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Helen, Georgia is the ultimate spot to celebrate Oktoberfest near Atlanta -- there are events throughout fall! Photo by Bill Leffler
Helen, Georgia is the ultimate spot to celebrate Oktoberfest near Atlanta -- there are events throughout fall! Photo by Bill Leffler
10/4/24 - By Melanie Preis

It's Oktoberfest — bring out the polka bands and lederhosen because it's time to celebrate! Atlanta hosts great Oktoberfest-themed events and activities, including our own Bavarian town, Helen, Georgia! We've gathered some of our favorite Oktoberfest events in Atlanta that will get everyone singing, "oompah, oompah!" 

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Atlanta Oktoberfest Events for Families

Hobtoberfest

Midtown
Through October 6, 2024
From September 30 – October 6, celebrate 15 years of HOBNOB — Oktoberfest style! Hobtoberfest is where imported German beer flows like water, the food specials bring the deliciousness, and the fall vibes know no end. And there is a lot of fun to be had at Atlantic Station! READ MORE

Oktoberfest at Printer's Ale

Carrollton
Through October 6, 2024
Oktoberfest 2024 is bigger than ever! And there are lots of kid-friendly activities at Printer's Ale in Carrollton. READ MORE

Oktoberfest in Helen

Helen
Through Sunday, October 27, 2024
Head north about 1.5 hours to join the German celebration in Helen for its 53rd year. Visitors embrace all things Bavarian from food to beverages to music and dancing. Kids enjoy the festivities too with their own dance floor (and the always kid-favorite chicken dance).  READ MORE

Oktoberfest Food Festival at Six Flags Over Georgia

Austell
Weekends through November 3, 2024
Savor a menu of German inspired cuisine, complimented by craft and seasonal brews, all while being immersed in traditional Oktoberfest décor and live entertainment. READ MORE

Oktoberfest at Trinity Lutheran Church

Lilburn
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Trinity Lutheran Church's Oktoberfest is an annual celebration held since 2003. This community-wide event offers fun for everyone, including good food, music and dancing, arts and crafts, inflatables, carnival games, prizes, and a petting zoo. Tickets can be purchased at the door or ahead of time by contacting the church office. READ MORE

Oktoberfest at Der Biergarten

Downtown
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Enjoy an unforgettable Oktoberfest at Der Biergarten, Atlanta's best authentic German restaurant, on October 5! Doors open at 12 PM for a day filled with fun: a ceremonial keg tapping, a delicious pig roast, contests, games, and awesome giveaways! Plus, catch the Atlanta United game while you celebrate. Don’t miss this amazing event—Prost! READ MORE

Oktoberfest at Gate City Brewing

Roswell
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Celebrate Oktoberfest at Gate City! After the Youth Day Parade, head over for an Oktoberfest celebration. Enjoy live music; DJ Nash from 1-5pm and The Headtones from 8-11pm; food trucks; stein holding contest; and more. READ MORE

Kidstoberfest at Tucker Brewing Co.

Tucker
Sunday, October 6, 2024
As part of Tucktoberfest, the brewery hosts a special day just for kids! Check out the family-friendly activities below: READ MORE

Oktoberfest at Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead

Buckhead
October 11-13, 2024
The Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead will transport Atlantans to Munich during a three-day Oktoberfest celebration, brimming with German cuisine, live music, and themed activities for guests. On October 11, 12, and 13 from 4-8p.m., the award-winning hotel will transform its enchanting, private outdoor space into a tent-covered biergarten fit for the Prost in the Garden: Waldorf Astoria Oktoberfest affair. READ MORE

Chalktoberfest

Marietta - FREE
October 12 & 13, 2024
There is something for every member of the family at Chalktoberfest, a free event on the Historic Marietta Square hosted by The Marietta Cobb Museum of Art. The Chalk event is held in conjunction with a Craft Beer Festival.  READ MORE

OktoberFEAST

Sandy Springs - FREE
October 19 & 20, 2024
The City of Sandy Springs presents the second annual OktoberFEAST, with family fun on tap October 18 - 19 on the City Green. Enjoy yard games, live music by the Swinging Bavarians, German beers, authentic Bavarian cuisine, and polka lessons! READ MORE

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Melanie Preis
Melanie Preis is a writer, editor, wife, and mom of three (including her beloved bernedoodle). Before joining Mommy Poppins, she worked at StyleBlueprint, Turner Broadcasting, and HowStuffWorks. She loves reading, anything Bravo, art fairs, and, of course, her bernedoodle.
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