A harvest festival celebrated since the early 1800s, Oktoberfest is traditionally held during the month of September in Germany. Here in the Northwest, we mix it up with some Oktoberfest events starting in September, and others held in October. Regardless of when they are held, Oktoberfest events are as good a reason as any to gather with friends over German-style lagers in the Biergarten.
Here’s where to celebrate Oktoberfest in Bellingham and Whatcom County in 2024. Prost!
September 19-22
Sunnyland Fest is BACK for it's 5th consecutive year.
All six Sunnyland neighborhood breweries will come together to host this "Oktoberfest" style event from September 19-22. Expect costumes, decorations, music, prizes, fun food specials and of course, festbiers from all participating breweries!
September 28
Get your lederhosen, dirndls, and steins ready, because Oktoberfest is coming to Boundary Bay Brewery! Join us in the beer garden on Saturday, September 28th for a celebration of Oktoberfest!
The celebration kicks off at noon, followed by a full day of beer, food, and entertainment! Win prizes and get bragging rights by participating in our many contests including Hammerschlagen, Steinholding, Musical Chairs, and Yodeling! We’ll also have plenty of crafts for adults and kids alike!
Enjoy free live music from Band Zandt at 12:30, entertainment from Jules the Juggler at 2, and acoustic sets from Analog Brass at 3 and 5 pm! We’re honored to have Lucas Warford of Three for Silver hosting Oktoberfest! We’ll be serving up a delicious menu of German-inspired food, with a selection of our locally brewed beer and non-alcoholic beverages! Oktoberfest will be a free, all-ages, dog-friendly event!
September 28
Get ready to don your lederhosen and raise a stein at the Ferndale Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 28th, from 5-10 pm! Join us for a night of Bavarian fun and festivities at our 21+ event, filled with music, dancing, costume contest, and traditional Bavarian games. Indulge in delicious bites from our selection of food trucks and grab a pint of your favorite brew.
Register here: https://ferndaledowntown.wildapricot.org/event-5694682
Sep 27 & 28 // Oct. 4 & 5
Head out on a cruise on Bellingham Bay & Chuckanut Bay while tasting beer and snacks! Boundary Bay Brewery will be joined by other local breweries to feature their delicious ales and lagers. These cruises happen all through the fall from San Juan Cruises but special cruises are offered for Oktoberfest.
October 11 & 12
Head to the Deming Log Show Grounds this October for a festival benefitting the Busted Up Loggers Fund. Must be 21 to attend. The festival includes live music, dancing, Bavarian food, stein holding competition, free dry camping, and a free beer stein with admission! Learn more and call for tickets here.
