NASHVILLE OKTOBERFEST 2026
Events & Lineup
2026 MUSIC LINEUP
Six Acts. Two Stages. Four Days.
From traditional Bavarian oompah bands to Nashville's best cover acts — the most eclectic lineup in festival history.
90s Rock / Pop / R&B
Chill Pill
Rock, pop, alternative, grunge and R&B hits from the 1990s. One of Nashville's most beloved cover bands.
Classical / Accordion / Cello
Alex Shor
Cellist, pianist and accordionist — Principal cello in Nashville Philharmonic Orchestra. A one-of-a-kind performance.
Solo Tuba / Bavarian
Strollin Joe
Nashville's famous Solo Tuba entertainer — the 'Sep Jager' of Nashville Oktoberfest. Grooves and tunes throughout the grounds.
90s–2000s Tribute
Fly2K
Top tier tribute band delivering high-energy 90s and 2000s pop, hip-hop, rock, and R&B. The crowd favorite.
Traditional Bavarian
Oompah-Calypse
Traditional German music blended with popular tunes — polkas, waltzes, Beatles, and everything in between.
Folk-Punk / Celtic
Kraken's Release
South Atlanta's rowdy five-piece folk-punk band — polkas, sea shanties, Celtic drinking songs. Closing headliner.
BEYOND THE MUSIC
Festival Attractions
Party Tent
Daily 5 PM – 11 PM · Live music & dancing
VIP Tent
Private · Unlimited pours · Catered food
Roundabout Stage
Traditional Bavarian oompah music
Artisan Alley
Local Nashville vendors & artisans
Bier Garten
40+ beers on draft · Cashless
Food Vendors
40+ vendors · Brats, strudel & more
Pup Parade
Saturday afternoon · Costumes welcome
Competitions
Brat eating · Stein holding · 5K Bier Run
LOCAL FOOD
40+ Food Vendors
From authentic German brats and schnitzel to Nashville favorites — our food vendor lineup is the most diverse in the festival's history. Vegetarian options available throughout.
SIGNATURE EVENTS
Don't Miss These
Three events that make Nashville Oktoberfest unlike any other festival in the country.
SATURDAY · FREE WITH ADMISSION
Pup Parade
All dogs welcome. March from 6th Ave N to the main stage, compete in 5 costume categories, and win prizes from Red Rover Pet Services and Monell's. Benefits Crossroads Campus.
Learn More & Enter →SUNDAY · FREE WITH ADMISSION
Dachshund Derby
The most chaotic race in Nashville. Dachshunds of all sizes sprint — or meander — down the track in front of thousands of cheering fans. 5 award categories including Most Dramatic.
Learn More & Register →SATURDAY MORNING · INCLUDES FESTIVAL ADMISSION
5K Bier Run
The 2nd largest 5K in Tennessee. Chip-timed race through Bicentennial Mall — then celebrate at the Bier Garten. Race registration includes full festival admission.
Learn More & Register →SATURDAY · FREE WITH ADMISSION
Brat Eating Contest
Think you can out-eat Nashville? Five minutes, no utensils, no mercy. The messiest and most entertaining five minutes of the entire festival — held on the main stage.
Learn More & Enter →SATURDAY & SUNDAY · FREE WITH ADMISSION
Stein Holding Contest
The Masskrugstemmen — hold a full one-liter stein straight out in front of you for as long as possible. Men's and Women's divisions, with a Grand Championship Final on Sunday.
Learn More & Compete →