About this event
**Willkommen! ** Get ready to don your lederhosen and perfect your yodel for this year's McKinney Oktoberfest, a beloved family tradition! Enjoy authentic German music, food and drink, traditional costumes, dancing, children's activities, and much more. McKinney Oktoberfest is **FREE** to attend.
Make the most of the event by staying overnight in McKinney! m. m. m. m. ** Enjoy a private escape from the festival crowds with exclusive craft beers, delicious food, live beer hall-style music, and VIP-only restrooms. **Pre-ordered VIP multi-day passes include:** - Commemorative Stein - Official McKinney Oktoberfest Pin - Exclusive VIP Oktoberfest T-shirt - 2 Beer Vouchers - 2 Food Vouchers The VIP Biergarten is 21+ only.
Children in strollers are welcome. m. m. m. m. Hofbräu "Masskrugstemmen" Stein Holding Competition Try your hand—and arm—at Masskrugstemmen, the traditional German beer stein holding competition. This isn't a drinking game; it's a test of strength and endurance.
Contestants hold an official Hofbräu one-liter glass stein (filled with beer) with their arm extended straight out, parallel to the floor, for as long as possible. Beard & Mustache Competition Show off your best facial hair in this family-friendly competition.
The annual McKinney Oktoberfest Beard & Mustache Competition will crown one lucky participant as the official beard/stache of McKinney. ** More than 70 Weenie Dogs—and Wannabes (all other breeds)—race to see who will be crowned top dog at McKinney Oktoberfest.
Meet the Brewmaster Sessions Learn more about the craft beer served at McKinney Oktoberfest! These free Brewmaster Sessions are held on W. Louisiana Street at the Bavarian Experience Stage. Must be 21+ to attend. TUPPS Brat Eating Competition **Free Event** Limited to the first 10 participants to register.
See who can eat the most "naked" brats in 8 minutes and be crowned Grand Champion of the annual TUPPS Brat Eating Contest. The winner receives a prize package from TUPPS Brewery. com) McKinney Oktoberfest is presented by the City of McKinney.
Dates & times
Runs on multiple dates — check the organizer's site for the full schedule.
The basics
Hosted atHistoric Downtown McKinney111 N. Tennessee, McKinney, TX 75069.