04/21/2026
Hallo Freunde!
Guess what is just six months away.
It is our pleasure to announce that the 56th Annual Richmond Oktoberfest will be again be held at the Old Dominion Building at the Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 East Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222. **We have decided to keep the entrance fee this year to only $10 per person for those 16 years old and older. Kids free.
Friday October 16th, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm and Saturday October 17th, 2026 from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Lively Entertainment:
“Die Lustigen Almdudler” – one of the Best German Party Bands.
Bavarian Dancers – The Hirschjaeger Bavarian Dancers.
Beer Garden Music – Dan Smith will entertain you in the Biergarten.
Drinks:
A variety of German beer from three of the best-known German breweries – Warsteiner, Paulaner, and Bitburger – including Oktoberfest styles, Pilsners, Lagers, Hefe–Weisse, Märzens, Dunkels and non-alcoholic beers. German wines for your enjoyment. Pepsi-branded soft drinks, water, and other non-alcoholic drinks will be sold by the Raceway.
Delicious food:
Bratwurst, Knackwurst, Weisswurst (with all sausages hand-crafted by Usinger’s of Wisconsin), roast pork, and broiled chicken. Side dishes to include Sauerkraut, Potato Salad, and Red Cabbage.
Our snack bar will have freshly made German potato pancakes, a variety of filled pretzels, hot dogs, French fries and more!
Cakes and Pastries:
Our bakery, the Reinecker’s Bakery of Macedonia, Ohio, will offer a large selection of German tortes, pastries, and breads.
Program:
Party music for dancing and your listening enjoyment.
Kinder Korner with games and activities to entertain the children. Door prizes. The ever so popular “Bier Stein” Hoisting Contest for men and women with each winner receiving a 3-liter Oktoberfest Beer Stein. Souvenir and vendor stands featuring a wide selection of Oktoberfest-related gifts.
Entrance Fees:
We are keeping our new price from 2025. ALL tickets are just $10 each! All guests 16 years old and older require a ticket for entrance. Plus the option to purchase a TWO-DAY ticket for $15.
Lodging:
For those of you who plan to stay overnight, we will be partnering with a hotel near the Raceway. Check back on the Oktoberfest website or Facebook for details as the date gets closer.
