When it comes to Oktoberfest, Columbia proves itself as the host with the prost as local breweries, bottle shops and even churches (okay, *one* church) fully embrace the weeks-long German celebration. So dust off your lederhosen and have your steins at the ready – Oktoberfest is upon us and there are ample opportunities to get your fill of Bavarian brews and bites all over town.
SIP & SCULPT AT SAVAGE CRAFT | SEPTEMBER 8
Savage Craft kicks off the Oktoberfest season with crafts, and we aren't just talking about their beer. NOMAD Mobile Art Studio will be on site to help you craft your own ceramic mug or beer stein. After making your creation, NOMAD will take care of firing and finish your piece. It will be ready for you to pick up within two weeks. Perfect for sipping all season long.
Oktoberfest at Bierkeller | September 20-22, September 27-29, October 4-6
There's no excuse to miss out on the Oktoberfest actives with Bierkeller's three-weekend-long celebration. Head on over to their German market hall-inspired space (or stake a spot amidst the sizable outdoor biergarten) along the river for a weekend full of traditional brews and hearty menu options.
Dalesfest at The Dales Biergarten & Bottle Shoppe | September 21
Before you dive into the pretzels and festbier, work up a bit of an appetite. Participate in a morning 5K that ends at The Dales and benefits the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Once you make it to The Dales, enjoy beer and wine, live music and a food trucks.
Oktoberfest at Fort Jackson | September 27
Fort Jackson kicks off their Oktoberfest celebration with a mile long Volksmarch at 4:30 before an evening of German beer, live music and vendors and games for all ages.
Oktoberfest at Columbia Craft | September 28
Catch a fall breeze while sipping a Columbia Craft brew on their rooftop patio. More details to come soon!
Axes & Ale at Savage Craft | September 28
The Columbia Craft patio is practically begging to be turned into a German-style beer garden, and that's just what you'll see for Axes & Ales. From a beer hall to jousting exhibitions and axe throwing for the adventurous type. And of course there will be plenty of bites to go along with the flowing ale.
Oktoberfest at Steel Hands Brewing | October 4
You can expect Steel Hands bring the oompah. From noon to night, you can enjoy Polka music, their very own Festbier, traditional German bites and spirited competitions. Don't miss out on a minute of the fun out in Cayce.
Oktoberfest Columbia at Incarnation Lutheran Church | October 11-13
For over a decade, Columbia’s original Oktoberfest celebration has been breaking out the signature blue and white diamond-patterned tablecloths for three days of tented biergartens, live entertainment, a homemade German food menu (complete with pastries!) and family-friendly fun in the Kinderzone. It’s a classic for a reason.
WECO Oktoberfest at WECO Bottle & Biergarten | October 18 – 20
German beers take over at WECO for their annual Oktoberfest. Enjoy three days in the biergarten with local food trucks and the cool October breeze.
For more fall festivities, visit our calendar of events.
