Oktoberfest Bergen County: Best Events for 2026

Six Bergen County Oktoberfest events are confirmed for 2026 as of this writing, with a seventh — Leonia — likely but still awaiting the organizer’s official update. Here’s what’s confirmed for each town.

Woodcliff Lake Oktoberfest

When: Saturday, September 26, 3-8 p.m.  |  Where: Woodcliff Park, Woodcliff Lake, NJ

The Borough of Woodcliff Lake has confirmed its 2026 Oktoberfest at Woodcliff Park, running from mid-afternoon into the evening. It’s the most straightforward pick if you want a local, family-friendly celebration without a ticket to buy in advance — check the borough page for updates on vendors and entertainment as the date gets closer.

Official details: Borough of Woodcliff Lake

The Baron’s Oktoberfest 250th – River Edge

When: Saturday, September 26, 1-5 p.m.  |  Where: Historic New Bridge Landing, 1201 Main Street, River Edge

This history-centered Oktoberfest ties into Bergen County’s America 250 programming, pairing traditional Oktoberfest food and drink with the historic grounds at New Bridge Landing. Tickets are $15.50 for adults and $10.50 for Bergen County Historical Society members and students. Note that the official event page currently lists two different closing times — the ticket section says 5 p.m., while the event description says 6 p.m. — so confirm the exact end time before you plan your evening.

Official details: Bergen County Historical Society

Park Ridge Oktoberfest

When: Saturday, September 26, 4-9 p.m.  |  Where: Park Ridge Elks Lodge, 13 Sulak Lane, Park Ridge

The Borough of Park Ridge has confirmed its 2026 Oktoberfest at the Elks Lodge, with live music, Oktoberfest food and beverages, family activities, and a 50/50 raffle. This one was easy to miss in early roundups, but it’s a solid pick for Park Ridge and Montvale-area families looking to stay close to home.

Official details: Borough of Park Ridge

Demarest Oktoberfest Fall Festival

When: Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.  |  Where: Demarest Duck Pond, Demarest, NJ

Demarest Nature Center’s Oktoberfest Fall Festival blends German-festival traditions with nature-center programming — crafts, food, drinks, canoe rides, birdhouse building, square dancing, and activities for kids. It’s one of the more unique entries on this list and a good choice if you want an outdoorsy, all-ages afternoon.

Official details: Demarest Nature Center

HACKENSACK Otoberfest

When: Saturday, October 3, 1-8 p.m.  |  Where: Atlantic Street Park, Hackensack, NJ

Now officially confirmed: this is the 7th Annual HACKENSACKtoberfest, and this year it anchors Illumination 250, a free, city-wide arts celebration marking America’s Semiquincentennial. Expect food trucks, live music, DJs, artisan vendors, and a 21-and-over beer garden, plus additional programming spreading out to Anderson Street Park, Banta Place, Demarest Place, and the Historic Green through the evening.

Official tickets and details: Eventbrite

Zion Saddle River Oktoberfest

When: Friday, October 17, 5-9 p.m.  |  Where: Zion Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 96 East Allendale Road, Saddle River

Zion Lutheran Church’s confirmed Oktoberfest is the most traditional sit-down option on this list, with German food, beer or soft drinks, and live Oompah music included in admission. Tickets are $30 for adults, $15 for ages 12-20, and free for children under 12.

Official details: Zion Lutheran Church

Leonia Oktoberfest (2026 Details Pending)

Saturday, September 26, at Wood Park, 227 Fort Lee Road, Leonia — this is the 27th Annual Leonia Oktoberfest, hosted by the Rotary Club of the Palisades.

Good news: the organizer’s page is finally updated for 2026 (it previously still showed 2025). The bad news for planning purposes is that sources disagree on the hours and price. Some outlets report 3-10 p.m. with $5 advance / $10 at the door tickets; others report 1-9 p.m. with $5 admission for ages 18+ and free entry for kids. Expect live music, beer, dancing, crafts, face painting, and a stein-holding or beer-stemming competition either way, with proceeds benefiting the Rotary Club’s Weekend Snack Pack Program and Haiti Project. Confirm the exact hours and pricing on the organizer’s page before you go.

Tickets and details: Rotary Club of the Palisades

Ramsey Knights of Columbus Oktoberfest

When: Sunday, October 11, 1-6 p.m.  |  Where: 48 Mechanic Street, Ramsey, NJ

The Patrick F. Pindar Council of the Knights of Columbus hosts this straightforward, sit-down Oktoberfest at its hall in Ramsey. Admission is $30 per adult and includes a bratwurst, knockwurst, and weisswurst BBQ (from a local pork store) plus salads, Oktoberfest beer, wine, and soda. Proceeds benefit the Hall’s operations, and advance payment or an RSVP is requested.

Official details: Ramsey Knights of Columbus

Oasis Oktoberfest – Franklin Lakes, NJ

When: Friday, October 16, 7 p.m.  |  Where: McBride Field, Franklin Lakes, NJ

This is the 22nd Annual Oktoberfest fundraiser for Oasis, a nonprofit supporting women and children, held under a big tent with traditional German food, beer, live music, dancing, and entertainment. It’s more of a fundraising gala than a walk-up festival, so check with Oasis directly on tickets and pricing.

CL7 Oktoberfest – Franklin Lakes, NJ

When: Saturday, October 17, 7 p.m.  |  Where: McBride Field, Franklin Lakes, NJ

The following night at the same field, the Charlie Landers Foundation hosts its 4th Annual CL7 Oktoberfest, with German-inspired ballpark food, beer and wine, and live music, benefiting the foundation’s work funding Ewing’s Sarcoma research. Reported admission is $150.

Official details: The Charlie Landers Foundation