FYI: You don’t have to go all the way to Bavaria to experience a great Oktoberfest. In Westchester County, plenty of towns, public groups, and even individual businesses are getting their lederhosen on in October. Here are some of our top picks in case you feel like grabbing your stein and joining in on the local fun.
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Cross County Center Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest makes its way over to the Cross County Center this season. The festivities will be held on The Green in the center of the mall on Saturday from 1-7 p.m. and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. The beer garden will be stocked with local beers from Yonkers Brewing Co., and grilled brats and pretzels will be available for snacking.
When: Saturday, September 28, 1-7 p.m. & Sunday, September 29, 1-5 p.m.
Where: Cross County Center, Yonkers
Cost: Free to enter
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Sleepy Hollow Oktoberfest
More frequented in October for its spooky history, the Village of Sleepy Hollow also has an annual Oktoberfest celebration. Classic German food and drink will flow, Bavarian music will sound, and younger kids can enjoy their time drinking hot chocolate.
When: Saturday, September 28, 1-5 p.m.
Where: Kingsland Point Park, 299 Palmer Ave, Sleepy Hollow
Cost: Free to enter; Parking: $5
Growler’s Oktoberfest
Growler’s Beer Bistro in Tuckahoe will host its October celebration on September 28. It will serve up traditional German food (even more than it normally does) alongside fun and games, live music and entertainment, and—again—plenty of beer. If you’re familiar with Growler’s, you can imagine how delighted your bellies will be, and, if not, then you really do need to come down this year!
When: Saturday, September 28, 12 p.m.
Where: 25 Main St, Tuckahoe
Cost: Free to enter
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Croton Oktoberfest
Croton-on-Hudson’s fourth annual Oktoberfest returns to the Upper Village this year. There will be live music, over 60 artisanal food and art vendors, craft beer, wine, cider, and kids activities for the little ones. The rain date is October 5.
When: Saturday, September 28, 12-6 p.m.
Where: Upper Village, Croton-on-Hudson
Cost: Free to enter
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White Plains Oktoberfest
This 12-year tradition makes its return to the streets of downtown White Plains. Join thousands of locals and visitors decked out in lederhosen and dirndls, sip German beer, and munch on German food. The band Melina & the Oompahs will perform traditional German Oompah hits from all decades. The lead singer, Melina, grew up in Germany and now resides in NYC.
When: Sunday, October 13, 1-6 p.m.
Where: Mamaroneck Ave, between East Post Rd, and Maple Ave, White Plains
Cost: TBD
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