Orange County, CA, may seem like a long way from Munich, Germany, but you can still enjoy the spirit of the city during Oktoberfest without having to board a flight. Oktoberfest celebrations are popping up all throughout the area, so if you’re looking to enjoy some delicious German beer and partake in this cultural experience, you may want to know of some places that are holding events. Here’s our list of where to celebrate Oktoberfest in Orange County, CA!
Old World
7561 Center Avenue, #49, Huntington Beach, CA Facebook Instagram Twitter
There’s no better place to celebrate Oktoberfest than a German restaurant! They’ll have authentic beer and cuisine for you to enjoy and really take in the experience. This restaurant holds the event from September 9 through 28, so you can get your fill all month long. They have beer tastings, German bands, dancing, and even wiener dog races on Sundays for Kinderfest! Get a dose of the Old World this Oktoberfest!
The Phoenix Club
1340 South Sanderson Avenue, Anaheim, CA Facebook Instagram Twitter
German Heritage clubs like the Phoenix Club are always a smart choice for your Oktoberfest celebrations, because they usually pull out all the stops to make a fun and authentic event. For every weekend through September 21 through October 28, the Phoenix is holding special events that include authentic cuisine and beer. Grab a bite in the Bierstube Restaurant to enjoy some tasty wurst, pretzels, and a variety of schnitzels to enjoy to complement your lager.
Vegan Oktoberfest Los Angeles
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It can be pretty tricky to celebrate Oktoberfest if you’re a vegan, because German cuisine is primarily animal-based, so you may want to check out Vegan Oktoberfest Los Angeles. This event is specially designed with vegans in mind, with several German cuisine staples free of meat and cheese. On top of the vast selection of German beer, there’s plenty of fun activities for the whole family. Drop by and enjoy the costumes, the music, and the camaraderie. Now that you’ve got an idea of some of the fun Oktoberfest events occurring in and around Orange County, you’re ready to get started. Don your lederhosen and grab your beerstein, because Oktoberfest is coming to Orange County!