Oktoberfest 2026

The Alpenrose Schuhplattlers Present
OKTOBERFEST!
Join us outside under the pavilion and big tents for Lancaster's oldest, traditional Oktoberfest! Open to the public - rain or shine!
At the Lancaster Liederkranz, 722 S. Chiques Rd., Manheim, PA 17545

HOURS:
- Fri, 9/18, 5:30-11 p.m.
- Sat, 9/19, 12:30-11 p.m.
- Sun, 9/20, 12:00-6 p.m.
Note: Gates do not open ahead of start time.

ADMISSION:
General Admission may be purchased two ways: by Eventbrite OR at the Gate by cash.
All Ages Welcomed -- ID is Required at the Gate
- Eventbrite Admission - $10 Ages 21 and older + 2.51 Eventbrit fee = $12.51/ea
Note: Eventbrite tickets are non refundable
- Cash at the Gate Admission - $10 Ages 21 and older (no fee)
- Free for Ages 20 and younger (no ticket required)

Open Seating is available under the pavilion, big tents, and surrounding fest grounds. No reserved tables. Lawn chairs are permitted for grass areas.

ENTERTAINMENT:
Music Friday: 7pm Maria & John Band
Music Saturday: 2pm Maria & John Band and 7pm Joe Kroboth Band
Music Sunday: 2pm the Alpenlaenders

Cultural Entertainment Throuought: Liederkranz Mixed Chorus, Alpenrose Schuplattler Adult & Kindergruppe Dancers, Hobby Chor Men Singers, and Alleweil Jung Folk Dancers.

Activities and Playground for Children

Masskrugstemmen (Steinholding Competition): Sat, 9/19, 4:15pm at the Stage. Men's and Women's competitions. Register to compete at the Fest on Saturday.

FOOD & BEVERAGES:
All food and beverages are purchased with our F&B tickets, $1/1. Tickets come in handy $10 strips; however, any quantity may be purchased. They are for sale at the event at two locations by cash only (an ATM is available on site). Tickets are refundable. Must be refunded by the end of the fest on 9/20.

Click for Food & Bar Menu and Schedule of Events

PARKING:
Address: 722 S. Chiques Rd., Manheim, PA 17545

- $10 Parking at the Fest lot
- FREE parking at lot across the street from Fest lot (walking distance to fest).
- FREE shuttle bus parking (Saturday Only) Shuttle Parking Address: Farm Credit, 15 Eby Chiques Rd, Mount Joy, PA 17552.
- Parking is not permitted along S. Chiques or Old Auction Rds.

PLEASE NOTE:
- Outside food or beverages are Not Permitted on fest grounds or parking facilities.
- Alcohol May Not be removed from fest grounds.
- No Dogs or Pets Permitted

More Oktoberfest Information Here