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Best Things to Do in NYC This Weekend (October 4-6)

(10/4-10/6) Looking for what to do in New York? We’ve got the latest on all the goings-on in NYC, from concerts to museum exhibitions to comedy to the best in city sightseeing. This weekend we’re stoked for New York Comic Con, food and art fests, and the Met Opera’s first-ever Sunday matinee.

(9/28-9/29, 10/5-10/6, 10/12-10/13, 10/19-10/20) Oktoberfest is in full gear at Watermark on South Street. 11am-midnight. Prost!

Holidays and Specials in New York City This Weekend – October 4-October 6

New York City takes its seasonal specials and holidays seriously. City Guide’s got all the latest and greatest news on the holiday events and specials coming up in New York City this weekend. From scoping out the windows on Saks Fifth Avenue during the Christmas season to catching a round of fireworks on the Hudson on the Fourth of July, you won’t miss a thing.

OktoberFest NYC – Watermark Bar at Pier 15
Through October 20, 2019 – New York City

New York City’s largest outdoor Oktoberfest festival, Oktoberfest NYC 2019 kicks off on Friday, September 13th, one week in advance of the official start of the famous German festival, at Watermark Bar at Pier 15. From Merchants Hospitality, OktoberFest New York will span six weekends, turning downtown’s Pier 15 into a lively celebration of authentic German beers, traditional German foods, OktoberFest decorations and fun games for the entire family. The open-air, family-friendly festival will run from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, from September 13th to October 20th with up to 150,000 guests expected over the six weekends. With general admission tickets, guests will have access to a variety of activities including Volley Pong, Corn in the Hole and Ping Pong, as well as a Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding) contests for guests over 21 years of age. To commence the official start of OktoberFest NYC 2019, on Saturday, September 21st at 5 p.m., Anne Becerra will be hosting a ceremonial keg tapping, following the well-known OktoberFest tradition that dates back to the 1950s in Munich. General admission to OktoberFest NYC 2019 is complimentary and patrons must RSVP online to confirm attendance. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or on-site for food and beverages.

18 Places to Celebrate Oktoberfest in and around New York City

Grab some lederhosen and a giant beer, it’s time to celebrate Bavarian culture in New York City. Oktoberfest has officially arrived in the five boroughs and beyond, offering the chance to travel to Munich without a passport. Festivities range from traditional stein-holding competitions and pig roasts to more out-of-the-box events, like the Voelker Orth Museum’s Flushing-style Oktoberfest with sauerkraut and kimchi eats and brews in the zoo at Turtle Back Zoo.

The Watermark at Pier 15
78 South Street, South Street Seaport
Weekends of Sept. 13 to Oct. 20

For six weekends, New York City’s largest outdoor Oktoberfest event takes over downtown Manhattan, bringing authentic German beer, food and, decor to Pier 15. Hosted by the Watermark Bar at the South Street Seaport, the event runs each Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. until Oct. 20. Free general admission provides access to games like ping pong, corn in the hole, and stein-holding contests, while ticketed packages, ranging in price from $50 to $500, include food and beverage options. Get more information and buy tickets here.

Things to Do in NYC This Weekend (September 27-29)

(9/27-9/29) Looking for what to do in New York? We’ve got the latest on all the goings-on in NYC, from concerts to museum exhibitions to comedy to the best in city sightseeing. This weekend we’re stoked for the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s popular Chile Pepper Festival, the Global Citizen Concert in Central Park, the Cloisters Medieval Festival, and much more!

(9/28-9/29, 10/5-10/6, 10/12-10/13, 10/19-10/20) Oktoberfest is in full gear at Watermark on South Street. 11am-midnight. Prost!

The Best Events for Oktoberfest in NYC

Here’s where to drink beer, listen to live Oompah jams and feast on delicious German grub during the annual festival

Contrary to popular belief, Oktoberfest in NYC isn’t just about the beer. There are mug-holding competitions, live Oompah music and plenty of places to feast on authentic German cuisine. While the weather is still nice enough for related outdoor activities, hit some of the city’s best beer gardens and always plan out things to do this weekend for smashing weekends to look forward to. This celebration of German culture is certainly one of the best things to do in fall, so don’t miss out.

Best Oktoberfest events

Watermark Oktoberfest

Escape to Munich without ever leaving NYC thanks to Watermark’s annual Oktoberfest extravaganza on Pier 15. You’ll get a killer arm workout while carrying one-liter steins filled to the brim with Hofbrau, Weihenstephan or Radeberger beer (and that means you won’t have to feel too guilty about gorging on German cuisine such as brats and pretzels). While you’re munching and getting tipsy, enjoy amazing views of the Brooklyn and Williamsburg Bridges. Make sure to reserve your spot before you go.

