Oktoberfest in London: the best events for 2025

Address: The Delaunay Counter, 55 Aldwych, London WC2B 4BB
Website: thedelaunay.com
Dates: Until Sunday 5 October

London Oktoberfest, Finsbury Park and Hammersmith

After 14 years in the business, the team behind London Oktoberfest know a thing or two about throwing a big ‘ol Bavarian bash. The 2,000-capacity tent, decked out in German frills, kicks off proceedings in Finsbury Park before two weekends in Hammersmith, serving thousands of steins in the process. Tuck into traditional delicacies such as brezel, bratwurst, and schnitzel as the crowds gradually transition from settling on long benches to dancing on the tables.

Address: Finsbury Park 9-11/10, St. Paul’s Green, Hammersmith 16-18/10 and 23-25/10
Website: london-oktoberfest.co.uk
Dates: Finsbury Park, Thursday 9 – Saturday 11 October; Hammersmith, Thursday 16 – Saturday 18 October and Thursday 23 – Saturday 25 October

Albert Schloss

Albert’s Schloss, Soho

Can’t make it to Munich? Albert’s Schloss in Soho might be the next best option, as the bier palace celebrates Oktoberfest in London with all the ‘oompah’ you can shake a half-eaten pretzel at. Expect three weeks of Bavarian brews, a selection of lip-smacking dishes and non-stop live entertainment that’ll have you dancing on the tables late into the night. Best of all, a new theme every night warrants multiple visits – if you’ve got the stamina, that is.

Address: Albert’s Schloss, 20-24 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EU
Website: albertsschloss.com
Dates: Until Sunday 12 October

German GymnasiumDebbie Bragg

German Gymnasium, King’s Cross

German Gymnasium’s Oktoberfest celebrations return this autumn, transforming King’s Cross’ diners to the heart of Bavaria. James Clay and Sons are offering two authentic German brews throughout the festival: Warsteiner and König Ludwig. An exclusive Oktoberfest Spezialitäten menu, specially curated by head chef Alex Thiel, features classics such as Schweinebraten and Rinderroulade. Secure a coveted spot on Friday evenings before the end of October to catch a band performing the toast, “Ein Prosit” (I Salute You).

Address: German Gymnasium, 1 King’s Blvd, London N1C 4BU
Website: germangymnasium.com
Dates: Until 30 October

Market Halls Oxford Street

Expect two foot-stomping Saturday evenings as Market Halls Paddington celebrates Oktoberfest in style. Tuck into specials from a wide selection of street food vendors as DJ sets follow Bavarian dancers, oompah bands and MCs.

Address: Market Hall Oxford Street, The Square, 9 Holles St, London W1G 0BD
Website: markethalls.co.uk
Dates: Saturday 11 October; Saturday 18 October