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Chicago Cubs to Host First-Ever Oktoberfest in Wrigleyville

August 14, 2025

The Chicago Cubs will debut their inaugural Oktoberfest with the Cubs this fall, a three-day festival set for September 19–21, 2025, in the Toyota Camry Lot at 1126 W. Grace Street, directly north of Wrigley Field. The event will feature beer tents, authentic German cuisine, carnival rides, live entertainment, and activities for visitors of all ages.

The celebration opens Friday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., continues Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and concludes Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. General admission is priced at $15 per day, with a weekend pass available for $30. Children age 10 and under are admitted free with a paying adult. VIP tickets, available for $75 per day, offer reserved tent seating, access to dedicated restrooms, one complimentary beer served in a branded stein, and ride tickets. Children under 3 are admitted free in the VIP section.

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Event highlights will include a ceremonial keg tap, stein-holding and keg-rolling competitions, a variety of beer tents, and food vendors serving traditional Bavarian fare. Carnival rides will be available for all ages, with separate ride tickets required. Families can also take part in Kinderfest, a dedicated kids’ area featuring crafts, face painting, balloon artists, and family-friendly contests.

Organizers encourage attendees to dress in traditional Bavarian attire such as Lederhosen or Dirndls. Music and entertainment will run throughout the festival, with a mix of live bands and DJs scheduled across the weekend.

The festival grounds are located entirely in the Toyota Camry Lot, and admission does not include entry into Wrigley Field. Tickets for Oktoberfest with the Cubs are currently on sale through the Cubs’ official website.

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