08/05/2026
# South Shore Oktoberfest 2026
Raise your stein and celebrate at **South Shore Oktoberfest**, a full day of craft beer, live entertainment, delicious food, local shopping, and family fun on the beautiful waterfront at the **Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic** in Lunenburg!
Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, a foodie, or simply looking for a great day out with family and friends, South Shore Oktoberfest has something for everyone.
# # πΊ The Beer Garden
Experience one of the South Shore's largest Oktoberfest Beer Gardens, featuring:
* A wide selection of **Nova Scotia craft breweries**
* **Exclusive Oktoberfest beers** specially brewed by **Shipwright Brewing Company**
* Local craft beer, cider, wine, and ready-to-drink beverages
* A full-service bar featuring spirits, coolers, and non-alcoholic beverages
* Traditional Oktoberfest atmosphere with live music all afternoon and evening
# # πΆ Live Entertainment
Enjoy an exciting lineup of entertainment throughout the day featuring:
* Traditional German and polka music
* Local bands and musicians
* Polka dancing
* Oktoberfest games and competitions, including the ever-popular **Beer Stein Holding Competition**
# # π Best of the Wurst
Who serves the South Shore's best sausage?
Kick off our **Best of the Wurst** competition on October 3! Participating local restaurants will each create their own unique Oktoberfest-inspired sausage or German-themed dish. Visitors can sample, vote for their favourite, and help crown the South Shore's "Best of the Wurst."
Even better, **a portion of proceeds throughout the month-long promotion will support We Feed Lunenburg**, helping make a difference in our community.
# # π Great Food
Come hungry! Enjoy an incredible variety of food throughout the day from local restaurants and food vendors, with **Charred BBQ Food Truck** serving up delicious eats into the evening.
# # ποΈ NS Loyal Vendor Market
Shop local at the **NS Loyal Vendor Market**, open from **10:00 AM β 5:00 PM**, featuring talented Nova Scotia makers, artisans, specialty foods, gifts, home dΓ©cor, and more.
# # π Free Family Fun
South Shore Oktoberfest isn't just for adults! Admission includes access to our free Family Fun Zone featuring:
* Inflatable attractions
* Face painting
* Fun photo booth
* Live caricature drawings
* Cookie decorating
* Co****le
* Washer toss
* Tabletop games
* Family-friendly entertainment throughout the day
There's something for every age to enjoy!
Whether you're raising a glass with friends, dancing to live music, shopping local, enjoying incredible food, or making memories with the family, **South Shore Oktoberfest** is the South Shore's can't-miss fall celebration.
For the full entertainment schedule, participating breweries, vendors, restaurant competition details, and event updates, visit www.southshoreoktoberfest.ca
**Prost! We can't wait to celebrate with you on October 3!**