Prost! Fountain Hills Oktoberfest Returns for 17th Annual Authentic Bavarian Celebration
Get ready to raise your steins! The 17th Annual Fountain Hills Oktoberfest returns to the Fountain Hills Community Center and Centennial Plaza (13001 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268) on Friday, October 3, and Saturday, October 4, from 5:00 to 10:00 PM. Come for a weekend of authentic German culture, cuisine, and community spirit!
Kicking off the festivities in true Bavarian fashion, Mayor Gerry Friedel will perform the traditional keg tapping ceremony at 6:00 PM on Friday, officially opening the festival with a toast to friendship and festivity.
Just like in Munich, where Oktoberfest has been celebrated since 1810, Fountain Hills brings German tradition to life with live music by a band flown in from Germany, authentic German foods such as brats, schnitzels, apple strudel, and hand-grated potato pancakes cooked on-site, and of course, world-famous German-brewed bier. This year, the festival proudly partners with local craft favorite Bone Haus Brewery, which will showcase specially brewed beers in honor of Oktoberfest.
Festival highlights include:
- Live German Band – Direct from Germany
- Authentic Cuisine – Brats, schnitzels, pretzels, strudel, & more
- Imported German Bier + Special Oktoberfest brews from Bone Haus Brewery
- Contests & Competitions – Bier Stein holding, Alphorn blowing, and Best Dressed
- Family Fun – Kids’ entertainment
- Bavarian Ambiance – Blue & white table décor and sing-alongs under the stars
- Vendor Market – Featuring unique goods and local products
Set beside the iconic International Dark Sky Pavilion and within sight of the world-famous Fountain, this community event brings neighbors together under the stars for two unforgettable nights of laughter, tradition, and celebration – Bavarian-style!
Admission is just $10 per person; kids 12 and under are free. Wear a Dirndl or Lederhosen and receive a 16 oz. beer or a pretzel.
Fountain Hills Oktoberfest is hosted by Fountain Hills Sister Cities, a nonprofit organization celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025. All proceeds benefit cultural exchange and international friendship programs.
For more details and tickets,
visit https://fountainhillssistercities.org/oktoberfest/