Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest

Name: Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest
Address: 2 King Street W, Kitchener, ON, N2H2G8, CA
Telephone: +15195704267
Rating: 4.3

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Be Bavarian with us at Canada’s Greatest Bavarian Festival, September 25 – October 17, 2026!
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Celebrating German culture, community & tradition! 🥨
📍 Waterloo Region | Est. 1969 | 🧡 Oktoberfest Cares Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is Canada’s largest Bavarian Festival, celebrating German heritage, culture and community spirit. Held annually in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario, the Festival runs features traditional music, dancing, authentic food and b**r, family-friendly activities and cultural events. Highlights include the Thanksgiving Day Parade, Willkommen Platz, KIDtoberfest and various Festhallen hosting lively celebrations. Through Oktoberfest Cares, the Festival offers free and accessible programming, reinforcing its commitment to the community.

10/29/2026

Two perspectives, one unforgettable parade! 🎉

From the excitement along the parade route to the smiles lining the streets, it's the people on BOTH sides that make this tradition so special!

Want to help keep the magic going for years to come? 🧤

Swipe through some of our favourite parade moments, then discover how you can lend a helping Hans to support the future of the Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade!

Keep the tradition warm! Grab a pair of Oktoberfest Mitts at https://kitchener-waterloo-oktoberfest-shop.myshopify.com/products/oktoberfest-mittens

10/27/2026

WHERE'S HANS?! 👀

5 photos. 5 levels. One sneaky Onkel Hans! 🕵️‍♂️

Think you've got what it takes to become a HANS MASTER?

Swipe, zoom in and see if you can find him in all 5 photos!

👇 Drop your score out of 5 in the comments but NO SPOILERS! 🤫

10/22/2026

What did you love about Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest 2026? What would you like to see in 2027? We want to hear from YOU! 🎉

Take a few minutes to complete our 2026 Attendee Survey and help make next year's celebration even better!

🎁 PLUS, YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!
Complete the survey and opt in at the end for a chance to win one of THREE Oktoberfest Prize Packs, featuring Erdinger steins, Bavarian hats and more!

👉 Take the survey: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/BDyAtA9sNy
⏰ Enter by Sunday, November 8 at 11:59 p.m.

Your feedback helps shape the future of Oktoberfest. Danke for being part of the celebration! ❤️

10/20/2026

Physically back to reality, mentally still celebrating Oktoberfest! Same time next year? 👀

10/16/2026

What makes us happy? THIS.
What an amazing morning filled with inspiring women (and allies), meaningful conversations, new connections and so much joy!
From empowering discussions and fresh perspectives on sustainability to networking, laughter and friendships, Damenfest was a beautiful reminder of what happens when we come together to connect, learn and lift each other up.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and made this morning so special. Your energy, enthusiasm and willingness to share ideas and experiences are what make Damenfest truly unforgettable.
Here’s to the conversations that inspire us, the connections that bring us together and the community we continue to build. PROST! 🍻

10/16/2026

We are beyond thrilled to be named the Diamond Winner for Best Local Festival in the Waterloo Region Record Readers’ Choice Awards 2026!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who voted, celebrated, volunteered and helped make our festival so special. This incredible honour wouldn't be possible without our amazing community!

Here's to great traditions, unforgettable memories and many more celebrations together!

PROST! 🍻

10/15/2026

Heading to Centre In The Square tonight, October 15? Don’t forget your donation for the Onkel Hans Food Drive presented by Piller's! 🧡

Bring your non-perishable food items and help us Stuff a Bus in support of The Food Bank of Waterloo Region. Plus, the first 500 people to donate will receive a special Onkel Hans Food Drive button!

📍 Centre In The Square
📅 October 15 | 6:30PM - 8PM

10/14/2026

This is your sign to grab your Oktoberfest merch before it’s gone!

Hans Haus is open until October 17, so there’s still time to take a little Fest home with you! 🛍️

📍 Square Peg at Carl Zehr Square
🗓️ Oct 14–16: 11 AM–5 PM
🗓️ Oct 17: 10 AM–6 PM

Don’t wait until next year! 🍻

10/14/2026

LAST CHANCE TO GET YOUR DAMENFEST TICKETS!

Damenfest is happening THIS FRIDAY and we'd love to see you there!

Join us for a morning celebrating the incredible women of Waterloo Region! Connect with women from across our local business and arts communities for meaningful conversations, new connections and a little Oktoberfest Gemütlichkeit!

This year's theme is sustainability, with an inspiring panel exploring waste reduction, sustainable practices and the positive ripple effects they can have in our community.

📅 Friday, October 16, 2026
📍 Walper Hotel, Downtown Kitchener
⏰ Doors open at 8:00 AM | Panel begins at 9:15 AM
🎟️ Tickets: $65 | Corporate tables available

Don't miss out on this wonderful morning of networking and inspiration, all while supporting Oktoberfest Cares and our local community!

🎟️ Grab your tickets before it's too late at oktoberfest.ca/damenfest

Address

2 King Street W
Kitchener, ON
N2H2G8

Telephone

+15195704267

Website

http://www.oktoberfest.ca/

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