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Oktoberfest events in Lakeland, FL

Celebrate German culture, food, and beer at one of these upcoming events.

A man wearing German lederhosen and a hat holds a beer stein and turkey leg

Follow the lederhosen to these events.

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Oktoberfest is far from over in Swan City. Celebrate German culture, food, and — of course beer at these upcoming local events.

🍺 CrispyFest | Sat., Oct. 8 | 12-11 p.m. | Craft + Kitchen | Price of purchase | Drink traditional beers and craft lagers paired with German street food + desserts.

🍺 Swantoberfest 2022 | Fri., Oct. 14-Sun., Oct. 16 | Times vary | Swan Brewing | Price of purchase | Enjoy live music, food trucks, and award-winning Swantoberfest beers.

🍺 Oktoberfest | Fri., Oct. 7 | 6-9 p.m. | Downtown Winter Haven | Free | Try bratwurst, listen to live polka music by Brass Heart Band, and sample over 40 beersbeer tasting tickets are $25 online or $30 at the event.

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