Oktoberfest Grand Rapids

Oktoberfest Grand Rapids is an annual event held at Riverside Park. The event is on Friday September 26, 2025 from 3pm to 10pm and Saturday September 27, 2025 from 12pm to 10pm. OktoberfestGR is free to attend, all ages and welcome to all!

The event features Imported German Beer, Food, Games and Live Music. We've got a schedule of events and bands that are both kid and adult friendly available on our entertainment page.

Festival Layout

Festival Layout

Our Sponsors

Presenting Sponsors

Imperial Beverage
Erdinger
Ayinger
Vander Mill Cider
Hofbrau
Sion Kolsh
Schofferhofer

Supporting Sponsors

Grand Rapids Special Events
Jeff Burke and Associates
Mercantile Bank
Abby's Printing

Drink Tickets

Drink tickets are required for the purchase of alcohol. Onsite ticket sales will be in the ticket tent near the entrance of the event. Anyone drinking alcohol anywhere on the festival grounds must be wearing a wristband to prove you are at least 21 years old.

This event is a rain or shine. Must be 21+ to consume alcohol (with valid picture ID). All sales are final. Drink tickets are not refundable.

Proceeds Benefit the Edelweiss Club of Grand Rapids

Proceeds Benefit the Edelweiss Club of Grand Rapids
The Edelweiss Club of Grand Rapids is a German/American social club founded in 1980. If you have an interest in German culture and activities, we invite you to check out the Edelweiss Club page.