Holidays and Specials in New York City This Weekend – September 27-September 29

OktoberFest NYC – Watermark Bar at Pier 15
Through October 20, 2019 – New York City

New York City’s largest outdoor Oktoberfest festival, Oktoberfest NYC 2019 kicks off on Friday, September 13th, one week in advance of the official start of the famous German festival, at Watermark Bar at Pier 15. From Merchants Hospitality, OktoberFest New York will span six weekends, turning downtown’s Pier 15 into a lively celebration of authentic German beers, traditional German foods, OktoberFest decorations and fun games for the entire family. The open-air, family-friendly festival will run from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, from September 13th to October 20th with up to 150,000 guests expected over the six weekends. With general admission tickets, guests will have access to a variety of activities including Volley Pong, Corn in the Hole and Ping Pong, as well as a Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding) contests for guests over 21 years of age. To commence the official start of OktoberFest NYC 2019, on Saturday, September 21st at 5 p.m., Anne Becerra will be hosting a ceremonial keg tapping, following the well-known OktoberFest tradition that dates back to the 1950s in Munich. General admission to OktoberFest NYC 2019 is complimentary and patrons must RSVP online to confirm attendance. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or on-site for food and beverages.

Follow the Lederhosen

Unless you’re celebrating at the actual Alps, the view from the Watermark Bar on South Street is hard to beat. The pier stretches out into the East River, with the Brooklyn Bridge providing an Instagram-worthy backdrop for photos with roller-skating beer maids and 1-liter glass steins. The vibe here is frat party meets beer hall: The speakers pump pop music, and the pier is packed with games, including pingpong, cornhole and an oversized beer pong played with volleyballs and trash cans. You can soak up some of that German beer with giant pretzels, brats and more.

Andrew Freerks, 35, celebrates Oktoberfest every year along with his father, sister and brother-in-law. It may not be as authentic as the fests they’ve attended in Germany, but it’s still a heck of a party.

“This is like New York takes over Oktoberfest,” he tells The Post.

“Watermark presents OktoberFest,” Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to midnight, through Oct. 20. 78 South St., at Pier 15

OktoberFest NYC 2019 Kicks off With Ceremonial Keg Tapping by Beer Cicerone, Anne Becerra for Sixth Annual Celebration

New York City’s largest outdoor Oktoberfest festival, OktoberFest NYC  2019 kicked off on Friday, September 13th, one week in advance of the official start of the famous German festival, at Watermark Bar at Pier 15. From the owners of the popular craft beer venues, Treadwell Park Downtown, Treadwell Park Upper East Side and Treadwell Park West, Merchants Hospitality, OktoberFest NYC will span six weekends, turning downtown’s Pier 15 into a lively celebration of authentic German beers, traditional German foods, Oktoberfest decorations and fun games for the entire family.

The open-air, family-friendly festival will run from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, from now through October 20th with up to 150,000 guests expected over the six weekends. With general admission tickets, guests will have access to a variety of activities including Volley Pong, Corn in the Hole and Ping Pong, as well as a Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding) contests for guests over 21 years of age. With unbeatable views of the Brooklyn, Williamsburg and Manhattan Bridges, “The BMW views”  guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the temperate early fall weather around communal tables designed for maximum sociability while surrounded by water on three sides.

To commence the official start of Oktoberfest, this Saturday, September 21st at 5 p.m., Anne Becerra will be hosting a ceremonial keg tapping of Hofbräu Oktoberfest, following the well-known Oktoberfest tradition that dates back to the 1950s in Munich. Presenting brand sponsors, Hofbräuhaus München, Weihenstephan and Radeberger will be serving their award-winning German beers throughout the festival.

“You have to love a holiday that celebrates tradition, friends and beer, ” said Anne Becerra, Beverage Director for Treadwell Park and New York City’s first female Certified Cicerone. “The Oktoberfest parties at Watermark are always so much fun, and the fact that you’re surrounded on all sides by some of the best views in the city – you can’t beat it.”

General admission to OktoberFest NYC 2019 is complimentary and patrons can RSVP online to confirm attendance. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or on-site for food and beverages. Additionally, Watermark’s interior bar will provide a full-service bar in addition to German beer options with wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

OktoberFest NYC 2019 is offering a variety of online packages including group options designed to maximize the guest experience. Each package includes multiple beer and food tickets, and packages purchased in advance online provide priority access. The Dunkel package includes five tickets for $50, the Weissbier package includes 11 tickets for $100 ($110 value), the Hefeweizen includes a large stein and  22 tickets for $200 ($235 value) and the Kölsch includes three large steins and 55 tickets for $500 ($595 value). All packages are available for purchase via Eventbrite.com

