Fall calls for a celebration of craft beer with a variety of festivals across the state. Whether you toast great beer at a classic Oktoberfest celebration with amazing German dishes, opt for a historic experience at a museum, or gear up for a day of testing every single beer from dozens of breweries to find your next new favorite, Pennsylvania’s brew scene has the perfect pour for you this fall.
Lititz Craft Beer Fest
With more than 180 amazing brews to sample from 80-plus craft breweries and the “Homebrew Competition” finalists, the 11th Annual Lititz Craft Beer Fest is a must for craft beer enthusiasts and anyone wanting to know what this “craft beer thing” is all about. Enjoy live music and a wide range of food options from some great local food trucks from 3 PM to 6 PM as you find your new favorite brew(s) with all proceeds going to the Lititz AMBUCS in support of its mission.
When: September 27, 2025
Where: Lititz
Kutztown Oktoberfest
A non-traditional Oktoberfest event, the annual Kutztown Oktoberfest, brings together Pennsylvania’s breweries, wineries, meaderies, cideries, and distilleries. Sample a great selection of beer, cider, and mead in addition to wine and liquor. Dance to the greatest hits from the last five decades with live music from the Sometime in September Band. Shop crafts and eat local from vendors of all kinds during this fall-esque, ticketed event.
When: September 27, 2025
Where: Kutztown
Oktoberfest at Blue Mountain Resort
Prost! Oktoberfest at Blue Mountain Resort is back! Celebrate the Oktoberfest tradition in style with live German music, a Biergarten, hayrides, and Bavarian-style food. Bring the family for this fun, free fall celebration in the Poconos.
When: September 27-28, 2025
Where: Palmerton
Oktoberfest at Reading Liederkranz
It’s an Oktoberfest extravaganza featuring a delicious selection of classic German fare including schnitzels, roast pork dinners, rotisserie chicken, fried brie, brats, and strudel during Oktoberfest at Reading Liederkranz! It wouldn’t be Oktoberfest without equally great beer. This nationally recognized Oktoberfest celebration features eight bars serving up local craft brews, several German brews including Spaten and Weihenstephan, along with a selection of domestics, and an equally impressive line-up of live music and entertainment.
When: October 1-5, 2025
Where: Reading
Ambler Oktoberfest
The free, annual Ambler Oktoberfest features more than 90 vendors and 10 food trucks along the streets of Butler Avenue. Enjoy a beer garden and musical performances from one of two stages, plus the entire family can enjoy the kids rides, restaurant samplings, and arts and craft vendors.
When: October 3-4, 2025
Where: Downtown Ambler
Mifflinburg Oktoberfest
Honor Mifflinburg’s rich German heritage at the 20th Annual Mifflinburg Oktoberfest celebration. At this free-to-attend event, visitors can watch exciting competitions — such as the keg toss and mug lift — as well as try out their new dance moves to some live entertainment. Pick up your commemorative Mifflinburg Oktoberfest beer stein for refills of the best beers around. Designated drivers, you'll receive a free souvenir cup too - and endless birch beer - when you show a valid drivers license.
When: October 3-4, 2025
Where: Mifflinburg
Oktoberfest at SteelStacks
The oom-pahs and bratwurst are back! Now in its 15th year, the free Oktoberfest at SteelStacks features authentic German food and beer, live music, and local artisans. Stroll through Brewers’ Village for German-style märzens and autumn-inspired pumpkin ales. Don’t miss the popular (and very silly) wiener dog races or the Pennsylvania State Steinholding Championship happening on Oct. 11.
When: October 3-5, 10-12, 2025
Where: Bethlehem
Kennett Brewfest
Kennett Square is famous for being the “Mushroom Capital of the World” with the majority of the nation’s mushrooms (60 percent!) being produced in this region. Beer, however, takes center stage in autumn at the annual Kennett Brewfest. Featuring unlimited tastings from more than 80 craft breweries serving more than 175 beers, two live music stages, food trucks and restaurant specials, and lots of outdoor activities. Grab your beer-loving besties and rent their new cabana offering for a way to relax, sip, and celebrate the season.
When: October 4, 2025
Where: Kennett Square
23rd Street Armory Oktoberfest
The 7th Annual 23rd Street Armory Oktoberfest is back and will transform the armory from top to bottom into a scene right out of Munich with miles of blue and white decor, custom art, and Oktoberfest custom furniture. Guests 21 and older can eat, drink, and dance their way through one of the three event times during the final weekend of the Oktoberfest season.
When: October 10-11, 2025
Where: Philadelphia
OctoberFEAST
Raise your stein and celebrate at the annual OctoberFeast at Peddler’s Village! This free festival in Bucks County features a beer garden, authentic German food, and live entertainment.
When: October 11-12, 2025
Where: New Hope
Bonfires, Barrels & Brews
Bonfires, Barrels & Brews, part of the Laurel Highlands Pour Tour passport program, is an event full of live music, artisan vendors, and an array of craft beverages. Sample cold beer from local breweries while warming up beside a fire and gazing at the spectacular scenery of the Laurel Highlands.
When: October 26, 2025
Where: Mount Pleasant
Autos & Ales Craft Beer Festival
The annual Autos & Ales Craft Beer Festival is back and is a brewfest folks won’t want to miss. Known as the area’s largest craft beer festival and celebrating 15 years in 2025, the event kicks off with live music, food, and dozens of breweries, all within the galleries of the award-winning, AACA Transportation Museum. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.
When: November 7, 2025
Where: Hershey