The Glendale Heights Oktoberfest 2026 runs from September 10 through September 20, 2026, at Camera Park located at 101 E Fullerton Ave, Glendale Heights, IL. Hosted by Schnitzel Platz, this 11-day event features authentic German food, seasonal brews, and live music under a large tent.
Celebrate Oktoberfest with the Bratwurst Brothers! Enjoy live music, cold beer, great food, and family fun at Harmony Square.
The Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Illinois, is hosting Oktoberfest at the Garden as the finale event of its Shimmering Summer series on September 19–20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily at Festival Field. The family-friendly weekend features German food, beer, live music, and kids' activities.
The 2nd annual Old Town Oktoberfest runs from Friday to Sunday, September 18–20, 2026. Located at 1360 N. Wells St. (between Schiller and Evergreen) in Chicago, the street festival features German food, live music, big-screen football, and stein-holding contests.
The Bratwurst Brothers are...
Joey Derus - Guitar Trumpet Vocals
Mike Maduzia - Drums Vocals
Rick Rzeszutko - Trumpet Harmonica Vocals
Bob (Odie) Rzeszutko - Sax Clarinet Flut/Pic
John Krawisz - Accordion Vocals
Andrew Okrzesik - Bass Concertina Vocals
Carl Horne - Guitar Bass Vocals