OktoberFest NYC 2019 will be open from 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. on September 21-22nd, 28-29th and October 5-6th, 12-13th and 19-20th. OktoberFest NYC 2019 is located at Watermark Bar at 78 South Street Pier 15. For more information, please visit https://oktober-fest.nyc and follow OktoberFest on Instagram: @oktoberfest_nyc, Twitter: @Oktoberfest_NYC and Facebook: @oktoberfestnewyork #OktoberFestNewYork

OktoberFest NYC 2019 Kicks off With Ceremonial Keg Tapping This Saturday with Beer Cicerone, Anne Becerra for Sixth Annual Celebration

New York City’s largest outdoor Oktoberfest festival, OktoberFest NYC 2019 kicked off on Friday, September 13th, one week in advance of the official start of the famous German festival, at Watermark Bar at Pier 15. From the owners of the popular craft beer venues, Treadwell Park Downtown, Treadwell Park Upper East Side and Treadwell Park West, Merchants Hospitality, OktoberFest NYC will span six weekends, turning downtown’s Pier 15 into a lively celebration of authentic German beers, traditional German foods, Oktoberfest decorations and fun games for the entire family.

The open-air, family-friendly festival will run from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, from now through October 20th with up to 150,000 guests expected over the six weekends. With general admission tickets, guests will have access to a variety of activities including Volley Pong, Corn in the Hole and Ping Pong, as well as a Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding) contests for guests over 21 years of age. With unbeatable views of the Brooklyn, Williamsburg and Manhattan Bridges, “The BMW views” guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the temperate early fall weather around communal tables designed for maximum sociability while surrounded by water on three sides.

To commence the official start of Oktoberfest, this Saturday, September 21st at 5 p.m., Anne Becerra will be hosting a ceremonial keg tapping of Hofbräu Oktoberfest, following the well-known Oktoberfest tradition that dates back to the 1950s in Munich. Presenting brand sponsors, Hofbräuhaus München, Weihenstephan and Radeberger will be serving their award-winning German beers throughout the festival.

“You have to love a holiday that celebrates tradition, friends and beer, ” said Anne Becerra, Beverage Director for Treadwell Park and New York City’s first female Certified Cicerone. “The Oktoberfest parties at Watermark are always so much fun, and the fact that you’re surrounded on all sides by some of the best views in the city — you can’t beat it.”

General admission to OktoberFest NYC 2019 is complimentary and patrons can RSVP online to confirm attendance. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or on-site for food and beverages. Additionally, Watermark’s interior bar will provide a full-service bar in addition to German beer options with wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

OktoberFest NYC 2019 is offering a variety of online packages including group options designed to maximize the guest experience. Each package includes multiple beer and food tickets, and packages purchased in advance online provide priority access. The Dunkel package includes five tickets for $50, the Weissbier package includes 11 tickets for $100 ($110 value), the Hefeweizen includes a large stein and 22 tickets for $200 ($235 value) and the Kölsch includes three large steins and 55 tickets for $500 ($595 value). All packages are available for purchase via Eventbrite.com

OktoberFest NYC 2019 will be open from 11 a.m. — 12 a.m. on September 21–22nd, 28–29th and October 5–6th, 12–13th and 19–20th. OktoberFest NYC 2019 is located at Watermark Bar at 78 South Street Pier 15. For more information, please visit https://oktober-fest.nyc and follow OktoberFest on Instagram: @oktoberfest_nyc, Twitter: @Oktoberfest_NYC and Facebook: @oktoberfestnewyork #OktoberFestNewYork

Oktoberfest 2019: 8 of the Best Places to Celebrate in NYC

Alessandro Iorlano traveled all the way from Las Vegas to the Manhattan waterfront last weekend, fully loaded for Oktoberfest. He had a bachelor party’s worth of bros in tow, all wearing lederhosen they bought online, and each holding a collectible glass stein full of beer. They had drained a few already, but when it came time for a group photo, Iorlano looked at the tornado of partying and stray cornhole bags around him, and got the urge to go bigger. He hoisted a full stein of beer, turned it upside down and emptied all of that golden German brew directly into his mouth and down his clothes.

“I felt the vibes here — it’s just crazy,” the beer-soaked 27-year-old tells The Post. “I wanted to top the craziness. Look at this Oktoberfest — I love it. I’m obsessed with it.”

Beginning in 1810 in Munich, Germany, as a celebration of a Bavarian wedding, this autumn festival became an annual tradition, growing in length and revelry. Eventually, the festivities began to kick off a month early, in September, to take advantage of warmer weather and more daylight — the better for drinking outdoors.

