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Oktoberfest 2026 in Durham

Durham does Oktoberfest without much fuss. The beer halls and beer gardens handle the loud nights with live music, giant steins and dancing, and lederhosen stay optional. On the quieter ones the food is more than enough, bratwurst and pretzels everywhere and communal tables that sort themselves out. Or one good beer with friends, nothing more. Explore Oktoberfest 2026 events and parties across Durham, compare the dates, and book your tickets before they sell out.

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Oktoberfest in Durham: the basics

Is there an Oktoberfest near Durham?

Yes: 9 more events are listed within reach of Durham, in Kitchener, Cambridge, Waterloo and Mannheim. The soonest is Oktoberfest Weekend starts HERE at the Schwaben Club in Kitchener, on Oct 2–3.

When is Oktoberfest in Munich in 2026?

Munich's Oktoberfest runs from September 19 to October 4, 2026, 16 days on the Theresienwiese. It is on now: today is day 14.

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