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Oktoberfest season has arrived in Music City, bringing plenty of German-inspired food, beer, and festive traditions to enjoy. Whether you're looking for Nashville's largest Oktoberfest festival, an authentic beer garden experience, stein-holding competitions, live music, or giant pretzels and bratwurst, these can't-miss Nashville spots are serving up the best Oktoberfest celebrations of the season.
October 1-4 | Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Nashville's signature Oktoberfest celebration returns to Germantown for four days of German food, imported beer, live entertainment, shopping, and family-friendly fun. Festival highlights include the annual Dachshund Derby, Pup Parade, Bier Run 5K, stein-holding competitions, brat-eating contests, multiple beer gardens, live German music, arts and crafts vendors, and VIP experiences. As one of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the Southeast, this is the city's premier destination for all things Oktoberfest.
Von Elrod's Beer Hall & Kitchen
October 1-4
Known for hosting one of Nashville's most popular Oktoberfest parties, Von Elrod's is bringing back four days of beer-filled festivities, contests, DJs, and German-inspired fun.
Highlights include:
- Special local and international Oktoberfest beers
- DJ Guy Fell spinning throughout the weekend
- Stein-holding contests
- Costume contests
- Massive Saturday street party
- Complimentary Paulaner Oktoberfest beer with Saturday admission
The biggest celebration takes place on Saturday, October 3, when the street closes for an all-day Oktoberfest party complete with contests, music, and plenty of beer garden energy.
September 22 through October 4
Lost & Found is hosting East Nashville's first annual Oktoberfest celebration with nearly two weeks of German-inspired food, beer, music, and games. Guests can enjoy hot pretzels, bratwurst with sauerkraut, Flammkuchen, and a special tap takeover featuring Paulaner, Birra Moretti, Erdinger, Weihenstephan, Hi-Wire, and Stone beers. Weekend festivities include live music from the Mud Bug Stompers, traditional Oktoberfest games on October 3, and limited-edition merchandise. Admission is free.
This Germantown favorite gets into the Oktoberfest spirit with live music, beer specials, contests, and plenty of outdoor beer garden energy. Located just steps from the city's biggest Oktoberfest celebrations, it's a perfect stop during a festival weekend.
This East Nashville favorite embraces Oktoberfest season with German-inspired food and drink specials, seasonal beer selections, festive music, and beer hall-style energy. Stop in for a stein, grab a pretzel, and soak up the neighborhood atmosphere during one of fall's most celebrated traditions.
The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden
One of Nashville's most beloved beer destinations, The Pharmacy offers an Oktoberfest experience that feels right at home year-round. Its spacious East Nashville beer garden features an extensive selection of craft and international beers paired with locally sourced burgers, bratwurst, and house-made sauces. For Oktoberfest lovers, it's the perfect place to grab a cold beer, enjoy the outdoor atmosphere, and experience one of Nashville's most iconic beer gardens.