Iorlano and his fellow lederbrosen were here to get wild, but New York City has enough Oktoberfest fetes for every taste, from authentic German family events to a booze cruise. A WalletHub study this year ranked the Big Apple the best city in America to celebrate Oktoberfest, thanks to our German restaurants, number of festivals and — let’s face it — New Yorkers’ love of drinking holidays. Here are the best places to say “prost!” this year.

Brat’ boys & girls

Unless you’re celebrating at the actual Alps, the view from the Watermark Bar on South Street is hard to beat. The pier stretches out into the East River, with the Brooklyn Bridge providing an Instagram-worthy backdrop for photos with roller-skating beer maids and 1-liter glass steins. The vibe here is frat party meets beer hall: The speakers pump pop music, and the pier is packed with games, including pingpong, cornhole and an oversized beer pong played with volleyballs and trash cans. You can soak up some of that German beer with giant pretzels, brat’s and more.

Andrew Freerks, 35, celebrates Oktoberfest every year along with his father, sister and brother-in-law. It may not be as authentic as the fests they’ve attended in Germany, but it’s still a heck of a party.

“This is like New York takes over Oktoberfest,” he tells The Post.

“Watermark presents OktoberFest,” Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to midnight, through Oct. 20. 78 South St., at Pier 15

Oktoberfest Celebrations, Parties, Festivals Across New York City

Prost!
The beer-fueled Bavarian festival of Oktoberfest is kicking off Sept. 21 in Munich, and if you’re looking for some lederhosen-laden action closer to home, let us help you find some of the best beer-and-sausage-fueled affairs in New York City.

Six weekends of Oktoberfest fun at Watermark

One day is not enough at Watermark Bar (Pier 15, 78 South St.), which is spanning its Oktoberfest across the next five weekends (Sept. 21-22, 28-29, Oct. 5-6, 12-13 and 19-20). Drink authentic German beer, munch on brats and giant pretzels all while getting a nice view of the Brooklyn and Williamsburg bridges and the Brooklyn skyline. Admission is free, but there are food and drink packages from $50.

Things to Do in NYC This Weekend (September 20-22)

(9/20-9/22) Looking for what to do in New York? We’ve got the latest on all the goings-on in NYC, from concerts to museum exhibitions to comedy to the best in city sightseeing. This weekend, the Feast of San Gennaro continues, the Big Chocolate Show comes to Queens, Bear Mountain Cruises set sail with Circle Line, there’s Oktoberfest fun, and much more!

FOOD, MUSIC, AND NIGHTLIFE

(9/21-9/22, 9/28-9/29, 10/5-10/6, 10/12-10/13, 10/19-10/20) Oktoberfest is in full gear at Watermark on South Street. 11am-midnight. Prost!

Oh, Oh! OktoberFest NYC at Watermark Bar

This fall your weekends just got absolutely splendid. OktoberFest NYC 2019 is coming to the fabulous Watermark Bar downtown.

The open-air, family-friendly festival will run from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine until October 20th with up to 150,000 guests expected over the six weekends.

From the owners of the popular craft beer venues, Treadwell Park Downtown, Treadwell Park Upper East Side and Treadwell Park West, Merchants Hospitality, OktoberFest NYC will span over downtown’s Pier 15 for a lively celebration of authentic German beers, traditional German foods, Oktoberfest decorations and fun games for the entire family.

“You have to love a holiday that celebrates tradition, friends and beer, ” said Anne Becerra, Beverage Director for Treadwell Park and New York City’s first female Certified Cicerone. “The Oktoberfest parties at Watermark are always so much fun, and the fact that you’re surrounded on all sides by some of the best views in the city – you can’t beat it.”

It is a fantastic time for all and not to be missed! Views span the bridges and the cool crisp air blowing over the water is a perfect way to honor the new fall season.

With general admission tickets, guests will have access to a variety of activities including Volley Pong, Corn in the Hole and Ping Pong, as well as a Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding) contests for guests over 21 years of age.

OktoberFest NYC 2019 is offering a variety of online packages including group options designed to maximize the guest experience. Each package includes multiple beer and food tickets, and packages purchased in advance online provide priority access. The Dunkel package includes five tickets for $50, the Weissbier package includes 11 tickets for $100($110 value), the Hefeweizen includes a large stein and 22 tickets for $200 ($235 value) and the Kölsch includes three large steins and 55 tickets for $500 ($595 value). All packages are available for purchase via Eventbrite.com

General admission to OktoberFest NYC 2019 is complimentary and patrons can RSVP online to confirm attendance. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or on-site for food and beverages. Additionally, Watermark’s interior bar will provide a full-service bar in addition to German beer options with wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

OktoberFest NYC 2019 will open from 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. on September 13-15th , 21-22nd, 28-29th and October 5-6th, 12-13th and 19-20th. OktoberFest NYC 2019 is located at Watermark Bar at 78 South Street Pier 15. Follow OktoberFest on Instagram: @oktoberfest_nyc,

