Oktoberfest Fun for the Whole Family in Metro Detroit

Explore German culture and have some fun with your kids at these Oktoberfests in metro Detroit.

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  

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  

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

Saline Ocktoberfest
Photo credit: Saline Ocktoberfest

Sept. 20, 2024

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

 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

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

A2 Artoberfest
Photo credit: The Guild Of Artists and Artisans

Oct. 12-13, 2024 

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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Kari Zaffarano
Kari Zaffarano
Kari Zaffarano is a mom of one and Metro Parent's Content Writer. She tracks down the best events every week and shares the inside scoop with families online. She enjoys reading, traveling and exploring metro Detroit with her son.

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