When it comes to cool towns located within a day-trip from Atlanta, everyone loves Georgia’s tiny German-themed town, Helen. And fall might just be the best time of the year to visit… so you can partake in the longest-running Oktoberfest celebration in the country! Keep scrolling to learn all about Helen’s Oktoberfest, and how you can check it out!
Oktoberfest in Helen
Helen, Georgia is set up to look just like a storybook German village, with traditional German architecture, cultural events and cuisine.
During September and October, you can also enjoy the Oktoberfest celebrations until November 1st.
There are so many fun things to enjoy at Helen’s Oktoberfest, including:
- live German music
- authentic German and Alpine food
- delicious German beer
- dancing & special events
Special events include:
- October 10 – 3rd Annual Stein Holding Competition: See who is strong enough to hold the beer stein the longest! Competition will take place between 6pm and 8pm.
- October 31 – a costume party on Halloween Night
When can I check out Oktoberfest in Helen?
Where: Helen Festhalle | 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545
Helen Oktoberfest 2026 will continue until November 1st, after the big Halloween costume party on Halloween night!
- Sept 17 – 20, 2026 (Thursday – Sunday)
- Sept 24 – 27, 2026 (Thursday – Sunday)
- October 1 – November 1 (nightly)
- Monday – Thursday
- 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
This event is family friendly, and IDs will be checked at the door.
You can learn more about Helen Oktoberfest on their website, here!
Don’t miss out on all the fun, Atlanta! Head to Helen, Georgia for a fantastic time at Oktoberfest, right here in Georgia!