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Oktoberfest 2019 at Watermark, starting September 13
It’s not October yet, but it’s always Oktoberfest somewhere. If you want to get ahead of the curve with your stein clinking and pretzel chomping, head to Watermark at Pier 15 for an Oktoberfest celebration in September. The festival bills itself as a slice of Munich in New York, with German beers, brats, and pretzels—plus the famous stein-holding contests. If you can take your eyes off the lederhosen, you’ll be rewarded with the Watermark’s panoramic views of the Brooklyn and Williamsburg bridges.
Watermark Pier 15, 78 South Street. 

NYC’s Best Oktoberfest Celebrations

Now that summer, with its breath-hot humidity and hard seltzers, is starting to unwrench its White Claws from NYC’s collective neck, we can bask in the beautiful decay of three months of glorious fall. And nothing chimes in this magical stretch quite like Oktoberfest. Remember beer? Trade your glorified La Croix for a 5-pound, 1-liter stein of Weihenstephaner Vitus, and chomp down a delicious bratwurst slathered in spicy mustard while you’re at it. You’ve earned it after a summer spent in the city.

New York has one of the most vibrant Oktoberfests in the United States. With a huge number of German restaurants per capita and an abundance of bars overflowing with bier, nearly every fall weekend has something Oktoberfest-related going on. And the party starts in mid-September, so you can start enjoying the festivities while you’re still in lederhosen.

Prost!

Things to Do in NYC This Weekend (September 13-15)

(9/13-9/15) Looking for what to do in New York? We’ve got the latest on all the goings-on in NYC this weekend, from concerts to museum exhibitions to comedy to the best in city sightseeing. We’re looking forward to the Feast of San Gennaro in Little Italy, Photoville at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Oktoberfest at Watermark, and much more!

OKTOBERFEST NYC 2019 Kicks Off Friday, 9/13

New York City’s largest outdoor Oktoberfest festival, OktoberFest NYC 2019 kicks off on Friday, September 13th, one week in advance of the official start of the famous German festival, at Watermark Bar at Pier 15. From the owners of the popular craft beer venues, Treadwell Park Downtown, Treadwell Park Upper East Side and Treadwell Park West, Merchants Hospitality, OktoberFest NYC will span six weekends, turning downtown’s Pier 15 into a lively celebration of authentic German beers, traditional German foods, Oktoberfest decorations and fun games for the entire family.

The open-air, family-friendly festival will run from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, from September 13th to October 20th with up to 150,000 guests expected over the six weekends. With general admission tickets, guests will have access to a variety of activities including Volley Pong, Corn in the Hole and Ping Pong, as well as a Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding) contests for guests over 21 years of age. With unbeatable views of the Brooklyn, Williamsburg and Manhattan Bridges, “The BMW views” guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the temperate early fall weather around communal tables designed for maximum sociability while surrounded by water on three sides.

To commence the official start of Oktoberfest, on Saturday, September 21st at 5 p.m., Anne Becerra will be hosting a ceremonial keg tapping of Hofbräu Oktoberfest, following the well-known Oktoberfest tradition that dates back to the 1950s in Munich. Presenting brand sponsors, Hofbräuhaus München, Weihenstephan and Radeberger will be serving their award-winning German beers throughout the festival.

“You have to love a holiday that celebrates tradition, friends and beer” said Anne Becerra, Beverage Director for Treadwell Park and New York City’s first female Certified Cicerone. “The Oktoberfest parties at Watermark are always so much fun, and the fact that you’re surrounded on all sides by some of the best views in the city – you can’t beat it.”

General admission to OktoberFest NYC 2019 is complimentary and patrons can RSVP online to confirm attendance. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or on-site for food and beverages. Additionally, Watermark’s interior bar will provide a full-service bar in addition to German beer options with wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

OktoberFest NYC 2019 will open from 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. on September 13-15th , 21-22nd, 28-29th and October 5-6th, 12-13th and 19-20th. OktoberFest NYC 2019 is located at Watermark Bar at 78 South Street Pier 15. For more information, please visit https://oktober-fest.nyc and follow OktoberFest on Instagram: @oktoberfest_nyc, Twitter: @Oktoberfest_NYC and Facebook: @oktoberfestnewyork #OktoberFestNewYork

 

OktoberFest NYC 2019 at Watermark at Pier 15

New York City’s largest outdoor Oktoberfest festival, OktoberFest NYC  2019 kicks off on Friday, September 13th, one week in advance of the official start of the famous German festival, at Watermark Bar at Pier 15.  From the owners of the popular craft beer venues, Treadwell Park Downtown, Treadwell Park Upper East Side and Treadwell Park West, Merchants Hospitality, OktoberFest NYC will span six weekends, turning downtown’s Pier 15 into a lively celebration of authentic German beers, traditional German foods, Oktoberfest decorations and fun games for the entire family.

