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Oktoberfest at Compass Rose Brewery on Sept. 26: Best outfit, stein-holding, and bratwurst/giant pretzel eating contests

Date: Sat, Sep 26, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Venue: Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh

Price:

Category: Community

Compass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Free Live Music (Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m.): October 16: Thomas Rucker Last updated 9/7/2026. Events are subject to change. You can double-check Compass Rose Brewery's live music schedule on their website calendar. Oktoberfest Saturday, September 26, 2026 12 p.m. Free Celebrate Oktoberfest season with Compass Rose Brewery! The event schedule is as follows: 12:30 p.m.: Bratwurst and giant pretzel eating contest 2 p.m.: Stein-holding contest 3:30 p.m.: Best outfit competition

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Oktoberfest at Compass Rose Brewery on Sept. 26: Best outfit, stein-holding, and bratwurst/giant pretzel eating contests

“Arrive by noon to grab a patio table before the live music starts.”

When
Sep 26
Sat, Sep 26, 2026
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where
Compass Rose Brewery
Raleigh, NC
Ages
All Ages
Price
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Oktoberfest at Compass Rose Brewery on Sept. 26: Best outfit, stein-holding, and bratwurst/giant pretzel eating contests
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Oktoberfest at Compass Rose Brewery on Sept. 26: Best outfit, stein-holding, and bratwurst/giant pretzel eating contests runs Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM.

Good for: all ages

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Compass Rose Brewery is at 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

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