🍻🎉 The London Kraft Oktoberfest at E&C 🎉🍻

Get ready for a legendary celebration of all things German at the German Kraft Elephant & Castle Oktoberfest!

Munich's closing weekend. Germany's national holiday. One very large beer garden in South London.

On Saturday 3 October, Tag der Deutschen Einheit (German Unity Day) and the final weekend of the Wiesn, we're throwing a proper Oktoberfest at Mercato Metropolitano. It's run by actual Germans, poured from our own tanks, and free for everyone.

At a glance
📅 Saturday 3 October 2026, 12pm – midnight
📍 Mercato Metropolitano, 42 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6DR
🎟️ Free entry. Table reservations are free before 2pm
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly · No VIP areas · Room for 1,000
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Live band is booked, Lederhosen are ready already and we've sorted beer from excellent local breweries to offer you a great selection of beers for this years' Kraft Oktoberfest!

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What to expect
🍺 Fresh German Kraft beer, brewed on site and served in 1-litre Maß steins, pints or halves
🍻 Guest fest beers from other German breweries
🎺 A roaming oompah band setting up dancing hotspots around the garden, then a DJ into the night
🥨 Oktoberfest street food from Mercato's traders
🍸 Not a beer person? There's a full bar, plus G&Ts from our own Jim & Tonic distillery

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FAQs
Do I need a ticket? No, entry is free. A free Eventbrite RSVP gets you a reminder, and a table reservation guarantees you a seat.
Can I bring the kids? Yes. It's a family-friendly event, and under-18s need to be with an adult.
What if it rains? There are heated, covered outdoor areas as well as indoor space.
Can't make it? Round two is on Saturday 10 October, poured from our altar bar in a Mayfair church. → https://www.germankraft.com/whats-on/oktoberfest-at-mayfair

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Located at 42 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6DR, this lively event promises to immerse you in the vibrant atmosphere of Oktoberfest. Grab your friends and indulge in traditional German premium beers, local guest craft beers and live entertainment (oompah band and live DJ).

There are various food stalls that will offer a variety of mouthwatering delicacies. Wash it all down with a selection of German Kraft's finest brews, meticulously crafted to perfection.

Prepare to be entertained by live music and energetic performances that will keep you dancing and singing along all night long. Whether you're a seasoned Oktoberfest enthusiast or new to the festivities, this event guarantees an authentic German experience.

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Don't miss out on this incredible celebration of German culture and tradition. Mark your calendars and get ready to raise your stein at the German Kraft E&C Oktoberfest