Oktoberfest Zinzinnati 2024 in Midwest

The city of Cincinnati, Ohio, hosts the second-largest Oktoberfest in the world (surpassed only by the original festival in Munich, Germany). A massive three-day celebration of German culture, food, and beer attracts about a million visitors each September.

Events

Oktoberfest Zinzinnati features over 30 performances across its four-day celebration. Enjoy a variety of entertainment at multiple stages, including the Zinzinnati Festhalle Stage, River Stage, Krombacker Fest Tent, Radeberger Fest Tent, and Amphitheater Stage. You can sign up your furry friend for the Running of the Wieners, test your strength in the Stein Hoisting competition, mingle with Cincinnati Singles downtown, and explore your artistic side with a Glassblowing workshop. Don’t miss out on the excitement and festive fun—there’s something for everyone!

Schedule of the Festival

Oktoberfest Zinzinnati 2024 will take place from Thursday to Sunday. On Thursday, the festival runs from 4 pm to 11 pm, while Friday and Saturday will see festivities from 11 am to 11 pm. On Sunday, the event concludes with hours from 11 am to 7 pm.

Beer & Food

Festival-goers eat about 3,600 lb (1,600 kg) of sauerkraut, 87,542 metts, 80,500 brats, 56,250 sausages, 24,640 pancakes, 20,000 cream puffs, 700 pigtails, 400 pickled pigs feet, and 23,004 pretzels.

Tickets & Location

The kegs will be tapped at the new location at Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove, creating an environment that is authentically Zinzinnati. The festival is free of charge and open to the public.

History of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati

First held in 1976, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati celebrates the German heritage of Southwest Ohio with German-style music and entertainment. Oktoberfest Zinzinnati has claimed a few records. It hosted the world's largest Chicken Dance in 1994, featuring over 48,000 participants.