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16th Annual Durham Oktoberfest

Date: Sat, Sep 12, 2026

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Venue: Motorco Music Hall, Durham

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Category: Community

Featuring The Little German Band & Dancers. Enjoy a full day of Oktoberfest celebration featuring live music, dancing, German bier, and a special menu of Bavarian-inspired food. Dust off your lederhosen, lace up your dirndl, and enjoy a keg-sized celebration packed with stein-swinging tunes, delicious German bites, and plenty of Oktoberfest cheer. Prost! Please Note: Everyone is welcome to enjoy the large outdoor patio throughout the day, with German bier and food available for purchase at any time. Reserved tables and seats inside the Showroom and on the covered Veranda, where you’ll have a great view of the band, are available by advance ticket purchase only. Coming solo? Grab an individual bleacher seat and make some new friends! Day Session: A more family-friendly Oktoberfest experience. Night Session: The party turns up a notch with a rowdier, more raucous celebration.

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Community · Durham

16th Annual Durham Oktoberfest

When
Sep 12
Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Where
Motorco Music Hall
Durham, NC
Ages
All ages
Price
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16th Annual Durham Oktoberfest
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16th Annual Durham Oktoberfest runs Sat, Sep 12, 2026.

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Motorco Music Hall is at 723 Rigsbee Ave, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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