Join us for the celebration!

Cullman Oktoberfest boasts an exceptional lineup events that keep fans coming back night after night, and year after year. Come be a part of this unforgettable celebration of Cullman's German Heritage.

Experience the heartwarming charm of Cullman, Alabama at the 2024 Oktoberfest Celebration! True to German tradition, Oktoberfest begins in October! This promises to immerse visitors in German heritage as we celebrate with fun attractions for all ages. The streets will be filled with lively music, cultural displays, and delicious German cuisine. This is the time to create fun-filled memories and embrace the spirit of German heritage at the Cullman Oktoberfest!

Entertainment

The Life of the Party!

Get immersed in German Heritage as we celebrate for 3 days! From the Hofbrauhaus Biergarten, traditional German contests, street musicians, acrobats, Kids Zone, and the best German food this side of Munich!

Schedule of Events:

4 PM-10 PM: Hofbräuhaus Biergarten, Goat Island Community Biergarten, Kids Zone

6:00 PM: Oktoberfest Parade

6:30 PM: Opening Ceremony, Tapping of the Keg, Crowning of Miss Oktoberfest, Street Entertainers, Live German Music

7:00 PM: Brat Eating Contest (16+), Historic Cullman Candlelight Walking Tour

7:30 PM: Adult & Kids' Costume Contest

8:00 PM: Stein Hoisting Contest (21+)

9 PM-10 PM: Dueling Pianos at Hofbräuhaus

Costume Contest

Pull out your dirndls, lederhosen, Bavarian hats, and flower wreaths!

Enter one of the daily contests to model your best German garb and be honored as the best dressed Oktoberfest Attendees, and make our German ancestors proud!

Stein Hoisting Contest

Don't Spill It!

One of our favorite Oktoberfest traditions, the Stein Hoisting contest tests your strength, acuity, discipline, and dedication - all with just a stein of beer! Different contests for adults & kids, guys and girls.

Weiner Dog Races

Grab your furry friends to get in on the celebrations!

From the famous and most adorable Wiener Dog Races to Pet costume contests and more, Oktoberfest is not just for humans.

Brat Eating Contests

Not for the Faint of Heart... or Stomach!

It may not be pretty, but it’s totally German! How many brats can one person eat? Find out at Cullman Oktoberfest. Adult & Kids contests available.