The open-air, family-friendly festival will run from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, from September 13th to October 20th with up to 150,000 guests expected over the six weekends. With general admission tickets, guests will have access to a variety of activities including Volley Pong, Corn in the Hole and Ping Pong, as well as a Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding) contests for guests over 21 years of age. With unbeatable views of the Brooklyn, Williamsburg and Manhattan Bridges, “The BMW views”  guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the temperate early fall weather around communal tables designed for maximum sociability while surrounded by water on three sides.

To commence the official start of Oktoberfest, on Saturday, September 21st at 5 p.m., Anne Becerra will be hosting a ceremonial keg tapping of Hofbräu Oktoberfest, following the well-known Oktoberfest tradition that dates back to the 1950s in Munich. Presenting brand sponsors, Hofbräuhaus München, Weihenstephan and Radeberger will be serving their award-winning German beers throughout the festival.

“You have to love a holiday that celebrates tradition, friends and beer, ” said Anne Becerra, Beverage Director for Treadwell Park and New York City’s first female Certified Cicerone. “The Oktoberfest parties at Watermark are always so much fun, and the fact that you’re surrounded on all sides by some of the best views in the city – you can’t beat it.”

General admission to OktoberFest NYC 2019 is complimentary and patrons can RSVP online to confirm attendance. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or on-site for food and beverages. Additionally, Watermark’s interior bar will provide a full-service bar in addition to German beer options with wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

OktoberFest NYC 2019 is offering a variety of online packages including group options designed to maximize the guest experience. Each package includes multiple beer and food tickets, and packages purchased in advance online provide priority access. The Dunkel package includes five tickets for $50, the Weissbier package includes 11 tickets for $100 ($110 value), the Hefeweizen includes a large stein and  22 tickets for $200 ($235 value) and the Kölsch includes three large steins and 55 tickets for $500 ($595 value). All packages are available for purchase via Eventbrite.com

OktoberFest NYC 2019 will open from 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. on September 13-15th , 21-22nd, 28-29th and October 5-6th, 12-13th and 19-20th. OktoberFest NYC 2019 is located at Watermark Bar at 78 South Street Pier 15. For more information, please visit https://oktober-fest.nyc and follow OktoberFest on Instagram:@oktoberfest_nyc, Twitter: @Oktoberfest_NYC and Facebook: @oktoberfestnewyork #OktoberFestNewYork

OKTOBERFEST NYC 2019 Kicks Off Sixth Annual Celebration

New York City’s largest outdoor Oktoberfest festival, OktoberFest NYC  2019 kicks off on Friday, September 13th, one week in advance of the official start of the famous German festival, at Watermark Bar at Pier 15.  From the owners of the popular craft beer venues, Treadwell Park Downtown, Treadwell Park Upper East Side and Treadwell Park West, Merchants Hospitality, OktoberFest NYC will span six weekends, turning downtown’s Pier 15 into a lively celebration of authentic German beers, traditional German foods, Oktoberfest decorations and fun games for the entire family.

The open-air, family-friendly festival will run from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, from September 13th to October 20th with up to 150,000 guests expected over the six weekends. With general admission tickets, guests will have access to a variety of activities including Volley Pong, Corn in the Hole and Ping Pong, as well as a Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding) contests for guests over 21 years of age. With unbeatable views of the Brooklyn, Williamsburg and Manhattan Bridges, “The BMW views”  guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the temperate early fall weather around communal tables designed for maximum sociability while surrounded by water on three sides.

To commence the official start of Oktoberfest, on Saturday, September 21st at 5 p.m., Anne Becerra will be hosting a ceremonial keg tapping of Hofbräu Oktoberfest, following the well-known Oktoberfest tradition that dates back to the 1950s in Munich. Presenting brand sponsors, Hofbräuhaus München, Weihenstephan and Radeberger will be serving their award-winning German beers throughout the festival.

“You have to love a holiday that celebrates tradition, friends and beer, ” said Anne Becerra, Beverage Director for Treadwell Park and New York City’s first female Certified Cicerone. “The Oktoberfest parties at Watermark are always so much fun, and the fact that you’re surrounded on all sides by some of the best views in the city – you can’t beat it.”

