Sep 18, 2025 - Things to Do

Where to celebrate Oktoberfest around San Antonio

Megan Stringer

A bartender, whose face is covered by the wooden keg line on the bar, pours a light-colored beer into a large glass stein in Germany during Oktoberfest season. — Pouring beer in Germany earlier this month. Photo: Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images

It's Oktoberfest season in Central Texas, and events around San Antonio offer plenty of ways to mark the occasion.

Why it matters: Despite its name, the German beer celebration begins in September. It's a fun way to ring in the fall season and honor the region's plentiful German heritage.

Here's where you can get your prost on.

Roadmap Brewing: The downtown brewery's party will feature lederhosen, specialty food, a new beer release and more.

1-10pm Friday.

La Villita Oktoberfest: For the second time, the historic landmark will be filled with live music, dance and more, all for free. Kids can also enjoy face painting, balloon art and games.

Friday-Sunday; times vary.

Künstler Oktoberfest: The brewery in the Lone Star district will have plentiful beer, food, music and even some contests and raffles.

Sept. 27 and 28; times vary.

Beethoven Männerchor: San Antonio's hub for German culture will host its big party with sing-alongs, dancing, beer and brats.

Oct. 3 and 4, 4-11pm.

Oktoberfest Fredericksburg: The three-day blowout is a highlight in the region. Expect music, games, food and drink.

Oct. 3-5.

What's next: Get excited for Wurstfest in New Braunfels, running Nov. 7-16 this year.

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Where to celebrate Oktoberfest around San Antonio

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