The Richmond Oktoberfest - 56th Annual Party!

Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm UTC-04:00

Old Dominion Building | Richmond

Richmond Oktoberfest
Publisher/HostRichmond Oktoberfest
The Richmond Oktoberfest - 56th Annual Party!
Advertisement
Hallo Freunde!
It is our pleasure to announce that the 56th Annual Richmond Oktoberfest will be again be held at the Old Dominion Building at the Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 East Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222. **We have decided to keep the entrance fee this year to only $10 per person for those 16 years old and older.** Kids free.
Friday October 16th, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm and Saturday October 17th, 2026 from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Lively Entertainment:
“Die Lustigen Almdudler” – one of the Best German Party Bands.
Bavarian Dancers – The Hirschjaeger Bavarian Dancers.
Beer Garden Music – Dan Smith will entertain you in the Biergarten.
Drinks:
A variety of German beer from three of the best-known German breweries – Warsteiner, Paulaner, and Bitburger – including Oktoberfest styles, Pilsners, Lagers, Hefe–Weisse, Märzens, Dunkels and non-alcoholic beers. German wines for your enjoyment. Pepsi-branded soft drinks, water, and other non-alcoholic drinks will be sold by the Raceway.
Delicious food:
Bratwurst, Knackwurst, Weisswurst (with all sausages hand-crafted by Usinger’s of Wisconsin), roast pork, and broiled chicken. Side dishes to include Sauerkraut, Potato Salad, and Red Cabbage.
Our snack bar will have freshly made German potato pancakes, a variety of filled pretzels, hot dogs, French fries and more!
Cakes and Pastries:
Our bakery, the Reinecker’s Bakery of Macedonia, Ohio, will offer a large selection of German tortes, pastries, and breads.
Program:
Party music for dancing and your listening enjoyment.
Kinder Korner with games and activities to entertain the children. Door prizes. The ever so popular “Bier Stein” Hoisting Contest for men and women with each winner receiving a 3-liter Oktoberfest Beer Stein. Souvenir and vendor stands featuring a wide selection of Oktoberfest-related gifts.
Entrance Fees:
We are keeping our new price from 2025. ALL tickets are just $10 each! All guests 16 years old and older require a ticket for entrance. Plus the option to purchase a TWO-DAY ticket for $15.
Lodging:
For those of you who plan to stay overnight, we will be partnering with a hotel near the Raceway. Check back on the Oktoberfest website or Facebook for details as the date gets closer.
Advertisement

Event Venue

Old Dominion Building, Richmond International Raceway,Lakeside, Virginia, Richmond, United States

Tickets

Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Richmond

Dizgo w\/ Bebbus at The Camel 10\/15\/26
Thu, 15 Oct at 07:00 pm Dizgo w/ Bebbus at The Camel 10/15/26

1621 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States, Virginia 23220

Sheryl Underwood
Thu, 15 Oct at 07:00 pm Sheryl Underwood

Funny Bone Comedy Club - Richmond

Nurse Blake
Thu, 15 Oct Nurse Blake

The National - VA

Trampled By Turtles w\/ The Last Revel
Thu, 15 Oct at 07:30 pm Trampled By Turtles w/ The Last Revel

The National

Trampled by Turtles, The Last Revel in Richmond
Thu, 15 Oct at 07:30 pm Trampled by Turtles, The Last Revel in Richmond

The National

Trampled by Turtles
Thu, 15 Oct Trampled by Turtles

The National - Richmond

Nurse Blake: But Did You Die? Comedy Tour
Fri, 16 Oct at 07:00 pm Nurse Blake: But Did You Die? Comedy Tour

The National

Richmond Kickers SC vs. Corpus Christi FC
Fri, 16 Oct at 07:00 pm Richmond Kickers SC vs. Corpus Christi FC

City Stadium - Richmond

Michael Blaustein
Fri, 16 Oct Michael Blaustein

Carpenter Theatre At Dominion Energy Center

For King and Country
Fri, 16 Oct at 07:00 pm For King and Country

Altria Theater - Richmond

Nurse Blake at The National
Fri, 16 Oct Nurse Blake at The National

The National

From the South
Sat, 17 Oct at 02:00 pm From the South

Main Library - Richmond Public Library

Richmond is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Richmond Events