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2026 Oktoberfest w/ German Beer + Kinder Karneval (Walnut Creek)

Friday, September 25, 2026 - 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP For FREE Admission!
Civic Park East | 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA

Event Details

Walnut Creek Downtown Association

Celebrate Oktoberfest in downtown Walnut Creek with two days of Bavarian-inspired fun, featuring live music, German food and beer, traditional dancing, artisan vendors, family activities, and the enhanced 21+ Chillgarten.

  • Biergarten (Local + German) Wine + Cocktails
  • Live Music + Entertainment
  • Kinder Karneval (Family-Friendly Activities)
  • Artisan Vendors

September 25 & 26, 2026
Friday • 5:00–10:00 PM | Saturday • 12:00–9:00 PM
Downtown Walnut Creek – Civic Park East
Free Admission

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*RSVP For FREE Admission!
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Community, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music, Oktoberfest
Address: 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA

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