11 Oktoberfest events in The Magic City—mark your calendar now

Guten Tag and Hallo! Get ready to create awesome memories and embrace the spirit of German heritage this year with Oktoberfest events happening all over Birmingham. Keep reading for the details.

1. Oktoberfest at Cahaba Brewing Company—September 16

• Why go: Join your friends at Cahaba Brewing in the Taproom for excellent craft beer, great food, cocktails and great times as they celebrate the release of their seasonal Oktoberfest canned beer. The Current will have bratwurst, pretzels and more for snacking. The fun doesn’t end there, make sure to check out the photo booth, live music and legendary Stein hoisting competition.
• When: Saturday, September 16 | Noon-10PM
• Where: Cahaba Brewing Company, 4500 5th Ave S Building C, Birmingham, AL 35222
• Cost: FREE

2. 2023 Oktoberfest Games @ The Beer Hog—September 16

• Why go: It’s time once again for The Beer Hog’s Annual Oktoberfest Games. Enjoy $5 brat boxes along with a variety of local and German Oktoberfest beers. Hey BeBe Food Truck will also be selling some new menu items.
• When: Saturday, September 16 | 11AM
• Where: The Beer Hog, 2408 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124
• Cost: FREE

3. 2023 OMBC Oktoberfest—September 16

• Why go: Come on out to Oak Mountain Brewing on September 16 for good times and great beer. They will be selling Oktoberfest Marzen-style Lager on draft as well as 2023 OMBC Oktoberfest t-shirts. Food trucks and live music will be happening throughout the day so you won’t want to miss it.
• When: Saturday, September 16 | 11AM
• Where: Oak Mountain Brewing, 110 Cahaba Valley Rd, Pelham, AL 35124
• Cost: FREE

4. The Son of a Butcher Oktoberfest—September 17

• Why go: Yellowhammer Brewing Co. and Hop City Birmingham are hosting their very first Oktoberfest collaboration. Come try their limited edition Butcher City beer only available on Sunday, September 17. They will also be grilling Doppelbrats with German inspired sides.
• When: Sunday, September 17 | 1-5PM
• Where: Hop City Birmingham, 2924 3rd Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: FREE
• Get tickets

5. Birmingham Zoo Oktoberfest—September 23

• Why go: Beer lovers, get ready. Enjoy a huge selection of authentic German beverages from the finest German breweries, including Hofbrau. Attendees will get to delight in tasty food selections from local food trucks and the Zoo’s restaurant, Nourish 205, will be hosting a build-your-own Brats, along with other Oktoberfest-themed snacks and small bites. Must be 21 or older.
• When: Saturday, September 23 | 5-9PM
• Where: Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223
• Cost: General Admission: $48 | General Admission Members: $40 | Designated Driver Admission: $25
• Buy tickets

6. Oktoberfest at Carrigan’s Beer Garden—September 26-October 1

• Why go: Enjoy a week of games, beer, brats and celebration featuring Birmingham’s largest selection of German Oktoberfest Beers on draught at Carrigan’s Beer Garden.
• Tuesday, September 26:
  • 6:30PM: Steinhoisting
  • 7PM: Trivia
• Wednesday, September 27:
  • 7PM: Steinhoisting
• Thursday, September 28:
  • 7PM: Steinhoisting
• Friday, September 29:
  • 7PM: Steinhoisting
  • 8PM: Hot Dog Eating Contest
  • 9PM: Best Dirndl/Lederhosen Contest
• Saturday, September 30:
  • 12PM: Weinerdog Parade
  • 1PM: Stein Racing
  • 2PM: Keg Rolling
  • 3PM: Pretzel Eating Contest
  • 4PM: Ladies Steinhoisting
  • 5PM: Men’s Steinhoisting
  • 6PM: Chicken Dance Contest
  • 6-9PM: Oompahcalypse
  • 9PM: Best Dirndl/Lederhosen Contest
• Sunday, October 1
  • 2-9PM: The Garden Party presents The Big O
• Where: 2910 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233

7. Birmingham District Brewing Oktoberfest—September 29-30

• Why go: Celebrate Oktoberfest with a special beer release and an electrifying live performance by Daniel Bowden. The fun continues on September 30, with activities like Hammerschlagen and Stein Hoisting, along with FREE hot dogs & brats (while supplies last). And don’t forget, dressing up has its perks—come in costume for a chance to win an awesome prize.
• When: September 29 at noon-September 30 at 11:45PM
• Where: Birmingham District Brewing Co., 2201 2nd Ave S #102, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: FREE

9. Brats, Beers & Cheers!—September 30

• Why go: Mark your calendar for an Oktoberfest like no other. Celebrate with house-made beer brats $1 off per lb, pretzels & beer for $5, specials on drinks, free growler with beer or kombucha purchase from POURS, fun games, samples throughout the store, giveaways and  more.
• When: Saturday, September 30 | Noon-4PM 
• Where: Publix GreenWise Market at Lane Parke, 1000 Jemison Ln, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
• Cost: FREE
• Buy tickets

10. Monday Night Brewing Oktoberfest—September 30

• Why go: Come celebrate all things Märzen with Monday Night Brewing’s social club. They will have a stein holding competition, german-inspired dishes, music and more.
• When: Saturday, September 30 | 10:30AM
• Where: 14 12th St, Birmingham, AL 35217-1449
• Cost: FREE

11. Oktoberfest at Ghost Train—October 6-7

• Why go: Come out to the 1st Annual Oktoberfest at Ghost Train. They have joined forces with the Alabama Germany Partnership to bring an Alabama authentic version of this centuries old celebration. Get ready for a weekend filled with amazing German-Style beers and fun activities that celebrate the true spirit of Oktoberfest.
• When: Friday, October 6-Saturday, October 7
• Where: Ghost Train Brewing Co., 3501 1st Ave S Suite 101B, Birmingham, AL 35222
• German Beer Dinner: Buy Tickets
• Specialty Small Batch Cask Garden: Buy Tickets
• Ghost Train Oktoberfest: FREE

Looking for more fun? Check out these Oktoberfest events happening across Alabama.

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