We are back as the Official Craft Beer of Cleveland Oktoberfest, taking place September 4-7 and September 11-12, 2026 at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea, Ohio! The long-running cultural event was voted USA Today’s #1 Best Oktoberfest in 2023.

GLBC will serve a variety of draft offerings including acclaimed Oktoberfest, flagships Dortmunder Gold Lager and Midwest IPA,. These beers will be available throughout the entire fairground, with additional selections featured on tap in the Great Lakes Brewing Co. Bier Garten, along with a full lineup of entertainment.

As part of the sponsorship, GLBC is also proud to present Cleveland Oktoberfest’s Great Lakes 5K Bier Run & One Mile Walk on Monday, September 7. This annual race benefits University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital Circle of Friends. Details and registration:
https://www.clevelandoktoberfest.com/stc/entertainment/attractions/5k-run/

What: Cleveland Oktoberfest, Sponsored by Great Lakes Brewing Co.
Where: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
When: September 4-7; September 11-12
Tickets: clevelandoktoberfest.com/tickets