Redlands Oktoberfest

Two days of bier, brats, and family-friendly Bavarian fun at Sylvan Park.

Thanks for a great 2026, Redlands!

See you back at Sylvan Park in October 2027

Get 2027 Updates Thank our sponsors ↓

Event Details

Redlands Oktoberfest at Sylvan Park — photo 1

Redlands Oktoberfest at Sylvan Park — photo 2

Redlands Oktoberfest at Sylvan Park — photo 3

Redlands Oktoberfest at Sylvan Park — photo 4

Redlands Oktoberfest at Sylvan Park — photo 5

15th Annual · Sylvan Park

Redlands Oktoberfest 2026

Saturday: October 3, 2026 • 11:00 am – 7:00 pmLive oompah band + Raincross Drive rock concert to close out the night
Sunday: October 4, 2026 • 11:00 am – 5:00 pmLive oompah band
Location: Sylvan Park, 601 N University St, Redlands, CA 92374

Proceeds support Redlands youth programs.

Beer & Food

Authentic Munich Oktoberfest beers and German-inspired eats, all weekend long.

Food and drinks purchased separately at the event.

Cold Oktoberfest beers raised in a toast

Our Beers

From Munich Märzen to crisp lagers and cloudy hefeweizen — whether you like it dark and malty or crisp and light, there's a pour for every taste.

Paulaner Oktoberfest Märzen
Hofbräu Oktoberfest
Hacker-Pschorr Oktoberfest
Spaten Oktoberfest
Spaten Premium
Franziskaner Weissbier
Weihenstephaner
Stella Artois

Bratwurst and sausages grilling with onions

The Food

Bratwurst, giant pretzels, and German-inspired goodness alongside local food-truck favorites and sweet treats. Come hungry.

Wicked Sausage
Wetzel's Pretzels
Salvi-Nation
Cornerstone BBQ
Finazzo's Pizza Box
Jovi's Diner Burger Bus & Taco Trailer
Dawgs for Dogs
Daddy's Best Froyo
Hero Slush

Stein & Spirits Garden

This year we're pouring bier from each of these legendary Bavarian breweries.

Paulaner
est. 1634 · Munich
Brewed by Munich's Paulaner friars since 1634 and one of the six official Oktoberfest breweries. Its Märzen is amber, malty, and smooth.
Franziskaner
est. 1363 · Munich
Munich's classic hefeweizen: cloudy, fruity, and refreshing. A great pick if Märzen isn't your thing.
Hofbräu München
est. 1589 · Munich
Founded by the Duke of Bavaria and home to the famous Hofbräuhaus — one of the six official Oktoberfest beers.
Hacker-Pschorr
est. 1417 · Munich
One of Munich's oldest breweries, brewing traditional and modern styles. Its Oktoberfest Märzen is a fall highlight.
Spaten
est. 1397 · Munich
One of the six official Munich Oktoberfest breweries. We're pouring both its Oktoberfest and its crisp Premium Lager.
Weihenstephaner
est. 1040 · Freising, Bavaria
The world's oldest brewery, brewing in Freising since 1040.

Attractions

A full weekend of Bavarian fun — for the kids, the music lovers, and everyone in between.

Kids Village

Presented by Paulson Orthodontics

Oktoberfest is fun for the whole family. Bring the kids to the expansive Kids Village for bounce houses, face painting, and hands-on projects from Home Depot and Garner Holt's Education & Imagination Foundation.

Main Stage

Presented by Hatfield Buick & Emerson Fine Jewelry

Our Main Stage keeps the party going all weekend: traditional German tunes, a classic oompah band, and on Saturday night, popular local band Raincross Drive closes out the evening with classic rock hits.

Don't miss the iconic Beer Stein Holding Contest and see if you have what it takes to earn the title of Oktoberfest Champion!

Crafts & Confections Bavarian Market

Explore the Bavarian Market for unique trinkets, collectibles, and delicious confections. It's the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind souvenirs and bring home a piece of Oktoberfest.

Festival Feasts Plaza

Come hungry. A lineup of food vendors serving everything from hearty German sausages to sweet treats — something for everyone.

Games & Pavilions

Take a break in the shaded West and East Pavilions and jump into classic festival games.

Hammerschlagen
Cornhole
Connect Four
Life-size Jenga
Safe axe throwing

Directions to Sylvan Park

Our Oktoberfest is held at beautiful Sylvan Park in Redlands.

Map showing Sylvan Park at 601 N University St, Redlands

601 N University St, Redlands, CA 92374

The park is located on N University Street between Park and Colton.

Coming from the west on I-10: Exit Cypress, continue to Citrus, turn left on Citrus, then right on University Street and follow it to the park — the park will be on your left.
Coming from the east on I-10: Exit University and turn left on University Street, then follow it to the park — the park will be on your left.

Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an age limit?

No — it's a family-friendly event, and guests 20 and under enter free. ID is required for beer and wine purchases.

What are my parking and transportation options?

We encourage everyone to take Metrolink — the Redlands–University station is just 0.2 miles from the entrance, making it an easy, eco-friendly way to arrive. Free street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood but fills up quickly, and paid on-site parking may be offered at the event. Watch our Instagram page for any Metrolink promo codes closer to the date.

What can I bring?

No pets (service animals welcome), and no outside food or beverages except water. Chairs and blankets are welcome in designated areas.

Do I need a printed ticket?

No — just have your ticket accessible on your mobile device.

The name on my ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?

That's fine. It's one ticket per person, and each ticket can only be scanned once.

What is the refund policy?

All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. The event will be held rain or shine.

What if I didn't receive my ticket email?

Check your spam or junk folder first. If you still can't find your confirmation, reach out and we'll resend it.

Our Valued Sponsors & Partners

The Redlands Oktoberfest is made possible by these generous local businesses and individuals — supporting the Optimist Club's youth programs all year long.