Oktoberfest 2025 in Hampshire – Where to Celebrate Bavarian Style

Get your lederhosen ready — Oktoberfest is back in Hampshire for 2025!

From lively beer halls and stein-clinking parties to family-friendly festivals and even a themed run, there’s plenty of Bavarian fun to be had across the county this autumn. Here’s your guide to the top Oktoberfest events and activities.

Oktoberfest Southampton – Guildhall Square

24–25 October 2025
Oktoberfest returns to the heart of Southampton for a weekend of Bavarian cheer. Across three lively sessions, enjoy live music from The Bavarian Strollers, classic Oompah tunes, and then dance into the night with the resident Oktoberfest DJ spinning disco hits.

Expect:

Long tables, steins of beer, cider, prosecco & wine

Seated or standing tickets

VIP tables right by the stage with table service

Tickets are already selling quickly, so secure yours for the city’s biggest beer hall party.

Hampshire OctoberFest – Basingstoke

4–5 October 2025
The largest Oktoberfest in the South East returns to Basingstoke, drawing over 8,000 visitors each year. Organised by Destination Basingstoke in partnership with CAMRA and local brewers, it’s a true celebration of Hampshire food, drink, and music.

Highlights include:

Over 220 real ales, craft beers and ciders from Hampshire and beyond

Wine & gin bars from Caviste

Live music across the weekend

Street food and Bavarian-inspired eats

On-site parking and easy train access

This family-friendly event is a must for beer lovers and festival-goers.

Oktoberfest Portsmouth – Portsmouth Guildhall

7–8 November 2025
Portsmouth Guildhall transforms into a Bavarian bierkeller for two nights of Oktoberfest fun. Expect stein-clinking, Oompah bands, DJs and plenty of Bavarian classics to keep the party alive.

Expect:

XL steins of bier, cider and wine

Traditional bratwurst, pretzels & Bavarian street food

Lively Oompah band followed by DJs

Fancy dress encouraged – lederhosen and Dirndls at the ready!

Always a popular one — book early for Portsmouth’s biggest Oktoberfest celebration.

The Sailmaker, Gosport – Oktoberfest Vibes

From 12 September 2025
For the first time, The Sailmaker in Gosport transforms into a Bavarian beer hall, complete with stein-clinking, German eats, and party vibes.

Expect:

Giant pretzels, frankfurters, sharing feasts & Black Forest gateaux

Steins of Löwenbräu (official Oktoberfest bier)

Jägermeister shots & drink deals

Festive décor and German tunes

The Woodman, Hampshire – Oktoberfest Fun

From 12 September 2025
The Woodman is also going full Bavarian with its own Oktoberfest makeover. Expect the same festival feel with themed décor, food, and drink menus.

Menu highlights:

Pretzels, bratwurst, schnitzels and gateaux

2-pint steins of Löwenbräu

Shots, bombs & special drink promotions

Oktoberfest 6km Run/Walk – Powder Monkey Brewery, Portsmouth

26 October 2025
It’s Oktoberfest with a twist! Join a fun 6km run or walk around Portsmouth harbour before celebrating with a Bavarian knees-up.

Entry includes:

A personalised race number

Pre-race entertainment

Celebration beer or soft drink

German sausage

Bespoke themed medal

Live Oompah music after the run

Fancy dress is encouraged – lederhosen and Dirndls at the ready!

Hogtober Fest – Clanfield

1 October 2025
For something a little different, head to Hogtober Fest in Clanfield. This village celebration brings:

Live music

Hog roast feast

Special Oktoberfest beers served in steins

No ticket needed – just turn up with your best Bavarian spirit.

Prost to Hampshire Oktoberfest!

Whether you’re looking for a traditional beer hall with Oompah bands, a foodie feast with Bavarian classics, or a quirky Oktoberfest run, Hampshire has plenty of ways to join the fun this autumn.

Grab your stein, practice your “Ein Prosit”, and make Oktoberfest 2025 one to remember!