Washington’s largest Munich-style Oktoberfest celebration returns for another year at the Washington State Fair Event Center, featuring authentic German food, craft beers in traditional steins, oompah and polka music, Wiener Dog Races, the Stein Dash 5K, Hammerschlagen, and nonstop family-friendly entertainment including a Kinderfest Zone. Friday noon–3 PM is free admission.

Dates: October 9–11, 2026

Cost: Free noon–3 PM Friday; ticket required other times

More Info: https://www.thefair.com/oktoberfest/