09/29/2026
The Central Adirondack Association is bringing back the highly anticipated Old Forge Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 3, and this year, the celebration is moving to a brand-new location: Outer Space, 3022 State Route 28, Old Forge.
Join us for a full day of food, drinks, dancing, live music, fall vendors, competitions and plenty of Oktoberfest fun in the heart of the Adirondacks.
Dust off your lederhosen, fluff up your dirndl and come dressed in your finest Oktoberfest attire. As autumn settles into the Adirondacks, Old Forge will be the place to celebrate the season with friends, family and plenty of Bavarian spirit.
Between the Bavarian dancers, live music, local food and drinks, fall vendors, competitions and the beautiful Adirondack setting, there will be plenty to see and do throughout the day. And with Oktoberfest taking over a brand-new location at Outer Space, this year’s celebration brings a fresh take on a favorite Old Forge tradition.
Dress in your finest dirndls & lederhosen and join us for a day of Oktoberfest fun in Old Forge!
To stay up to date on all things Oktoberfest, follow our event on Old Forge Events Facebook!
2026 Oktoberfest Details —
Festivities begin at 11 a.m. Numerous vendors will be available to browse along with food and drink throughout the day.
12–3 p.m. — B**r Fest Boys & Bavarian Dancers at Outer Space
4–4:30 p.m. — Brat Eating Contest at Tony Harper’s
4:30–5 p.m. — Stein Hoist Competition at Tony Harper’s
6–7:30 p.m. — bob. at Outer Space, ticketed concert
8–9:15 p.m. — moe.rgan Fairchild at Outer Space, ticketed concert
Pictured, from left, at the 2024 Oktoberfest, are Judy Londergan, Trae Skinner, Mike Ross, Laurie Barkauskas, and Paul Lonergan. — Photo courtesy of the CAA
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— By CAMRY LIDDLE, For the Express
