Oktoberfest in the Gardens festival is back

Australia’s largest and longest running Oktoberfest in the Gardens festival is back in Sydney, the city that propelled the event to the national behemoth it is today. Held in The Domain since 2015, Sydney remains the largest Oktoberfest destination held anywhere in Australia – with 20,000+ revellers expected in 2025.

Oktoberfest in the Gardens 2025 will be held in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Newcastle and the Gold Coast, with 65,000 people expected across the seven single day events.

Inspired by a love of the traditional Bavarian festival and great bier, Oktoberfest in the Gardens features colossal beer halls, authentic German food stalls, roving performers, thrill rides, sideshow alley, silent discos and an eclectic mix of entertainment and on-stage competitions across multiple stages throughout the afternoon and evening. You’ll be able to taste your way across Europe with a large selection of imported German beer, cider, wine and a range of other beverages.

“We say it every year, but this really is set to be our biggest Oktoberfest tour yet,” says Ross Drennan, co-founder of Nokturnl Events. “To have been recognised last year by Condé Nast Traveller as one of the top five Oktoberfest celebrations in the WORLD is huge – not just for us, but for Australian festivals in general. We’ve expanded across the country, introduced new cities, new experiences and the response has been phenomenal. The energy, the culture, the sheer scale of it – it’s something we’re incredibly proud of.”

Australians adore the tradition of Oktoberfest, immersing themselves in the unique blend of music, food, and festivities that celebrate this awesome culture – with thousands of revellers dressed up in traditional Bavarian attire hitting the streets of Australia’s largest cities, every year.

“In 2025, we’re taking Oktoberfest in the Gardens to the next level,” says Drennan. “We’re bringing the ultimate Oktoberfest experience to even more cities across the country – and raising a stein to what promises to be the most unforgettable year yet!”

Get ready for an unforgettable Oktoberfest, Australia… Tickets for all seven events go on sale through Moshtix on Wednesday, 30 July 2025. With year-on-year sold-out shows and record-breaking sales in 2024, this is one event you won’t want to miss.

Frohe Oktoberfest!

2025 Oktoberfest Events:

Oktoberfest in the Gardens – Adelaide
Location: Pinky Flat, Adelaide CBD
Date: Saturday, 4 October 2025
Time: 1 – 9pm

Oktoberfest in the Gardens – Brisbane
Location: Brisbane Showgrounds
Date: Saturday, 11 October 2025
Time: 1 – 9pm

Oktoberfest in the Gardens – Gold Coast
Location: Broadwater Parklands, Gold Coast
Date: Saturday, 11 October 2025
Time: 1 – 9pm

Oktoberfest in the Gardens – Perth
Location: Langley Park, Perth CBD
Date: Saturday, 11 October 2025
Time: 1 – 9pm

Oktoberfest in the Gardens – Melbourne
Location: Catani Gardens, St Kilda
Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025
Time: 1 – 9pm

Oktoberfest in the Gardens – Newcastle
Location: The Station, Newcastle
Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025
Time: 1 – 9pm

Oktoberfest in the Gardens – Sydney
Location: The Domain, Sydney CBD
Date: Saturday, 25 October 2025
Time: 1 – 9pm

For more information, visit oktoberfestinthegardens.com.au