Looking for the best Oktoberfest events in the 805 region of California? From Ventura County and the Conejo Valley to Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo County, communities throughout California's Central Coast celebrate Oktoberfest with German beer, bratwurst, pretzels, live music, beer gardens, contests and fall festival fun.
The 805 region of California is an ideal place to enjoy Oktoberfest. Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, Westlake Village, Simi Valley, Santa Barbara, Solvang, San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Los Osos all offer opportunities to enjoy German-inspired food, craft beer and seasonal events.
Whether you're searching for Oktoberfest 2026, Oktoberfest near me, Oktoberfest in Ventura County, Oktoberfest in the Conejo Valley, or Oktoberfest events on the Central Coast, this In 805 guide can help you find celebrations throughout the region.
Oktoberfest Events in Ventura County
Ventura County offers some of the 805's biggest Oktoberfest and fall beer celebrations. From the Ventura County Fairgrounds to Moorpark, Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village and Simi Valley, there are plenty of options for beer lovers and families.
Ventura — Ventura County Fairgrounds Oktoberfest
The Ventura County Fairgrounds Oktoberfest returns for its second year in 2026, making it one of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in Ventura County.
The festival is scheduled for October 2–4, 2026, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura. The event features German beer, local craft beer, German food, a beer garden, live music, contests, games, an artisan market and family activities. The 2026 event also includes carnival rides, a petting zoo, train rides, face painting and kid-friendly food.
City: Ventura, California
Dates: October 2–4, 2026
Location: Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura
Highlights: German beer, local craft beer, beer garden, German food, live music, contests, games, artisan market and family activities
Moorpark — Enegren Brewing Oktoberfest
Moorpark is a natural destination for German beer fans thanks to Enegren Brewing, a brewery known for German-style beers and its Oktoberfest celebrations.
Enegren Oktoberfest is one of the Conejo Valley area's established brewery celebrations and is a great option for anyone searching for Oktoberfest in Moorpark, German beer or an Oktoberfest brewery event.
City: Moorpark, California
Location: Enegren Brewing Co., 444 Zachary Street #120, Moorpark
Highlights: German-style beer, Oktoberfest beer, German food, live entertainment and Oktoberfest activities
Check the In 805 events calendar for the latest 2026 Enegren Oktoberfest schedule before attending.
Thousand Oaks — Oktoberfest and Fall Beer Events
Thousand Oaks is one of the largest communities in the Conejo Valley and an important destination for people searching for Oktoberfest events in Thousand Oaks.
While not every fall beer event in Thousand Oaks is officially an Oktoberfest, the city's fall calendar provides several opportunities for beer lovers to enjoy craft beer, food and live entertainment.
The Kiwanis Corks & Kegs Wine and Beer Festival is scheduled for October 8, 2026, in Thousand Oaks, California. The event combines craft beer, wine, food and a community fundraising atmosphere. It is not an official Oktoberfest, but it is another fall beer event to consider when looking for things to do in Thousand Oaks.
City: Thousand Oaks, California
Date: October 8, 2026
Highlights: Craft beer, wine, food and live entertainment
Conejo Valley — Oktoberfest Events and Fall Festivals
The Conejo Valley includes Thousand Oaks and nearby communities such as Westlake Village, Agoura Hills and Oak Park. The area is a popular destination for people looking for Oktoberfest near Thousand Oaks, Oktoberfest near Westlake Village and fall beer events.
Not every local fall festival is officially an Oktoberfest, so visitors should check the event description before assuming German food, beer or Oktoberfest entertainment will be offered.
For the latest Conejo Valley events, including brewery celebrations and newly announced Oktoberfest events, check the In 805 events calendar.
Westlake Village — Oktoberfest Events
Westlake Village is another Conejo Valley destination for people searching for Oktoberfest in Westlake Village or Oktoberfest near me.
Oktoberfest Bingo — Westlake Village
Oktoberfest Bingo at St. Jude the Apostle is a fun Oktoberfest-themed community event in Westlake Village. The event combines bingo with Oktoberfest-inspired food, drinks, games and prizes.
