OKTOBERFEST – German American Society of Central Florida

Mark your calendars for Oktoberfest 2025 at the German American Society of Central Florida! October 3 and 24, 2026

Presenting Central Florida’s Favorite and Most Authentic Oktoberfest since 1963

Advance tickets $7 on Eventbrite / $10 at the gate
VIP Tickets $100

Children 11 and under FREE (no ticket needed)

Celebrate Oktoberfest at the German American Society of Central Florida for the Longest Running, Best and Most Authentic Oktoberfest around!

If you only go to ONE Oktoberfest this year, come to this one! We’re the REAL THING!

Saturday, October 3 and 24, 2026 From Noon – 9 pm

Join us in our Biergarten for fabulous German food and plenty of beer on tap from German breweries. Live musical entertainment and dancing all day long, both outside in our Biergarten and inside our Clubhouse.

Beer on Tap at various locations around the festival include Warsteiner Pilsner, Warsteiner Oktoberfest, Hofbrau Oktoberfest, Hofbrau Original, Hefeweizen (Konig Ludwig), Warsteiner Dunkel, Schoefferhofer (grapefruit beer), Paulaner Lager, Paulaner Festbier.

Not a beer drinker? We’ve got you covered (literally) with a full-service bar in our air-conditioned Alpine-themed Clubhouse. All this adds up to the very best in Gemütlichkeit…. the warm feeling of comfort, cheer and camaraderie. So raise your beer steins high in a German toast …Zicke, zacke hoi… hoi… hoi

We have two entrances to our festival:
Orange Lane and Melody Lane.

Although there is parking near our festival offered by local businesses (not affiliated with our club), consider ride sharing with friends or with a ride service like Uber or Lyft and get dropped off at the festival entrance! NEW Entrance on Melody Lane! (walk-in only – no parking in that lot).

You skip having to drive and benefit from the safety of a designated driver.
Have your driver drop you at one of these entrances (Melody Lane is easiest for drop off)

381 Orange Lane, Casselberry, FL 32707 (main lot – street gets crowded)
Or
380 Melody Lane, Casselberry, FL 32707 (drop off lot)

Parking: The Club does not provide any parking for guests. Parking is available at private area businesses and lots which are unrelated to our club. Our club does not receive any fees from any local private parking lot.

There is no need to print out your tickets, unless you have large parties and are not arriving at the same time. Please have your ticket QR code ready at the gate. There will be no refunds on Admission Tickets.

Please Note: After Eventbrite sales end, you can still walk in and pay at the gate.

Parking: The Club does not provide any parking for guests. Parking is available at private area businesses and lots which are unrelated to our club. Our club does not receive any fees from any local private parking lot. Please do not park illegally or block driveways, your car might be towed, at your expense, or ticketed by the Sheriff’s Office/Casselberry Police.

The Net profit from this event is to benefit the programs of the German American Society of Central Florida (GASOCF), which is a Non-Profit Organization (501c-3). German American Society of Central Florida (GASOCF) 381 Orange Lane, Casselberry, FL 32707

Oktoberfest Sponsors 2026

Orlando International Airport

Fly to 160+ Non-Stop Destinations including Frankfurt and Munich, Germany!

Orlando International Airport is a proud sponsor of Oktoberfest!

Oktoberfest Food by Chef Alex

Experience Authentic Oktoberfest German food presented by the German American Society of Central Florida’s Chef Alex Jones, of Tasteful Journeys Catering.

ABOUT CHEF ALEX

With over 20 years experience as a professional chef, Chef Alex has gained knowledge in a wide range of cuisines from all over the world. He is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University, one of our nation’s top culinary programs. Chef Alex provides food for the German American Society’s dinner dances, Great American Big Band events, Oktoberfests and banquets, weddings and meetings held at the club.

History of Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is held in September primarily for better weather conditions and longer daylight hours, despite its name suggesting it takes place in October.

Historical Background Oktoberfest originated in 1810 as a royal wedding celebration for Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. The first festival took place from October 12 to October 17, featuring horse races and festivities that attracted many locals. Due to its success, the event became an annual tradition.

Shift to September As the festival grew in popularity, the dates were adjusted for practical reasons. By the late 19th century, Oktoberfest was moved to September to take advantage of the milder weather and longer daylight hours . This change allowed attendees to enjoy the outdoor festivities without the chill of October nights.

Modern Oktoberfest Today, Oktoberfest typically runs for 16 to 18 days , starting in late September and concluding on the first Sunday in October. This schedule ensures that the festival can still include some days in October, which is significant for celebrating the Day of German Unity on October 3.

In summary, while Oktoberfest retains its name, the decision to hold it in September is rooted in historical context and practical considerations, making it a more enjoyable experience for festival-goers.