BAINBRIDGE ISLAND OKTOBERFEST

OCTOBER 3, 2026 | 2–9 PM
THE BOATHOUSE AT WATERFRONT PARK
ALL AGES

After an incredible inaugural event in 2025, Bainbridge Island Oktoberfest returns October 3 with an expanded footprint into Waterfront Park, more entertainment, more activities, and even more Oktoberfest fun.

We're bringing back everything you loved, including German food, local beer and cider, stein holding, costumes, activities for all ages, and plenty of live entertainment.

Plus, there's much more still to come.

Oktoberfest is back. And we're going bigger.

BEER + CIDER

CONTESTS

GERMAN FOOD

ALL-AGES FUN

LIVE MUSIC

THE STEIN

EVENT SCHEDULE

2:00 PM

DOORS OPEN & FESTIVITIES BEGIN
Opening cask tapping with Bainbridge Brewing

2:30 PM

KINDER COSTUME CONTEST
& Root Beer Stein-Holding Contest

WOMEN’S STEIN-HOLDING COMPETITION
Qualifying rounds

3:00 PM

3:30 PM

MEN’S STEIN-HOLDING COMPETITION
Qualifying rounds

ADULT COSTUME CONTEST
& Yodeling Contest

4:00 PM

4:30 PM

PIE EATING CONTEST

BAVARIAN BEER GARDEN BAND
Live performance on the main stage

5:00 -9:00 PM

DURING THE BAND BREAK

STEIN-HOLDING CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS

LIVE AT OKTOBERFEST

BAVARIAN BEER GARDEN BAND

5–9 PM

Traditional Oktoberfest music, dancing, sing-alongs and high-energy beer garden fun take over the waterfront as the Bavarian Beer Garden Band headlines this year's celebration.

MORE ENTERTAINMENT TO BE ANNOUNCED

YOUR FAVORITES ARE BACK

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Everything you need to know before raising a stein with us.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026
2–9 PM

THE BOATHOUSE AT WATERFRONT PARK
281 Brien Drive SE
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

FREE ADMISSION · ALL AGES

  • Oktoberfest is located within walking distance of the Bainbridge Island ferry terminal and downtown Winslow. Walk-on ferry travel is encouraged. Please check the current Washington State Ferries schedule before traveling and allow extra time for busy weekend sailings.

  • Parking near Waterfront Park and throughout downtown Winslow is limited. Guests are encouraged to walk, bike, carpool, or arrive as ferry walk-on passengers whenever possible.

    Please follow all posted parking restrictions and avoid parking in neighboring residential areas or private business lots.

  • Communal festival seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests are welcome to bring portable lawn or beach chairs for additional seating in the park.

  • Oktoberfest is an outdoor celebration and will take place rain or shine. Dress for the weather and come ready for an afternoon and evening on the waterfront.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Admission is free
• All ages are welcome
• Food and beverages are available for purchase
• Guests must be 21 or older with valid identification to purchase or consume alcohol
• Seating is limited
• Portable lawn and beach chairs are welcome
• The event takes place rain or shine

GET INVOLVED

PROST TO OUR PARTNERS

Bainbridge Island Oktoberfest is made possible through the generous support and collaboration of local businesses and organizations committed to bringing our community together.

Presenting

Biergarten Sponsor

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Thank you to the local businesses and organizations helping make the second annual Bainbridge Island Oktoberfest possible.

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