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 – 10 p.m. The weekend showcases 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 p.m. on Friday, officially opening the festival with a toast to friendship and festivity.

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Live German music and authentic cuisine

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.

Contests, competitions and family-friendly fun

Festival highlights include:

• Live German band – direct from Germany
• Authentic cuisine – brats, schnitzels, pretzels, strudel and more
• Imported German Bier + special Oktoberfest brews from Bone Haus Brewery
• Contests and competitions – Bier Stein holding, Alphorn blowing, and best dressed
• Family Fun – kids’ entertainment
• Bavarian ambiance – blue and white table décor and sing-alongs under the stars
• Vendor market – unique goods and local products

Experience Bavarian ambiance and local vendor market

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 $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 fountainhillssistercities.org/oktoberfest/