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Weymouth
Weymouth Pavilion
About: Organised by West Dorset Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), Weymouth Octoberfest is back and taking on a Welsh beer and cider theme for 2023. Enjoy spectacular bay views whilst sipping on your choice of tipple from around 60 Welsh beers and a dozen ciders. Lunch and evening sessions are across both the Saturday and Sunday and your ticket cost includes a pint of cider or beer, souvenir glass and programme.
Venue: Weymouth Pavilion
Telephone number: 01305 783 225
Date/Time: 6th - 7th October 2023
Price: from £11
Poole
Oktoberfest in Poole
About: Poole’s biggest Oktoberfest event is back and bigger than ever with a wide range of draft beers, prosecco and wine, a food court serving traditional Bavarian cuisine with vegan options available plus live entertainment from The Bavarian Strollers Oompah band, a DJ and traditional dancers throughout the day. You can book a VIP table with personal waitress service.
Venue: Poole Park
Telephone number: 01202 927 345
Date/Time: 29th - 30th September 2023
Price: from £10
Bournemouth
Oktoberfest in Bournemouth
About: Celebrate the occasion in style with Bournevaria Oktoberfest, transforming the Bournemouth International Centre into a Bavarian themed beer hall, complete with a full programme of traditional entertainment, delicious food and German beers plus a Rodeo Bull and Axe Throwing. This is the South Coast’s largest indoor Oktoberfest and one not to be missed!
Venue: Bournemouth International Centre
Telephone number: 0300 500 0595
Date/Time: 20th - 21st October 2023
Price: from £12
Shaftesbury
Oktoberfest in Shaftesbury
About: Oktoberfest Shaftesbury is back for another year! Don your best Bavarian outfits and head along to Shaftesbury’s largest German inspired beer festival. The event is spread over two days and you can choose to purchase standing or seated tickets on either the Saturday or Sunday. There’s also the option to upgrade to a VIP experience if you are a group of 10, with table service, a separate bar and free gift.
Venue: Barton Hill Recreation Ground, Shaftesbury
Telephone number: 07340 329550
Date/Time: 6th - 7th October 2023
Price: from £15
Weymouth
Oktoberfest in Weymouth
About: Promising beer, food and good times, head along to Weymouth & Portland Rugby Football Club for a day of authentic Bavarian music, food and beers with limited free parking available on site. Your entry ticket includes a plastic drinking stein and fun freebies!
Venue: Weymouth & Portland Rugby Football Club
Telephone number: 01305 778 889
Date/Time: 14th October 12pm - 11pm
Price: from £12.50
Dorchester
Oktoberfest at Nutley Farm
About: Get dressed up and enjoy the atmosphere with a beer stein and a selection of traditional German food including Bratwurst. A brilliant and fun night to be had by all. At this event you can enjoy a range of beers, spirits, hot and cold refreshments including a great selection of meals from the Nutley Farm kitchen. A fantastic Oompah band will be preforming plus free parking!
Venue: Nutley Farm, Winfrith Heath, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8DT.
Date/Time - Saturday 23rd September 6.30pm until 11:30pm
Price: £12pp.