Oktoberfest season is upon us in Tampa Bay.
While we may not be in the same time zone as Munich, Florida still has plenty of beer and Bavarian soft pretzels to enjoy.
Whether or not you have lederhosen you’re waiting to put on, Oktoberfest events in the area await you.
Oktoberfest events in Hillsborough County
Celebrate the 17th annual Oktoberfest Tampa along the Hillsborough River at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park from Oct. 9–11.
Some tips: Arrive before noon for the best chance of getting a table for the day. And show up thirsty!
600 N Ashley Drive, Tampa. oktoberfesttampa.com
BarrieHaus Beer Co. in Tampa is getting in on the festivities on Oct. 10.
Their ticketed event will offer a must-eat Bavarian plate and crown a Mr. and Mrs. Oktoberfest.
1403 E 5th Ave., Tampa. barriehaus.com
Oktoberfest events in Pinellas County
Dunedin Brewery’s 26th annual Oktobeerfest begins Oct. 1.
Crooked Thumb Brewery in Safety Harbor is hosting its free Oktoberfest on Sept. 25 and 26.
The brewery will have German-style beer releases, including Harborfest, a traditional pale lager festbier.
555 10th Ave. S., Safety Harbor.crookedthumbbrew.com
The German-American Society Friendship of Pinellas County’s Oktoberfest is happening for three weekends, from Sept. 26–Oct. 10.
Along with German beer and food, attendees can get in on folk dancing and stein contests.
Tickets cost $12 per person. Children 12 and under and active-duty military personnel with valid ID are free.
8098 66th Street N., Pinellas Park. germantampabay.com/oktoberfest
Dunedin Brewery kicks off its 26th annual Oktobeerfest for four nights, Oct. 1–4.
The celebration will feature an array of local musicians.
937 Douglas Ave., Dunedin.dunedinbrewery.com
The 4th Annual Piertoberfest is taking place at none other than the St. Pete Pier.
A full day of Bavarian festivities is Oct. 3, featuring The Apple Strudel Oktoberfest Band, who recreate the sounds and atmosphere of Munich’s famous beer halls.
800 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. stpetepier.org/signature-event/piertoberfest/
How about a beach version of Oktoberfest? Kolb Park in Indian Rocks Beach is hosting a free event on Oct. 10, featuring special German beer, shopping for crafts and more.
1507 Bay Palm Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach. www.irbaction2000.com/oktoberfest
Oktoberfest events in Pasco County
Guests can look forward to beer, German food, a full live-music lineup, and Oktoberfest-style games throughout the Dented Keg Ale Works’ celebration.
Dentobeerfest 2026 in New Port Richey takes place on Sept. 25–26.
5500 Main St., New Port Richey. www.dentedkegaleworks.com/
Oktoberfest is coming to Commandough’s in Zephyrhills on Sept. 26. The pizzeria welcomes German attire and invites guests to try their hand at its stein-holding competition.
5841 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills. commandoughs.com
We’d love to know which Oktoberfest you’re headed to. Tell us in the comments.
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