The City of Gaithersburg will renew its Oktoberfest celebrations this year as it showcases Bavarian heritage and tradition.
The festival will be held in a large outdoor area with multiple stages of live entertainment. Scheduled acts include traditional Bavarian music as well as dancing such as polka and waltzes and modern acts from throughout Gaithersburg and beyond. There will also be interactive activities aimed at families and young visitors. Visitors are invited to wear lederhosen and other traditional outfits.
One of the major attractions is the distinctive Bavarian food, including classics like schnitzel and pretzels, and drink options including beer, cider, mead and non-alcoholic offerings. The Business Expo will showcase other types of creators from the community including artisans and artists. Vendors at festivals like this one often offer special deals and Promotional Products themed after the event.
This will be the 33rd annual Oktoberfest celebration in Gaithersburg, part of thousands of events around the world originating from the harvest festival in the Bavarian region of Germany. Past events have attracted up to 30,000 attendees, making it one of Gaithersburg’s biggest parties. A free and accessible shuttle will run between the festival and the parking lot on Orchard Ridge.
The 2026 edition of Gaithersburg Oktoberfest will take place in and around the Arts Barn, Kentlands, and Inspiration Lane area in Gaithersburg on the afternoon of October 11.
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