SOUTH SHORE OKTOBERFEST
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5th ANNUAL SOUTH SHORE OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION 

Saturday  October3rd, 2026

In celebration of our South Shore's rich German heritage. The South Shore Oktoberfest will
boast local ​food and drink, music and history! 

Saturday October 3rd,2026


JOIN US ON THE WATERFRONT FOR 

GREAT MUSIC + FOOD

Get Ready, Lunenburg! The South Shore Oktoberfest Beer Garden is Bringing the Party to the Waterfront with Live Local Bands and the Festive Sounds of The Roving Steins German Band!
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Charred BBQ – Smoke & Spice 🔥
Serving up bold, smoky BBQ flavours at the South Shore Oktoberfest Beer Garden from 7:00–11:30 PM! Come hungry and pair some seriously good BBQ with your favourite beer while enjoying an evening of live music and Oktoberfest fun.

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Welcome to the South Shore Oktoberfest Beer Garden!South Shore Oktoberfest 2026 —October 3

Raise your stein and celebrate at
South Shore Oktoberfest 2026, a full day of craft beer, live music, delicious food

local shopping, and family fun on the beautiful Lunenburg waterfront at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic!

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Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, a foodie, a live-music fan, or simply looking for a fantastic fall day out with family and friends,


South Shore Oktoberfest has something for everyone.

TheBeer Garden | 1:00 PM – 11:00 PMGet ready for one of the South Shore's biggest Oktoberfest celebrations! Our

waterfront Beer Garden will feature:


​A great selection of Nova Scotia craft breweries Exclusive Oktoberfest beers specially brewed by

Shipwright Brewing Company
Local craft beer, cider, wine, and ready-to-drink beverages A full-service

bar featuring spirits, coolers, and non-alcoholic options Live music throughout the afternoon and

evening Oktoberfest games, competitions, dancing, and plenty of festive fun Grab your friends, raise a stein,

and enjoy Oktoberfest on the waterfront!


🎶 Beer Garden Live Music Lineup | 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM

We've got a fantastic lineup of live entertainment taking the stage throughout the afternoon and evening!

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | The Roving Steins

Kick off the Beer Garden with the festive sounds of The Roving Steins, bringing traditional German and Oktoberfest music

to the Lunenburg waterfront.


4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Saucy Jack

Keep the celebration going with local favourites Saucy Jack and an energetic afternoon set.

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Diggin Up Grubs

As the evening gets underway, Diggin Up Grubs takes the stage with a lively performance to keep the Beer Garden moving.

9:30 PM – 11:00 PM | Lyle Catt Blues Band

Close out the night with the Lyle Catt Blues Band, bringing blues, rock, R&B, and classic favourites to the waterfront stage.

Between the music, join in on polka dancing, Oktoberfest games and competitions, including the always-popular

Beer Stein Holding Competition!

​🌭 Best of the Wurst Who serves the South Shore's Best of the Wurst?

Our Best of the Wurst celebration kicks off October 3! Participating local restaurants will create their own unique

Oktoberfest-inspired sausage or German-themed dish.


Try the participating creations, vote for your favourite, and help crown the South Shore's "Best of the Wurst!"

The fun doesn't stop after Oktoberfest. The restaurant promotion will continue throughout the month, with a portion of

​proceeds supporting
We Feed Lunenburg and helping make a difference right here in our community.

🍔 Great Food + Charred BBQ Food Truck | 7:00

PM – 11:00 PMCome hungry! Enjoy a delicious variety of food throughout the day from local restaurants and food vendors.

Then, from 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Charred BBQ Food Truck will be on site serving up delicious BBQ favourites right
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through the evening Beer Garden festivities.


Grab some great food, find a spot by the stage, and enjoy an evening of live music, local drinks, and Oktoberfest fun on the

waterfront!


🛍️ NS Loyal Vendor Market | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Come early and shop local at the NS Loyal Vendor Market!

Discover Nova Scotia businesses, makers, artisans, specialty foods, gifts, home décor, and more while supporting local

entrepreneurs and producers from across the province.


🎈 FREE Family Fun | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM South Shore Oktoberfest isn't just for adults! Bring the whole family and enjoy our

FREE Family Fun Zone, featuring: Inflatable attractions Face painting Fun photo booth Live caricature

drawings Cookie decorating Cornhole Washer toss Tabletop games Family-friendly entertainment and

activities throughout the day There's something for every age to enjoy!

Whether you're raising a glass with friends, dancing to live music, discovering Nova Scotia businesses,

enjoying incredible local food, or making memories with the family
, South Shore Oktoberfest is the South

Shore's can't-miss fall celebration.


Prost! 🍻 We can't wait to celebrate with you on October 3!

LUNENBURG WATERFRONT

FISHERIES MUSEUM OF THE ATLANTIC ​

GATE OPENS AT 12:30

 ​Celebrate South Shore Oktoberfest on October 3rd with a lively waterfront beer garden featuring local   
craft beer, a full bar, live music, great food, Oktoberfest games, and festive fun in the heart of

​Lunenburg!

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68 BLUENOSE DRIVE, LUNENBURG
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