Oktoberfest in Saint Paul

Your Guide to Oktoberfest in Saint Paul

Grab your lederhosen and prepare for a whirlwind of Bavarian bliss – Oktoberfest has taken Saint Paul by storm!

Every fall, the city is awash with celebrations catering to revelers of all ages, from rowdy beer gardens to family-friendly festivals. Our comprehensive guide will lead you through the best events, where traditional German fare, generous steins, and joyous music await at every turn.

Yoerg’s Oktoberfest

Celebrate Oktoberfest every day of September at Yoerg Brewing Company! Savor a flight of festbiers or sip on German wines while traditional melodies fill the air and classic Oktoberfest films whisk you away to Munich.

  • Date: September 1 - 30, 2025
  • Time: Festivities take place throughout the month, during business hours. Wine Flight Weekends begin at 12 p.m. on Friday and end at 6 p.m. on Sunday every weekend.
  • Location: Yoerg Brewing Company (378 Maria Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55106)
  • Tickets: Free admission. Beer and wine are available for purchase.

St. Paul Oktoberfest

Raise your stein high at the Germanic-American Institute's annual St. Paul Oktoberfest, where Bavarian traditions spring to life with live music and nonstop fun for the whole family.

  • Date: September 12-13, 2025
  • Time: Friday 4-10 p.m. | Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
  • Location: Germanic-American Institute (301 Summit Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102)
  • Tickets: Admission is free. Adults 21 and older can purchase a $10 wristband for beer and wine.

Waldmann Brewery & Wurstery Oktoberfest

Under the billowing tent of Waldmann Brewery's Biergarten, traditional dancers whirl by as the aroma of authentic German cuisine wafts through the air, and the sounds of music and glass steins clinking together surround you for two weekends in September. Sundays transform into a family affair, with storytelling and zPuppet's hilarious "A la Carte" show delighting the little ones.

  • Date: September 19-21 & September 26-29, 2025
  • Time: Fridays & Saturdays 12-10 p.m. | Sundays 12-7 p.m.
  • Location: Waldmann Brewery & Wurstery (445 Smith Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102)
  • Tickets: Adults, $7.50; Kids 12 and under, $3. Sundays are Family Days - kids under 5 are FREE.

SurlyFest

Surly Brewing Co. reimagines Oktoberfest for the modern beer enthusiast. Kick off the festivities from September 10-21 with German-inspired fare and traditional lagers in the beer hall. The September 21 grand finale takes the party to new heights with live music – featuring three bands, a DJ, and no accordions - as well as Stein holding competitions and quirky craft sessions for lederhosen and dirndls.

Saint Paul Brewing Oktoberfest

At Saint Paul Brewing, Oktoberfest kicks off with a dog-friendly event on Friday. As the weekend unfolds, the spacious Biergarten fills with the sounds of polka music and the aroma of freshly baked pretzels. Test your skills in keg bowling, compete in stein holding contests, or attempt the pretzel thrusting challenge, all while enjoying craft beer.

Twin Cities Oktoberfest

For its 14th year, Twin Cities Oktoberfest pulls out all the stops with a stellar selection of over 20 local beers, ciders, and seltzers on tap from local brewers. Pair your craft beverage of choice with local bites, music, dancing, and games.

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