America’s largest Oktoberfest returns to Cincinnati’s riverfront for its 50th anniversary, September 17–20, 2026, at Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove. Presented by Sam Adams with free admission, the fest features German food and beer, multiple entertainment stages, a 300-foot fest tent seating 1,000+, and signature traditions including the World’s Largest Chicken Dance, Stein Hoisting, and Running of the Wieners. New for 2026: a 31-foot two-story Sam Adams Glockenspiel with biergarten and second-story stage. Organizer: Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber (presented by Sam Adams). Hours: Thu 4–10pm; Fri 11am–11pm; Sat 10am–11pm; Sun 10am–7pm ET.
| 09/17/2026 | 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM |
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| 09/18/2026 | 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM |
| 09/19/2026 | 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM |
| 09/20/2026 | 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM |
