Every fall, families in metro Detroit come together to celebrate the rich culture of Germany at a local Oktoberfest. At these events, families can enjoy traditional cuisine, Polka music and more.
My son Jordan and I love the events at Canterbury Village, so we can’t wait to check out their Oktoberfest. We are also excited to go to Frankenmuth this year for theirs in Heritage Park.
We rounded up some of the most kid-friendly Oktoberfests in metro Detroit to try this year.
This article was recently updated on Aug. 30, 2024 by Metro Parent’s audience development coordinator, Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding Oktoberfests to MetroParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best Oktoberfests for families in metro Detroit this month. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.
Canterbury Village Oktoberfest
Sept. 14-15, 2024
- Address: 2325 Joslyn Ct., Lake Orion
- Cost: Contact for prices
Head to Frankenmuth for German food, drink and music, along with wiener dog races and much more at this Oktoberfest.
Frankenmuth Oktoberfest at Heritage Park
Sept. 19-22, 2024
- Address: 601 Weiss St., Frankenmuth
- Cost: $10/person, free/kids 15 and under, free/Sunday
Head to Frankenmuth for German food, drink and music, along with wiener dog races and much more at this Oktoberfest.
Saline Main Street’s Oktoberfest
Sept. 20, 2024
- Address: 100 S. Ann Arbor, Saline
- Cost: $10-plus/21 and up, free/under 21 years old
This annual festival will have German food and drinks, live entertainment, games and more.
St. Joseph Oktoberfest at St. Joseph Shrine
Sept. 21-22, 2024
- Address: 1828 Jay St., Detroit
- Cost: Free
This annual event boasts everything from authentic German food and beer to live Bavarian music, kids’ games, vendors, raffles and much more.
Oktoberfest Run at Stony Creek Metropark
Oct. 6, 2024
- Address: 4300 Main Park Drive, Shelby Township
- Cost: $45-plus
Runners of all ages choose from a short, long or double course. Enjoy themed running events, a custom event medal, race swag, post-race snack table with Bavaria foods and snacks.
A2 Artoberfest
Oct. 12-13, 2024
- Address: Fourth Avenue & Ann Street, Ann Arbor
- Cost: Free admission
Explore the work of over 100 jury-selected fine artists at this event. There will also be live entertainment, food, drinks, shopping and more.
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