General admission to OktoberFest NYC 2019 is complimentary and patrons can RSVP online to confirm attendance. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or on-site for food and beverages. Additionally, Watermark’s interior bar will provide a full-service bar in addition to German beer options with wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

OktoberFest NYC 2019 is offering a variety of online packages including group options designed to maximize the guest experience. Each package includes multiple beer and food tickets, and packages purchased in advance online provide priority access. The Dunkel package includes five tickets for $50, the Weissbier package includes 11 tickets for $100($110 value), the Hefeweizen includes a large stein and  22 tickets for $200 ($235 value) and the Kölsch includes three large steins and 55 tickets for $500 ($595 value). All packages are available for purchase via Eventbrite.com

OktoberFest NYC 2019 will open from 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. on September 13-15th , 21-22nd, 28-29th and October 5-6th, 12-13th and 19-20th. OktoberFest NYC 2019 is located at Watermark Bar at 78 South Street Pier 15. For more information, please visit https://oktober-fest.nyc and follow OktoberFest on Instagram: @oktoberfest_nyc, Twitter: @Oktoberfest_NYC and Facebook: @oktoberfestnewyork #OktoberFestNewYork

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Strap on those lederhosen—really, people will be wearing them—and raise a mammoth, beer-filled stein to Oktoberfest NYC 2019. The Bavarian celebration is one of the best NYC events in September, featuring some of the best beers in NYC as well as traditional favorites and delicious food. Take in the beautiful fall foliage while guzzling brews at some of the best beer gardens and beer halls in New York, not to mention more celebrations taking places at NYC parks, like Central Park. Prost!

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What is Oktoberfest?

This traditional and autumnal festival, which originated in Germany, is celebrated all over the United States by drinking copious amounts of beer, sporting lederhosen, munching on pretzels, and doing some polka dancing and merrymaking.

When is Oktoberfest?

The official dates for this Bavarian festival are Saturday, September 21, 2019 to Sunday, October 6, 2019.

Why is Oktoberfest in September?

The first Oktoberfest was held on October 12–17 in 1810 to honor the Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig’s marriage to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. Supposedly, the celebration date was changed to the third week in September in the U.S. due to cold-weather concerns.

Where is Oktoberfest?

Oktoberfest celebrations take place in all five boroughs in New York at various public spaces and beer gardens. The largest events include Oktoberfest in Central Park (Sept 21) and Watermark’s Oktoberfest (Sept 13–15, Sept 21–22, Sept 28-29, Oct 5-6, Oct 12-13, Oct 19-20).

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Oktoberfest is the biggest beer festival on the planet and has a long history dating back several centuries in its home nation of Germany. Held each year in the Bavaria region of Germany, Oktoberfest runs from the end of September through into October and attracts millions of visitors from all over the world with its stalls, games, rides, food, dancing, singing, and huge quantities of beer.

It’s an amazing event that has been adored by multiple generations, but you don’t have to fly all the way to Germany to experience the fun and excitement of Oktoberfest. Many different versions of the festival are held all over the globe, including one particularly popular and successful celebration in the Big Apple itself: OktoberFest NYC.

OktoberFest NYC

New York City is known as being ‘The City That Never Sleeps’, with exciting events always going on, and Oktoberfest NYC is definitely one of the hottest dates on the city’s calendar. Offering amazing food, fun German outfits, lots of love entertainment, exciting games for all guests to enjoy, and, of course, barrels and barrels of beer, OktoberFest NYC is an amazing celebration of German culture, beer, and general good times.

This event was designed with the original Munich Oktoberfest in mind and aims to recreate the same excitement, spirit, and fun of that centuries-old festival right in the heart of New York City itself. It can appeal to guests of all ages and is all about people coming together, having fun, sharing smiles, and making a lot of joyful memories.

Attending OktoberFest NYC

OktoberFest NYC is held at an amazing 3,500 square foot venue at Pier 15 of Manhattan. Looking out over the East River, with great views of the water and Brooklyn Bidge, it’s the perfect place to soak up the beauty and culture of NYC while also experiencing some overseas excitment at OktoberFest NYC. The event is fully free to attend and features a huge range of games, food and drink stalls, activities, people dressed up in authentic Bavarian outfits, and much more, guaranteed to put a smile on the face of every single attendee.

Eating and Drinking at OktoberFest NYC

Oktoberfest is most commonly associated with beer, so prospective attendees can expect to see a huge range of beers to choose from at this amazing event, including many traditional German brands that have been brewed for centuries and that are actually served at the original Oktoberfest in Munich. You’ll find the likes of Hofbrau, Weihenstephan, and Radeberger beers here among many others, but beer isn’t the only thing on the menu at OktoberFest NYC.

A full menu of snacks will also be available at this NYC event including bratwurst, pretzels, and other traditional treats, so you’ll be able to satiate your hunger alongside a cool stein of authentic German beer. You can actually buy food and beer tickets for OktoberFest NYC in advance of the big event to let you skip the lines and get priority access, letting you quickly and easily access the drinks and snacks you want.

