Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest 2025 in the U.S. and Beyond
Your ultimate Oktoberfest 2025 travel guide for top events and nearby iTrip stays.
Raise your steins—Oktoberfest 2025 is around the corner! From vibrant festivals in the Pacific Northwest to beer gardens in the Rockies and beyond, this Oktoberfest 2025 travel guide covers the best events happening this fall. Whether you’re craving authentic German food, live polka music, or small-town charm, we’ve rounded up the top destinations to celebrate. Plus, find nearby iTrip vacation rentals that offer comfort, space, and unbeatable access to the festivities. Read on for our guide:
Keystone Oktoberfest – Keystone, CO (Sat. August 30, 2025)
Keystone’s 8th Annual Oktoberfest kicks off the season on Saturday, August 30 in River Run Village. Expect live polka bands, Oktoberfest steins, German fare, and family‑friendly mountain fun under the Colorado sky.
Where to stay: Just minutes from the festival grounds, iTrip’s Keystone condos offer slope‑side convenience, après‑ski amenities, and easy access to local shops and dining—perfect for combining outdoor adventure with festival fun. Book your Keystone short-term rental.
Mount Angel Oktoberfest – Mount Angel, OR (Sept 11–14, 2025)
One of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the U.S. takes place in the charming Bavarian-style town of Mount Angel, Oregon. From September 11–14, enjoy beer and wine gardens, polka dancing, folk music, family-friendly zones, and over 50 food booths supporting local nonprofits. Highlights include the Cruz-n Car Show, traditional maypole dancing, and the iconic Glockenspiel clock tower (oktoberfest.org).
Where to stay: Stay in a cozy iTrip rental in nearby Salem or the Willamette Valley—just a short drive away—or if staying in Portland, hop a festival shuttle ride. Enjoy more space, kitchen access, and a relaxing retreat after a day of celebrating.
Whistler Village Beer Festival – Whistler, BC (Sept 8–14, main event Sept 13, 2025)
Whistler’s festival (with a large Oktoberfest focus) is set in breathtaking scenery—September 8–14, culminating in the main event on Saturday, September 13 at Olympic Plaza with over 40 craft beverage makers and 80+ drink options, food trucks, music, and mountain views.
Where to stay: Many iTrip properties in Whistler put you within walking distance of the Village and festival venues, plus close to hiking, biking, and spa amenities to enjoy before—or after—the cheers.
Harvard Square Oktoberfest & HONK! Parade – Boston, MA (Sunday, October 12, 2025)
Join the 46th Annual Harvard Square Oktoberfest on Sunday, October 12, 2025 (with a rain window scheduled for Oct 17–19). Enjoy six live music stages, beer gardens, arts & crafts vendors, street performances, and the irreverent HONK! Parade marching through Cambridge’s streets.
Where to stay: iTrip’s Boston-area apartments and condos mean you can soak up the festival in style—then slip into nearby restaurants, historic sights, or catch public transit back home.
Oktoberfest of The Palm Beaches – Palm Beach, FL (Oct 10–12 & 17–19, 2025)
At Oktoberfest of the Palm Beaches, held at the American German Club in Lake Worth, this festive event spans two weekends: October 10–12 and 17–19. Expect traditional German food and beer, live music, dancing, polka, and vendor booths.
Where to stay: Stay centrally at iTrip rentals throughout Palm Beach County, close enough for evening strolls to the club, beach time, or shopping during breaks between festival weekends.
Your Oktoberfest Adventure Starts with the Right Stay
Wherever your Oktoberfest adventure takes you—whether it’s dancing in the streets of Boston, sipping craft beer in Whistler, or enjoying small-town charm in Mount Angel—this Oktoberfest 2025 travel guide helps you plan the perfect fall escape. With iTrip short-term rentals near every celebration, you’ll enjoy convenience, comfort, and local hospitality every step of the way. Book early, and Prost to an unforgettable Oktoberfest!