Put-in-Bay Oktoberfest is scheduled for October 10-11, 2026 at DeRivera Park. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The tourism bureau lists German food prepared by Put-in-Bay Chamber member restaurants, including brats, potato pancakes and apple dumplings, beer from Put-in-Bay Brewery, and live music from the Phil Yan Polka Band with traditional German dancers performing on Saturday. Admission is listed at $6 for a one-day pass and $9 for a two-day pass, both noted as subject to change.
It is one of the last island festivals of the season and falls within the window when Port Clinton ferry service is still running.