Oktoberfest Southlake returns Oct. 16-18 for its 25th anniversary, bringing three days of live music, food and family activities to Southlake Town Square at no cost to attendees.
The Southlake Chamber of Commerce, which organizes the annual fall festival, announced the milestone edition on its official event page. The Chamber has branded the 2026 run as the festival's 25th year. The event runs at 285 Grand Ave., within the Town Square complex.
Festival hours are Friday, Oct. 16, from 4 to 11 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 18, from noon to 7 p.m.
The lineup includes arts and crafts booths, a children's area, a wiener dog race, a beer booth restricted to guests 21 and older, and live entertainment throughout the weekend. Specific performer names have not yet been announced.
Admission is free. Parking is free in the Town Square East Garage at 1451 Federal Way and West Garage at 351 State Street.
A free shuttle runs from White's Chapel United Methodist Church at 185 S. White Chapel Blvd. Courtesy carts sponsored by Bill Tait State Farm will transport guests between parking areas and festival grounds throughout the weekend, according to the Chamber's event page.
The festival dates to 2001, according to an Instagram post from the organizers showing the branding "Oktoberfest Southlake 2001-2026." The Chamber describes the weekend as a celebration of 25 years of arts, food and community in Southlake.
Residents seeking vendor or volunteer information can contact the Southlake Chamber at 817-481-8200 or [email protected].
Upcoming community events:
- Oct. 16-18 — Oktoberfest Southlake, Southlake Town Square. Free admission. Hours vary by day.
