Memphis Oktoberfests and Fall Beer Fests

Memphis Oktoberfests and Fall Beer Fests

Prost, Memphis! Fall is approaching, and that means steins, pretzels, and plenty of seasonal brews.

Whether you’re craving a classic Oktoberfest celebration, a fall beer festival, or just a good excuse to enjoy crisp weather with a cold pint in hand, Memphis has you covered. Here’s your guide to the best Oktoberfests and fall beer fests happening around town.

Not all breweries have announced their events and details so tune back in for more as we get closer. Until then, consider this a big save the date!

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men compete in stein holding competition at soul & spirits
Jalyn Souchek


Soul & Spirits Brewery Oktoberfest, Saturday, September 20, Time noon to 8 p.m.

Celebrate Oktoberfest at Soul & Spirits Brewery in Uptown! This celebration corresponds with the official kick of Oktoberfest in Germany. They will have an authentic German keg tapping at noon, polka band at 2:30 p.m, dog costume contest at 3 p.m., stein holding competition at 4 p.m. and the return of the Brewery vs. Brewery Crosscut Saw Competition at 5 p.m. Liter drink specials of Freunden Festbier and Danka Oktoberfest flowing all day! 

Meddlesome Brewing Fall Festival, Saturday, September 27, Starts at noon

Fall is upon us y'all, and with that comes Meddlesome's annual craft fair: local vendors, live music and all kinds of free family fun (face painting and a bounce house!!). This event is free to attend.  


Cooper House Project Oktoberfest, Saturday, September 27

Cooper House Project’s 3rd annual Oktoberfest event with beer and food specials. Live music played throughout the day starting at 11 a.m. Come early and enjoy coffee specials starting at 8 a.m.

Wiseacre Oktoberfest, Wiseacre OG on Broad, Saturday, October 4, 3 p.m. 

Dust off your steins & lederhosen because one of the biggest Oktoberfest celebrations is back! Stein fills, food trucks, and live music with more details to follow! Stein fills of their medal-winning beers. Bring your own stein (max 1L) or buy one from them. Music from Mighty Souls and Oktoberfest worthy food trucks on-site.


Grind City Oktoberfest and 5 Year Anniversary, Saturday, October 4, Starts at 11 a.m.

5th annual Oktoberfest for Grind City and their 5th anniversary celebration pair to make their biggest celebration yet. Expect live music all day, food trucks, and traditional competitions plus special anniversary beer releases.

Memphis Zoo Zootoberfest, Every Saturday-Sunday, Starts October 4

Kick off October with Zootoberfest featuring some of your favorite Oktoberfest brews. Purchase a commemorative stein to sip beer from while you relax and enjoy an amazing fall day at Memphis Zoo. Stations are spread throughout the zoo every Saturday and Sunday through the first weekend of November. 


Maroon Brew Co. Oktoberfest, Saturday, October 11, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

One of the newest breweries in Shelby County, located in Collierville, is back to host their second Oktoberfest. Complete with a special menu, steins and a stein holding competition. More details to come!
 


Crosstown Brewing Crosstoberfest, Saturday, October 11, 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Join Crosstown for their annual celebration of fall, fun, music, and crispy lagers. Expect live music, food specials, local vendors, music, a costume contest, and the fan-favorite stein-holding contest.
 


Edgetoberfest in the Edge District, Saturday, October 11, Noon to 10 p.m.

Breweries Flyway and Memphis Made are teaming up once again for an Edge District Oktoberfest celebration! Details to come!
 


Oktoberfest in Overton Square, Saturday, October 25, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Get ready for a brewtiful day in the courtyard at Overton Square. There will be traditional German fun including beer, music by Polkawagen, dancing, food, games & more.

Ska-Tober Fest, Meddlesome Brewing, October 12, Starts at 4 p.m.

It's their version of Oktoberfest but make it Ska. Some of the best local Ska bands will perform. Six ska bands from across the U.S. take the stage for an all-day skank fest. Tickets are $15 in advance ($20 at the door).
 


Cooper-Young Beerfest, Saturday, October 18, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Back for the 15th year! Cap off a month of beer celebrations with nearly 30 regional breweries at Autowerks in Cooper Young for a day of beer nerd heaven with unlimited beer samples. Food trucks will be on site to purchase food from. Attendance is limited so there is more time for sipping and less time in line. No kids or pets for this one. Benefits the Cooper Young Community Association! Get your tickets in advance.

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Hey, I’m Jalyn Souchek! Director of Content for the I Love Memphis Blog and a full-time Memphis hype woman. I’m proud to call the 901 home, and when I’m not sharing the best of the city online, you’ll probably find me repping the Grizzlies, taking coffee walks down South Main, catching live music, posted up at a dive bar or brewery, or chasing down my next favorite bite to eat. Come explore Memphis with me. I’ll show you why this city is easy to love.

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Mathilda Doorley

Thanks for the all the Oktoberfest information !

 

September 30, 2022 1:19pm