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Chicago German-American Oktoberfest | Lincoln Square | September 11 -13
September 10, 2026
Chicago German-American Oktoberfest | Lincoln Square | September 11 -13
The Chicago German-American Oktoberfest returns to Lincoln Square from September 11–13, 2026, bringing three days of German food, drinks, live music and cultural programming to Western Avenue and Lincoln Square. The festival features traditional German bands, singing and dancing performances, carnival games and family-friendly activities, with a parade along Lincoln Avenue on Saturday at 2 PM. Admission is free, with the festival running Friday from 5–10 PM and Saturday and Sunday from noon–10 PM.
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