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Oktoberfest in El Cajon Returns September 26–28 & October 3–5, 2025 El Cajon’s beloved Oktoberfest, hosted by the German American Societies of San Diego, is back for two fun-filled weekends: September 26–28 and October 3–5, at 1017 S. Mollison Avenue. Since 1972, this family-friendly festival has celebrated German culture with live music feature our friends from Germany, the Guggenbach-Buam! We‘ll have folk dancing, contests, kids’ activities, and authentic German food and beer. Highlights include the opening parade and ceremonial keg tapping on Friday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 p.m., plus the grand raffle drawing on Sunday, Oct. 5, where one lucky winner will receive a round-trip flight for two to Germany. Admission is $15 for adults on Fridays and Saturdays, $5 on Sundays, and free for all guests under 21 and active military. Parking is free but limited, and ridesharing is encouraged. For more details and ticket packages, visit OktoberfestElCajon.com. Prost! See you at Oktoberfest in El Cajon! German American Societies of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

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