Autumn Oktoberfest Celebrations and Brewfest Events
Enjoy an autumn day at one of NH's Oktoberfest or brewfest events.
11th Annual Manchester Brewfest
When: Saturday, September 13, 2025
Where: Arms Park on Commercial Street in Manchester, NH
Enjoy more than 25 breweries serving up samples of delicious beer, mead and seltzer all along the Merrimack River in downtown Manchester, while supporting a good cause. This year’s event will benefit the Webster House. General admission is from 1-4 p.m. and VIP admission is from noon until 4 p.m.
Visit manchesterbrewfest.com for more information.
Claremont Brewfest: Battle of the Brews
When: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Where: Claremont, NH
Celebrate 11 years of beers at the combo brewfest and 5K race held by the Kiwanis Club of Claremont, where attendees can sample beers from more than 30 New England breweries and vote for your favorite. Ticket prices vary.
Visit claremontbrewfest.com for more information.
17th Annual Dover Oktoberfest
When: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Where: Dover, NH
Samuel Adams and Dover Restaurants present this annual event. Enjoy all of your favorite German favorites like pretzels, schnitzel, sausage and more served up by some of Dover’s favorite restaurants.
Visit facebook.com/DoverOktoberfest for more information.
Schilling’s Oktoberfest
When: Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Schilling Beer Co. in Littleton, NH
This two-session Oktoberfest is held in conjunction with Schilling’s 12th anniversary celebration. The brewery’s Bavarian and Czech-style lagers will take center stage, and local meats will be on the grill. Live folk music will welcome guests as Schilling celebrates brewing in Littleton. Admission is $85 and designated driver tickets are also available.
Visit schillingbeer.com for tickets and more information.
19th Annual Oktoberfest at the Inn at East Hill Farm
When: Sunday, October 5, 2025
Where: Inn at East Hill Farm, 460 Monadnock St., Troy, NH
At Oktoberfest in Troy, you can enjoy traditional German fare and live oompah music. Hors d’oeuvres begin at 5 p.m., dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. Reservations required. This event is BYOB.
Visit east-hill-farm.com for more information.
Exeter Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival
When: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Where: Swasey Parkway in Exeter, NH
This annual beer lover’s paradise is held under tents from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. (VIP starts at 12 p.m.) at Swasey Parkway in Exeter. Advance tickets are $45 for general admission and $60 for VIP. This huge festival features breweries from New Hampshire, New England and beyond. In addition to the beer, taste your fill of chili and vote for your favorite.
Visit powderkegbeerfest.com for more information.
New Hampshire Magazine is a proud, longtime sponsor of this event.
White Mountains Oktoberfest at Loon Mountain
When: October 11-13, 2025
Where: Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln, NH
Get a taste of the Bavarian Alps during the area’s largest celebration of German food, drink and culture, White Mountain Oktoberfest. This two-day festival perfectly coincides with fall foliage season so you’ll enjoy beer and brats alongside stunning views of New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Admission is free for all.
Visit loonmtn.com for more information.
New Hampshire Brew Fest
When: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Where: Smuttynose Brewery in Hampton, NH
General admission tickets are $60 and VIP (early access) are $80. This event is a special fundraiser for the Prescott Park Arts Festival in partnership with Master Brewers Association of America.
Visit nhbrewfest.com for more information
