PM - 8 PM
Jens Jensen Park | 540 Roger Williams Ave.
Oktoberfest is back by popular demand! Experience a taste of Bavaria on the North Shore and enjoy traditional games and music… all in a new location. Mark your calendars for 2026’s event: Saturday, September 26.
The City is bringing back the popular Oktoberfest event, in a new location in the Ravinia District along Dean Avenue and in Jens Jenson Park (540 Roger Williams Ave.) on Saturday, September 26 from 4 PM - 8 PM. Celebrate fall and all things German with beer & bites, plus Bavarian music and a headlining band to round out the evening. The beloved stein holding contest, hammerschlaggen, axe throwing, and plenty of family-friendly activities and dancing are on tap at this year’s celebration! Prost!
Get ready for more food, more music, and even more fun for 2026!
2026 Entertainment Lineup
Check back soon for the 2026 entertainment lineup. If you would like to participate as a performer, please contact the City’s contracted event management team, Ripple Public Relations, at info@ripplepublicrelations.com or 847.432.6000
2026 Restaurant Lineup
Check back soon for a list of 2026 food & beverage vendors. If you would like to participate as a restaurant, please contact the City’s contracted event management team, Ripple Public Relations, at info@ripplepublicrelations.com or 847.432.6000
Getting to Oktoberfest & Parking
Oktoberfest will take place at Jens Jensen Park (540 Roger Williams Ave.) in the Ravinia District.
The public is encouraged to walk or bike along the enhanced Green Bay Trail - Robert McLory Bike Trail that leads into the charming Ravinia District, ride the Metra north or south to Ravinia Station at Roger Williams in the Ravinia Business District, or take a Pace Bus. If traveling by car, Highland Park is easily accessible via north Lake Shore Drive to Sheridan Road, US 41 and 294. Exit Clavey Road east to Green Bay Road and east on Roger Williams Avenue. Free parking is available.
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors!
For sponsorship opportunities and packages, please contact Ripple Public Relations - info@ripplepublicrelations.com / 847.432.6000