Important Info About OktoberFest NYC

If you’re planning on attending the next edition of OktoberFest NYC and enjoying all the fun and excitement of this amazing event for yourself, there’s some important info to be aware of and a few tips for attending OktoberFest you might be interested in knowing.

-OktoberFest NYC is a fully free event, but you do need to reserve a ticket in advance as the event can only allow a select number of guests in and it has proven very popular in the past so could easily be a sell-out.

-Attendance is free, but you will need to pay for all food and drink found at the various stalls around the event. Most items typically cost $10 but you can purchase ticket packages which let you exchange little tickets for the food and drink you want.

-You’ll find a truly authentic recreation of the Bavarian Oktoberfest when attending OktoberFest NYC. This means that only German beer and snacks are served here and you’ll find traditional games and activities, as well as people dressed up in lederhosen and other classic outfits.

-The event will run over the course of four weekends through September and October, giving attendees plenty of chances to enjoy all the fun with their friends and families.

-There are no age limits to OktoberFest NYC and the event is designed to be family-friendly, so kids are more than welcome but do need to be accompanied by adults at all times.

-Drinking beer is a big part of the OktoberFest NYC experience, but guests are encouraged to drink responsibly and guards will be present to ensure that nobody causes any unwanted disturbances or issues.

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Celebrate OktoberFest at Watermark

Head to Watermark Bar for a four-week-long celebration. Admission is free and includes cornhole, ping pong, stein holding contests and a keg-tapping ceremony on Sept. 22. Bites, including German fare, giant pretzels, bratwurst and knackwurst, will be sold on site, too. The beer? Only OktoberFest beer will be available. It was brewed in Munich and has six different variations. Single beers are $10 a piece. (Free, but there are priority packages from $50, noon to midnight Sept. 21-23, Sept. 27-30, Oct. 4-7 and Oct. 11-14, Pier 15 on the South Street Seaport, oktober-fest.nyc)

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Seaport bar Watermark has one of the biggest Oktoberfest parties in the city, thanks to its curated selection of Munich-based brews and a 3,500-square-foot, two-level venue with views of the East River and Brooklyn Bridge. Admission is free, but pre-sale packages (starting at $50) come with options for food, beer or swag such as a commemorative stein. Thursday through Friday from noon to midnight, through Oct. 14. Pier 15, 78 South St.; WatermarkNY.com

THE DETAILS OF WATERMARK BAR’S 4TH ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST

Downtown New York is known for the tourist attractions and the bars. However, when there are more bars than people to select from, things can either become a hot mess or an utter drink fest. With the help of Watermark Bar, you can now join in on their fourth annual OktoberFest celebration, which starts on Friday, September 21st.

WHAT ARE THE DETAILS?

Running for four consecutive weekends (9/21 – 9/23; 9/27 – 9/30; 10/4 – 10/7; 10/11 – 10/14) from 12PM to 12AM, OktoberFest at Watermark Bar in New York’s South Street Seaport at the end of Pier 15 will be featuring six variations of Munich brewed beer that’s solely made for the sake of OktoberFest. To accompany the beer, German bites such as giant pretzels, bratwurst, and knackwurst galore will be available for purchase, since drinking on an empty stomach’s never a smart idea. In between eating and drinking, there’ll be ping pong to play in addition to super family-friendly games, stein holding contests, and a keg-tapping ceremony held on the first Saturday evening (9/22). In terms of admission, general admission is free and open to the public with all food items and single beers ringing up at $10/a pop. Alternatively, OktoberFest at Watermark is offering four different priority packages that can be purchased in advance online. Happy drinking.

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OktoberFest NYC

September 21–23 and 27–30, October 4–7 and 11–14
Financial District
Held in Watermark’s 3,500-square-foot space in Pier 15, this Oktoberfest has all the Hofbrau, Weihenstephan, and Radeberger you can handle. While the view’s not Munich, it does have a perfect panorama of the Brooklyn and Williamsburg bridges. Turn cash into tickets for food and drink purchases — each ticket costs $10, and it takes two to fill up a large stein ($15, sold separately) or buy a giant pretzel. If you’re planning on bringing your Freundes, save a little cash by buying a package: $500 gets you 55 tickets and three large steins.

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OKTOBERFEST NYC
Beer ye, beer ye. For four weekends starting September 21, OktoberFest brews will be on tap at South Street Seaport’s Watermark Bar. Knock back six different beers from Munich and traditional German fare like giant pretzels, brats and potato salad—all while taking in breathtaking views of the East River. (P.S. Entry is free, but be sure to buy food and drink tickets ahead of time to skip the line.)