Oktoberfest 2026: Where to Celebrate on Oahu
Celebrate the season with German-style beer, food, live music and plenty of island spirit at Oktoberfest events across Oahu.
Key Takeaway
Oktoberfest may have started as a Bavarian celebration, but Oahu has embraced the tradition with local breweries, restaurants and community events. From Honolulu to Kailua, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy German-inspired food, seasonal beers, music and family-friendly fall festivities throughout September and October.
Prost! Oktoberfest began as a royal wedding celebration in Bavaria, but today the annual tradition has become a worldwide celebration of German beer, hearty food, live music and plenty of good cheer. And here in Hawaii, you don’t have to travel across the globe to join the festivities.
From Honolulu to Kailua, Oahu breweries, restaurants and community events are bringing their own take on Oktoberfest to the island this year. Some familiar favorites are returning, while others are changing things up for 2026.
Whether you’re looking for German-style beers, bratwurst and pretzels, live music or a family-friendly fall event, there’s something happening throughout the month of October. Grab your friends, find your favorite lederhosen or dirndl, and get ready to celebrate.
Before You Go
- Check the event website or social media before heading out for the latest details.
- Some events require advance tickets or have specific eligibility requirements.
- Dates, prices, menus and entertainment can change.
- Plan a safe ride home if you’ll be drinking.
Oktoberfest Events on Oahu
Hana Koa Brewing Oktoberfest Menu
Now through Oct. 3 | Pay as you go
Hana Koa Brewing is celebrating Oktoberfest with the release of two seasonal beers: its annual Hammershlager Festbier and Foundling Dunkel Lager. Beer brat hot dogs are also available for $10 and knotted soft pretzels for $6.50.
Waikiki Brewing Co. Oktoberfest Beer & Food Releases
While supplies last | Pay as you go
In honor of Oktoberfes, Waikīkī Brewing Co. introduced four new beers—the largest locally brewed Oktoberfest lineup on Oahu.
The returning flight-and-pint special is $19 and includes 4-ounce pours of Munich-style Helles Lager, German-style Festbier, Munich Dunkel Lager and Traditional Bavarian Hefeweizen. After sampling all four, choose your favorite for a full pint. Individual pints are $9.
German-inspired food specials will be available. Growler fills of all four Oktoberfest beers will be $28, and a limited-edition Festbier T-shirt will also be available.
Beer Brats at Beer Lab Hawai‘i
Begins Thursday, Oct. 1 | The Hall at Pearlridge and Puck’s Alley | Pay as you go
Beer Lab Hawai‘i is bringing some German-inspired flavor to two of its locations with a Sausage Fest beginning Oct. 1. Look for homemade beer brats, additional German-inspired dishes and oversized beer mugs for those looking for an extra-large pour.
Aloha Beer Co. Oktoberfest 2026
Friday, Oct. 2 | 5–10 p.m.
The open-air beer garden at Aloha Beer Co. in Kaka‘ako provides the backdrop for its Oktoberfest celebration.
The evening features the limited-release Aloha Fest Bier, available in a $25 keepsake stein with $10 refills throughout the night. Come dressed for the occasion and you could take home a prize in the Dirndl & Lederhosen Contest. Oktoberfest food specials will also be available throughout the evening.
Oktoberfest 2026 at Hale Koa Hotel
Friday and Saturday, Oct. 2 and 3 | 5:30–9 p.m. | Presale tickets $68–$78
Hale Koa Hotel's Oktoberfest celebration returns to the Banyan Tree Showroom for two nights of German food, beer and dancing.
Guests can enjoy favorites including sauerbraten, schweinshaxe and bratwurst, along with German beers. A live German band will keep the dance floor moving, with breaks throughout the evening for stein-hoisting competitions.
The event is open to active-duty and retired U.S. military, Department of Defense ID holders and their guests. Tickets tend to go quickly, so advance reservations are recommended.
Lanikai Brewing Oktoberfest Celebration
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 11 a.m.–10 p.m. | Free entry | Pay as you go
Spend the day celebrating Oktoberfest at Lanikai Brewing's biergarten-inspired taproom in Kailua.
Three German-style beers—märzen, helles and hefeweizen—will be on tap, along with non-alcoholic options including apfelschorle and lemon spezi.
German-inspired food will be available throughout the day, but the big event is the inaugural Brat Boss competition at 6 p.m. Contestants will have 10 minutes to see how many brats they can eat, with the winner taking home a $100 gift card, a crown and, of course, bragging rights (online registration has closed).
Oktoberfest 2026 at Star of the Sea Church
Friday, Oct. 25 | 5:30–9:30 p.m. | Tickets $90 | Cash or check only
Star of the Sea Church transforms its cafeteria into a Bavarian-style celebration for an evening of German food, music and dancing.
The event features a German buffet prepared by Chef Stefan, with German beer and wine included with the ticket. Mike Lewis & the Matterhorns will provide polka and other lively music, joined by German dancers and additional musicians throughout the evening.
With Hofbräuhaus-inspired decorations setting the scene, this annual event offers a festive way to wrap up O‘ahu's Oktoberfest season.
More Oktoberfest Celebrations Around Oahu
Oktoberfest isn't limited to the major events on the calendar. Local breweries, bars and restaurants around the island may also offer seasonal German beers, bratwurst, pretzels and other Oktoberfest-inspired specials throughout September and October.
Keep an eye on your favorite local breweries for limited-edition Märzen, Festbier, Hefeweizen and Dunkel releases—and check event websites and social media before heading out, as dates, prices and offerings can change.
Oktoberfest FAQs
When is Oktoberfest celebrated on Oahu?
Oahu's Oktoberfest events take place primarily throughout September and October, with individual festivals, beer releases and food specials scheduled on different dates.
Are Oktoberfest events on Oahu family-friendly?
Some are. Events such as the Kailua Fall Festival and the Schofield Barracks Oktoberfest include family-friendly activities. Check individual event details before attending, as age restrictions and admission policies vary.
Do I need tickets for Oktoberfest events?
It depends on the event. Several celebrations offer free entry and operate on a pay-as-you-go basis, while others require advance tickets. Military and DOD eligibility requirements also apply to some events.
What should I expect at an Oktoberfest celebration?
Depending on the event, you may find German-style beers, bratwurst, pretzels and other traditional foods, live music, dancing, stein-hoisting competitions, seasonal beer releases and Oktoberfest-themed contests.
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