For 2026, the event is scheduled for September 25, 2026, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and games beginning at 6 p.m.. Admission includes bratwurst, a soft pretzel and a drink.
City: Westlake Village, California
Date: September 25, 2026
Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; games begin at 6 p.m.
Location: St. Jude the Apostle Parish Hall, Westlake Village
Highlights: Oktoberfest-themed bingo, bratwurst, soft pretzels, drinks, games and prizes
Westlake Village — Fall Beer and Community Events
Westlake Village also has other fall events that may appeal to people looking for beer and seasonal entertainment.
The 24th Annual City of Westlake Village City Celebration is scheduled for October 10, 2026, from 3–8 p.m. at the Westlake Village Civic Center, 31200 Oak Crest Drive. The event includes a beer and wine garden presented by 14 Cannons Brewing, food trucks, live entertainment and family activities.
This is not an Oktoberfest, but it is another October event for visitors looking for beer, food and entertainment in Westlake Village.
City: Westlake Village, California
Date: October 10, 2026
Time: 3–8 p.m.
Location: Westlake Village Civic Center, 31200 Oak Crest Drive
Highlights: Beer, wine, food trucks, live entertainment and family activities
Simi Valley — Simi Valley Oktoberfest
Simi Valley is another strong option for Oktoberfest in Ventura County.
The Simi Valley Oktoberfest is scheduled for October 3, 2026, from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. at Lemon Park / Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi. The Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise event is an adults-only celebration featuring a beer tent, Oktoberfest music, a concert viewing area, food trucks and more.
City: Simi Valley, California
Date: October 3, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Location: Lemon Park / Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi
Highlights: Beer tent, Oktoberfest music, concert viewing area, food trucks and live entertainment
Age: 21+
Oxnard — Fall Beer and Oktoberfest-Style Events
Oxnard's fall event calendar also offers seasonal beer and food experiences. Because event schedules can change, check the In 805 events calendar for current Oktoberfest announcements and German-themed events in Oxnard.
City: Oxnard, California
Highlights: Local beer, food, fall events and seasonal celebrations
Oktoberfest Events in Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara County brings together German-inspired celebrations, Central Coast craft beer and the area's distinctive coastal and wine-country atmosphere.
Santa Barbara — Santa Barbara Oktoberfest
The Santa Barbara Oktoberfest returns to Chase Palm Park on September 19, 2026, from 11 a.m.–5 p.m..
The event benefits local Rotary projects and features a beer garden, food and drinks for purchase, and live music. Its location near the Santa Barbara waterfront makes it an especially scenic Oktoberfest experience.
City: Santa Barbara, California
Date: September 19, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara
Highlights: Beer garden, German-inspired food, drinks and live music
Solvang — Oktoberfest Solvang Style
Solvang puts its own Danish twist on the traditional Oktoberfest celebration.
Oktoberfest Solvang Style is a unique opportunity to enjoy German-inspired food, beer and entertainment in one of the Central Coast's most distinctive communities.
City: Solvang, California
Highlights: Food, craft beer, wine, live music and Oktoberfest-style entertainment
Check the In 805 events calendar for the latest Solvang Oktoberfest information, dates and ticket details.
Other Santa Barbara County Oktoberfest Events
Additional Oktoberfest dinners, brewery events and German-themed celebrations may be announced in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Buellton, Santa Ynez and other communities during September and October.
For newly added Oktoberfest events in Santa Barbara County, check the In 805 events calendar.
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Oktoberfest Events in San Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo County is a favorite destination for beer lovers, with Oktoberfest celebrations and German-themed events in San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Templeton and the Los Osos and Baywood Park area.
San Luis Obispo — SLO Oktoberfest
SLO Oktoberfest is one of the biggest Oktoberfest celebrations in San Luis Obispo County.
The 2026 event takes place on October 3, 2026, from 1–5 p.m. at the Alex Madonna Expo Center, 120 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo. The festival features German beer, food vendors, German music, contests, games and pretzels. The event also features the Hazelnuss Oktoberfest Band and a free shuttle service from several San Luis Obispo locations.
City: San Luis Obispo, California
Date: October 3, 2026
Time: 1–5 p.m.
