Oktoberfest: It’s not just for Germans with huge steins anymore.
The 8th Annual Westoberfest Craft Beer & Family Fall Festival returns to Elm Street in downtown Westport on Saturday, October 4. The fun runs from 12 to 6 p.m., with the tasting tent open from 1-5. The sponsor once again is the Westport Downtown Association.
Like a true Oktoberfest, it’s a family affair. There’s craft beer, but also music, food and fun for all ages.
Westoberfest 2024.
Kids will enjoy a petting zoo, inflatable corn maze, pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, flower crown making, bubbles, hula hoops, face painting, cornhole and giant Jenga.
Also on tap (ho ho): contests and raffles.
Live music is provided by Dan Tressler and One Bad Oyster. A variety of food trucks will be on hand, along with a full vendor marketplace of local businesses.
In collaboration with The Grapevine, the tasting tent showcases a wide selection of curated craft brews from award-winning and innovative breweries, served in a commemorative 2025 tasting glass with a matching koozie, to take home.
And of course, craft beer.
This year the WDA is partnering with Castle Wine & Spirits. They’ll serve as sommeliers, guiding guests through seasonal wine pairings that complement the flavors of fall and fit well with the Oktoberfest spirit.
Ticket options include festival admission and beer tasting pass; festival admission only, and special prices for adults, seniors (65+) and children 4-12. Kids under 4 are free. Click here for tickets, and more information.
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