T'is the season for Oktoberfest, so we’ve compiled a few of our local celebrations, both traditional and non, to help get the party started. You may also find other Oktoberfest-like parties while exploring downtown Punta Gorda around mid-to-late September.
The fun kicks off traditionally, with Sandra’s Oktoberfest 2024 at Sandra’s Restaurant. Their fest features authentic German cuisine and Hofbräu beer! Head over on Friday, September 27, at 4 pm.
Join 
unWined Punta Gorda for two Oktoberfest dates: Friday, September 27, 5–11 pm and Saturday, October 26, 2024, 1–11 pm! Each event will feature live music and amazing German food including Schweinshaxe (pork knuckle) with sauerkraut and beer mustard and warm pretzels with beer cheese dip.
Our newest brew-spot, Charlie Foxtrot Brewing, is excited for their inaugural Foxtoberfest! This fun iteration of the festival will feature a costume contest, genuine German music, authentic German food by Currywurst SRQ food truck and traditional German desserts by Spelltacular Sweets food truck, drink specials, and a few surprises! Join them at the Charlotte County Fairgrounds, Sunday, September 29, beginning at noon.
PetoberFest, an Oktoberfest for families, means your furry friends and kids can join in the fun! This family-friendly fest takes place Saturday, October 19, 11 am–6 pm in Gilchrist Park, and features vendors and food trucks, live music, a biergarten, bounce houses, a dunk tank, face painting, a pumpkin patch, and much more!
So put on your Tracht (traditional Bavarian clothing like dirndls and lederhosen) or step into some flip-flops and enjoy one or more of these fun and friendly Oktoberfest parties in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach.
Prost!
