Octoberfest is a famous celebration of all things German. We have a list of Octoberfest events in Wichita to help you celebrate. From beer tastings to bratwurst, Wichita has many activities for people of all ages. There are so many Things to Do this Fall and see in Wichita this September and October! So get out there and join the fun!
We’ve also put together a list of Fall Festivals and Pumpkin Patches in and around the city, perfect for celebrating the season. Whether you’re looking for family fun or just want to enjoy the autumn atmosphere, there’s something for everyone!
What is Octoberfest and some Fun Facts:
- Oktoberfest is a celebration of German culture, food, and (of course) beer—the Autumn festival held in Munich, Germany, in late September and early October. The festival originated on October 12, 1810, to celebrate the marriage of the crown prince of Bavaria, who later became King Louis I, to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. Now, many bars and restaurants have their own celebration.
- Oktoberfest is a fun celebration of German heritage.
- Sice 1950 the festival in Munich only stats after the official gun salute and the mayor shouting O’sapfits is- which means “Its Tapped”.
- Albert Einstein actually worked at Oktoberfest when he was young, putting up beer tents.
- More than 6 million people attend Oktoberfest in Munich.
- Locals don’t call it Oktoberfest. Instead, they call it the “Wies’n”, after the Theresenwiese field where Oktoberfest is held each year.
Wichita Oktoberfests 2024
1. Octoberfest at Nortons Brewery – September 7, 2024
- $15 for a Stein that you can keep. 0.5 L of Ludvig.
- Giant Bavarian pretzels, Runza, German Poutine.
- The party starts at 11am.
2. Octoberfest at the Hopping Gnome – September 21, 2024
- Noon – 11 pm
- They will be tapping the Oktoberfest and lots more activities all day long!
- 3 pm: Mug Club Stein Hoist
- 3-9 pm: Big Granny’s food truck
- 4-6 pm: Live music with MJ12 – no cover!
- more details to come
- Octoberfest at the Gnome Facebook
3. Octoberfest at Prost – September 26, 2024
- Prost in Wichita in Revelutsia: 2721 E. Central Wichita
- Article: Prost Octoberfest
- Wichita’s German restaurant Prost is throwing its annual Oktoberfest at its biergarten at the Revolutsia development in Wichita, Kansas. Pull on your lederhosen and enjoy an authentic German festival including polka music, a special food menu, a stein hoisting contest, kids activities, and, of course, German bier on tap!
- Tickets typically run around $40
- Prost Facebook page
4. Octoberfest at Eldersie Farm – September 27 & 28, 2024
- Celebrating Oktoberfest is an Elder Family tradition that goes way back! Come out to Elderslie Farm and celebrate the welcoming of the Fall season with us!
- Live Music
- A German and Fall-focused menu: Sausage bierrocks, bratwurst, pretzels, apple donuts, pumpkin cupcakes, and more.
- Horse-drawn Carriage Rides
- Cider Pressing
- A Pumpkin Patch
- Apple Bobbing
- Lawn Games (cornhole, pumpkin bowling, badminton, pumpkin tic-tac-toe, horse shoes and more!)
- Rides on the berry ferry
- Caber Toss
- Fall photo sessions
- Featured Vendors
- Price: $10 per person in advance or $15 at the door; kids three and under are free
- Get your Elderslie Octoberfest Tickets Here
- Location: 3501 East 101st St. North, Kechi, KS
5. Oktoberfest at First Man Brewery – September 28, 2024
It’s the first-ever Oktoberfest for this new-ish brewery in Derby, KS. If you’re in the neighborhood, stop by to see what’s brewing for Oktoberfest. They’re at 437 E. Madison Ave in Derby. That’s about all we know, but you can follow this Facebook event if you want to know more.
6. Public’s 12th birthday and Oktoberfest – October 5, 2024
- Help Public at the Brickyard celebrate 12 years in Wichita with food, bier, and music throughout the day and stay for a late-night party.
- Oktoberfest celebration starts at noon with brats and bierocks. Get a stein with beer ticket package or just order beers individually.
- Music from Pretend Friend in the afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Dinner music with Casey Abay from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Late night show with Monterey Jack starts at 8 p.m.
7. Octoberfest at Blessed Sacrament – October 5, 2024
- 9:30 am – 10 pm
- Blessed Sacrament Church
- $10 for kids’ inflatables all day.
- Beer: Hofbrau, Prost, Leinenkugel, and many other German beers on tap!
- Live bands from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Sauerkraut balls, brats, and more German food
- A 5k Run for the Poor
- Octoberfest at Blessed Sacrament website
8. ICT Bloktoberfest at Naftzger Park– October 11 and 12, 2024
- FREE to attend activities, vendor market, food & booze trucks, etc.
- Tickets for Friday night’s BeerFest: $60 in advance or $70 at the door and include 99+ beer options to sample, a commemorative tasting stein, snacks and treats from local bakeries, live DJ, food & alcohol trucks also available.
- Article: Bloktoberfest Wichita 2024
