We love Oktoberfest, so we’ve compiled a few of our local celebrations, both traditional and non, to give you an idea of the Oktoberfest fun to be had in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach.
Upcoming Fun
Sandra’s Restaurant is extending the fun with their FallOktoberfest, so make plans now to join them every Friday and Saturday in November for live music, authentic brews, and authentic German food!
Plan Now for Next Year
Make plans now to join unWined Punta Gorda for their Oktoberfest event, which always features live music and amazing German food.
Our newest brew-spot, Charlie Foxtrot Brewing, held their inaugural Foxtoberfest at the Charlotte County Fairgrounds. This fun iteration of the festival featured 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 more. Be sure to make plans to attend their next one if you're in the area.
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!
Oktoberfest FAQs
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What does Oktoberfest celebrate?
While it was originally held to celebrate the marriage of Ludwig, the prince of Bavaria, and Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen, these days, Oktoberfest is known as the world’s largest folk festival (with a strong focus on beer in some iterations) and is a mainstay of Bavarian culture.
Where does the real Oktoberfest take place?
The original Oktoberfest is held in Munich, Germany.
When is Oktoberfest?
Traditionally, Oktoberfest happens during the two weeks between the third Saturday in September and the first Sunday in October.
The first Oktoberfest was held October 12, 1810.
Why is Oktoberfest in September?
In Bavaria, it’s usually rainy in October, so the festival start date was moved to mid-to-late September.