Oaklands Oktoberfest 2026: 12th Annual Craft Beer Festival Returns Sept. 26

The 12th Annual Oktoberfest returns to the grounds of Oaklands Mansion on Saturday, September 26, 2026, with regional brewers, live music and food vendors. Tickets must be purchased online in advance.

Oaklands Mansion hosts its 12th Annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 26, 2026, bringing regional brewers, live music and local food vendors to the lawn of one of Murfreesboro's most recognizable historic landmarks. The festival runs from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the mansion grounds at 900 N Maney Ave.

Now in its twelfth year, the festival has become one of the anchor events on the mansion's fall calendar, and proceeds support Oaklands Mansion's operations and ongoing preservation work.

Tickets and Admission

Admission is tiered. Craft beer drinkers age 21 and older pay $55, which covers tastings from the participating brewers. Designated drivers age 17 and older pay $25. Children and students 16 and under are admitted free.

One detail matters more than any other for planning: all tickets must be purchased in advance online by 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 26. According to the organizers, tickets will not be sold at the event. Anyone hoping to decide at the last minute should buy before that afternoon cutoff.

Sponsorship packages are also available across five levels ranging from $250 to $3,000. Each includes admission passes and event recognition, and the top tier includes admission for 25 people plus logo placement on the souvenir tasting glasses.

Brewers, Food and Music

The festival draws from local, home and craft brewers across the region. Participants in the 2025 edition included From The Garage, Abbey of the Emerald Rose and Rubidium Brewing. Multiple local food vendors operate on site throughout the evening, and Silver Hill Medical Clinic staffs a hydration station offering complimentary water.

Live music performs on a stage set in front of the historic mansion, giving the festival a backdrop that few other beer events in Middle Tennessee can match.

Planning Your Visit

Some seating is available on the grounds, but organizers encourage attendees to bring their own chairs or blankets. Leashed dogs are welcome. The festival proceeds rain or shine, and no refunds are offered.

Visitors who want to make a longer afternoon of it can explore the rest of the site — Oaklands Mansion offers tours and hosts a full slate of seasonal programming, from Flashlight Night in October to the Candlelight Tour of Homes in December.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Oktoberfest at Oaklands Mansion? The 12th Annual Oktoberfest takes place Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Central Time.

Where is the festival held? On the grounds of Oaklands Mansion, 900 N Maney Ave, Murfreesboro, TN 37130.

How much do tickets cost? Craft beer drinkers 21 and older pay $55. Designated drivers 17 and older pay $25. Children and students 16 and under attend free.

Can I buy tickets at the gate? No. All tickets must be purchased in advance online by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the event. Organizers state that tickets will not be sold at the event.

Are children allowed? Yes. Children and students 16 and under are admitted free.

Are dogs allowed? Yes, leashed dogs are welcome on the grounds.

Should I bring a chair? Some seating is available, but organizers encourage attendees to bring chairs or blankets.

What happens if it rains? The festival proceeds rain or shine, and no refunds are offered.

Where does the money go? Proceeds support Oaklands Mansion's operations and preservation efforts.

Event Details - Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 - Time: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Location: Oaklands Mansion, 900 N Maney Ave, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 - Cost: $55 (21+ tasting), $25 (designated driver 17+), free (16 and under) - Tickets: Advance online purchase required by 3:00 p.m. Sept. 26 - Event listing: Oktoberfest at Oaklands Mansion