Oktoberfest Southampton
Oktoberfest is back at Southampton Guildhall Square for 2025! Join us for an unforgettable celebration of Bavarian fun across three exciting sessions, kicking off on Friday 24th October and running through to the evening of Saturday 25th October. Enjoy live music from The Bavarian Strollers, who will be bringing all your favourite Oompah tunes and timeless classics. Afterward, our resident Oktoberfest DJ will keep the party going with the best disco hits!
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No Oktoberfest is complete without great drinks! We'll have a fantastic selection of beers, plus cider, wine, prosecco, and soft drinks to keep everyone happy. Tickets are already selling fast, with options for both standing and seated areas. For those looking to take it up a notch, VIP tables are available for a premium Oktoberfest experience, located next to the stage with table service. Don't miss out, grab your tickets today!
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Where will it be held?This years event will be held in the Southampton Guildhall Square. We are located 5 minutes from Southampton central station. To find out exact location, please search 'Southampton Guildhall Square' in maps.
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Do we have to book tickets, or can we pay on the day?We highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance. The past years session's have all sold out prior to the day of the event. We will have the ability to accept walk up on sessions not sold out.
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What does a VIP table include?10 VIP Seating Tickets, 10 Steins to keep and FREE first pint, VIP queue jump entry for 10, personal waitress service and a private VIP Table in the VIP area.
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What drinks and food will be available?Beers, Proseco, soft drinks, spirits, wines... We will have a large selection of drinks for you to choose from. We will have a wide range of draft beers along with bottles of prosecco & wine. Our food court will serve authentic Bavarian food including bratwurst, currywurst & a range of Vegan options.
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What entertainment do you have?The Bavarian Strollers are Oktoberfest Southampton's resident Oompah band. You will find them performing a number sets throughout each session, acompanied by a DJ to fill in between their breaks! You can also expect to see Bavarian Dancers throughout the day.
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Do you have to arrive by a certain time?Yes. Each session has a 'last entry' time. Once sessions are announced, we'll be sure to update you on the last entry times.
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Are pets allowed into the event?No animals apart from guide dogs are allowed into site.
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Is there table service?Yes, we offer table service to VIP tables on. If you are seated in our general seating area's, drinks can be purchased at one of our many bars.
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Do you accept cash at the bars?We operate a cashless site for our events. This is to help speed up our rate of service on the bars. Please come preppered with card / contactless payment methods.
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Do VIP table guests need to arrive at the same time?Yes, all those that are occupying 1 VIP table need to arrive at the same time.
Traditional Food
No Oktoberfest is complete without a traditional food court! With plenty of food options on offer, you will be spoilt for choice. We will have a number of food vendors providing you with hot food through the event. Vegan options available.
Beverages
The idea of Oktoberfest is to indulge yourself in some of the world's finest beverages. With a number of top UK suppliers on board, we're hoping to bring some of the world's best beers and drinks to Southampton.
Entertainment
The stage that we have for Oktoberfest is fit for any festival! The best Oompha band from the UK will be performing throughout the session. Get those dancing shoes on, you'll be needing them! Fancy dress is optional.
