Vancouver's Ultimate Oktoberfest Guide 2025

Oktoberfest is one of the most anticipated autumn celebrations, bringing Bavarian traditions of food, music, and beer to Vancouver and surrounding cities. This comprehensive guide is provided by Vancouver Page, your trusted local directory for events and attractions in Metro Vancouver.

In 2025, Metro Vancouver is hosting multiple exciting Oktoberfest events, from downtown beer gardens to community fundraisers and themed parties. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly festival or a lively night out with friends, here’s your complete guide to the best Oktoberfest events happening this season.

Oktoberfest at Parallel 49 Brewing Company 2025

📍 Location: 1950 Triumph St, Vancouver
📅 Dates: September 18 – October 5, 2025

For beer lovers, Parallel 49 Brewing Company’s Oktoberfest is a highlight. Their 120-seat biergarten comes alive with live German music, Bavarian-inspired eats, and award-winning craft beer. Entry is free, and the atmosphere is family-friendly, making it a great spot for both groups and families.

Austria Vancouver Club Oktoberfest 2025 in Richmond

📍 Location: 5851 Westminster Hwy, Richmond
📅 Dates: Sept 27, Oct 4 & Oct 25, 2025

The Austria Vancouver Club Oktoberfest offers an authentic Bavarian celebration with traditional Austrian meals, live music, and plenty of stein-clinking fun. Enjoy pork schnitzel, roast chicken, and festive entertainment across three dates in Richmond.

Harvest Haus Vancouver 2025 at PNE Forum

📍 Location: 2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver
📅 Dates: October 3 & 4, 2025

Vancouver’s largest Oktoberfest returns with Harvest Haus, a two-day Bavarian-style beer hall experience. Expect long tables, DJs, oompah bands, authentic German food, and over 25 beers, ciders, and spirits. Known as Vancouver’s answer to Munich, this is the ultimate Oktoberfest party.

Oktoberfish 2025 at the Vancouver Aquarium

📍 Location: 845 Avison Way, Vancouver
📅 Dates: October 4 & 10, 2025

For a unique twist, head to Oktoberfish at the Vancouver Aquarium. This adults-only event combines Bavarian tradition with marine life, featuring craft beer, bratwurst, underwater pumpkin carving, and live music—all surrounded by aquarium exhibits.

Ivanhoe Pub Oktoberfest 2025 – Vancouver

📍 Location: 1038 Main Street, Vancouver
📅 Date: October 11, 2025

Celebrate Oktoberfest at one of Vancouver’s oldest pubs. Ivanhoe Pub Oktoberfest is a free community event with Bavarian beer, German food specials, live music, and dancing. Registration is required, but admission is free, making it one of the most accessible Oktoberfest celebrations in the city.

Juggler Haus Oktoberfest Vancouver 2025

📍 Location: 2880 Venables Street, Vancouver
📅 Date: October 18, 2025

Juggler Haus Oktoberfest is a one-night-only Bavarian bash featuring live music, games, authentic German meals, and plenty of drinks. Tickets include food vouchers, drink tokens, and a souvenir bier glass. VIP table packages are also available for groups.

Surrey German Language School Oktoberfest 2025

📍 Location: Wings Restaurant, 7124 King George Blvd, Surrey
📅 Date: October 18, 2025

Surrey German Language School Oktoberfest combines cultural heritage with a fun, family-friendly environment. Expect German-themed décor, dinner and drinks included with your ticket, a costume contest, and a lively community vibe.

Oktoberfest 2025 in Maple Ridge – Ridge Meadows Hospice Society

📍 Location: Albion Community Centre, Maple Ridge
📅 Date: October 17, 2025

The Ridge Meadows Hospice Society Oktoberfest blends Bavarian celebration with community fundraising. Guests enjoy a traditional German dinner, live music, dancing, auctions, and a photo booth—all in support of hospice care.

Bentall Biergarten Oktoberfest 2025 in Vancouver

📍 Location: Bentall Centre Breezeway, 595 Burrard Street, Vancouver
📅 Dates: September 25 & 26, 2025

Celebrate Oktoberfest in the heart of downtown at the Bentall Biergarten Oktoberfest. This outdoor beer garden transforms the Breezeway into a lively Bavarian-style space, featuring authentic bratwurst, schnitzel, and German beers. Live oompah music and collectible Oktoberfest steins make this a must-visit after-work event.

Conclusion

From downtown Vancouver beer gardens to Richmond’s authentic Austrian club, Oktoberfest 2025 brings together a wide variety of events across Metro Vancouver. Whether you want a large-scale festival like Harvest Haus, a family-friendly biergarten at Parallel 49, or a one-night community event, there’s something for everyone.

So grab your lederhosen, raise your stein, and celebrate Bavarian culture in true Vancouver style this autumn.