Downtown Oak Park Celebrates 34th Annual Oaktoberfest on September 25 & 26

Enjoy a free two day music festival in Downtown Oak Park IL

This year marks the 34th anniversary of Downtown Oak Park’s Oaktoberfest two-day festival, celebrating the fall season with great music, beer, and food.

We want to make sure our guests have an amazing time, and that for us means live music, a new menu of craft beers and beverages, delicious food, and fun for the entire family!”

— Shanon Williams, Executive Director

OAK PARK, IL, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- This year marks the 34th anniversary of Downtown Oak Park’s Oaktoberfest. The two-day festival celebrates the fall season with great music, craft beer, and food. The event will be held on Friday, September 25, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 26, from noon to 10:00 p.m. The festival is located in Downtown Oak Park, south of Lake Street on Marion Street and North Boulevard. Admission is free.

New to the festival this year, guests can skip the line by purchasing a pre-sale bundle online for $59 (a $75 value). The bundle includes two souvenir cups, four drink tickets, and one limited-edition Oaktoberfest tote bag.
The event features craft brews, local food specials, and live music. Highlights include:

Fall beverages from local and international breweries, including festival favorites like Leinenkugel Oktoberfest and Riggs Brewing. Alternative beverages like Señorita THC Margarita and Right Bee Dry Hard Apple Cider will also be available.

Kids Root Beer Garden: Open Saturday, September 26, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. It features family favorites such as zucchini races, root beer floats, a balloon artist, and an obstacle course. A second stage will feature performances sponsored by the Oak Park Area Arts Council, alongside other family-friendly activities sponsored by local organizations.

Headline Live Performances: Catch Austin swamp-funk and soul band Shinyribs on Friday, and big band reggae group The Resolvers on Saturday. Both headliners perform from 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

The event is presented by the Downtown Oak Park Business Alliance and music curated by Robert’s Westside. 2026 Oaktoberfest sponsors include; J. Blanton Plumbing, Novick Orthodontic, Byline Bank, Elite Remodeling Group, Oak Park Area Arts Council, REEG Plumbing, and Collaboration for Early Childhood.

Amelia dellos
Downtown Oak Park Business Alliance
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2026 Downtown Oak Park Oaktoberfest

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