Location: Alex Madonna Expo Center, 120 Madonna Road
Highlights: German beer, German food, pretzels, live music, games, contests and shuttle service
San Luis Obispo — Beda's Biergarten Oktoberfest
San Luis Obispo also offers a more intimate German dining and beer experience at Beda's Biergarten.
Beda's is a natural destination for people searching for German beer in San Luis Obispo, Oktoberfest food and German-style dining.
City: San Luis Obispo, California
Highlights: German food, German beer, pretzels, sausages and Oktoberfest atmosphere
Check the In 805 events calendar for current 2026 Oktoberfest dates and entertainment.
Paso Robles — BarrelHouse Oktoberfest
Paso Robles combines Central Coast craft beer with Oktoberfest traditions at BarrelHouse Brewing Co.
BarrelHouse Oktoberfest 2026 is scheduled for September 26, 2026, from 2–7 p.m. at BarrelHouse Brewing Co., 3055 Limestone Way, Paso Robles. The celebration features festive beer, live music, food, games and traditional Oktoberfest activities.
The event includes three festive beers: BarrelHouse Oktoberfest, Hefeweizen and Czech Pilsner. German-inspired food includes sausages, pretzels, sauerkraut, Käsespätzle and other Oktoberfest favorites. Games include stein holding, keg holding, yodeling and the chicken dance.
City: Paso Robles, California
Date: September 26, 2026
Time: 2–7 p.m.
Location: BarrelHouse Brewing Co., 3055 Limestone Way, Paso Robles
Highlights: Oktoberfest beer, Hefeweizen, Czech Pilsner, live music, German food, games and contests
Templeton — German Food and Beer Events
Templeton and the surrounding North County communities are also worth watching during Oktoberfest season. Local restaurants, breweries, wineries and community organizations may offer German food, beer dinners and fall beer events.
Check the In 805 events calendar for the latest Oktoberfest events in Templeton and North San Luis Obispo County.
Los Osos / Baywood Park — Annual Oktoberfest
One of the longest-running Oktoberfest traditions in the 805 takes place in the Los Osos and Baywood Park community.
The 47th Annual Oktoberfest is scheduled for October 25, 2026, from 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. on 2nd Street in Baywood Park.
The community celebration features entertainment, activities, a Biergarten and the 19th Annual Classic Car Show, making it a unique combination of Oktoberfest and community festival.
City: Los Osos / Baywood Park, California
Date: October 25, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Location: 2nd Street, Baywood Park
Highlights: Biergarten, food, entertainment, community activities and classic cars
Find Oktoberfest Events Near You in the 805
Oktoberfest season in the 805 generally gets underway in September and continues through October. Depending on where you live, you can find everything from large Oktoberfest festivals and beer gardens to brewery celebrations, German dinners and community events.
Looking for Oktoberfest events in:
- Ventura
- Ventura County
- Thousand Oaks
- Conejo Valley
- Westlake Village
- Moorpark
- Simi Valley
- Santa Barbara
- Solvang
- San Luis Obispo
- Paso Robles
- Los Osos
If you're searching for Oktoberfest near me, use the In 805 events calendar to find current events, tickets, venues and newly added celebrations.
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Plan Your Oktoberfest Weekend in the 805
One of the best things about Oktoberfest in the 805 is the variety of experiences available.
You can enjoy a large-scale Oktoberfest at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, visit a German-style brewery in Moorpark, explore Oktoberfest and fall beer events in the Conejo Valley, attend an Oktoberfest-themed event in Westlake Village, enjoy Simi Valley Oktoberfest, listen to live music at Santa Barbara Oktoberfest, experience the unique atmosphere of Solvang, or head north to San Luis Obispo County for major beer festivals and brewery celebrations.
The 805 offers Oktoberfest experiences for beer enthusiasts, food lovers, families and anyone looking for a fun fall event on California's Central Coast.
Grab your friends, put on your lederhosen or dirndl, raise a stein and enjoy the best of Oktoberfest in the 805 region of California.
Last updated August 31, 2026. Event dates, times, locations, ticket prices and activities are subject to change. Please confirm details with individual event organizers before attending.
Updated & Published August 31, 2026, In 805 Media (in805.com)