- Event Overview
About
New Orleans, LA
Oktoberfest
Fall in New Orleans means crisp air, packed patios, seasonal brews flowing, and some of the best weekends of the year to explore the city! The leaves start turning, the evenings get livelier, and that unmistakable Oktoberfest spirit rolls in; giant soft pretzels, clinking steins, infectious laughter, and oompah beats filling the streets. It’s the season where everything just feels more fun and connected.
On Saturday, September 26, 2026, the New Orleans Oktoberfest Bar Crawl brings that full Bavarian energy right into the heart of the city. This isn’t just another night out, it’s a citywide celebration where beer lovers, locals, visitors, and big groups come together for one epic, flowing party. You’ll hop between multiple participating venues, enjoying themed drinks and specials, fun group vibes, and nonstop good times!
If you’re searching for the best Oktoberfest events in New Orleans, awesome things to do in New Orleans this September, or a unique way to experience the city’s nightlife, this is it. A lively bar crawl filled with festive energy, cold drinks, new friends, and unforgettable memories, all moving together as one big celebration across town.
Tickets are limited and they sell out every year. Grab yours now and get ready to prost your way through New Orleans’ biggest Oktoberfest party of the season!
Event Details
Everything you need to know about New Orleans’ largest Oktoberfest pub crawl.
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top Oktoberfest Bar Crawl in New Orleans.
40,000+ Attendees
Thousands join the annual Oktoberfest pub crawl
100+ Participating Bars
Organized Event
- What's Included
What You Get With a Pub Crawl Ticket
Pub crawls for the biggest party holidays. Choose your event and join the party in 100+ cities across the USA.
Bar Access
Access to multiple participating New Orleans bars
Drink Specials
Exclusive Oktoberfest Drink Specials and themed cocktails at select venues!
| Party Vibes All Night |
Live DJs at select venues
| Event Wristband |
Official event branded PubCrawls.com wristband
| Crawl Map |
Digital 3D Bar Crawl Map
Photo Ops
Professional Photographer / Videographer
Squad-Friendly Fun
Group-friendly Oktoberfest nightlife experience!
After-Party Access
Participating Venues on the Pub Crawl Route
Explore New Orleans’ most popular bars and nightlife venues during the Oktoberfest pub crawl. Each participating venue features exclusive drink specials, music, and a unique atmosphere.
How the Pub Crawl Works
Four simple steps to join the Oktoberfest pub crawl and start bar hopping.
Choose your city and event, then purchase your pub crawl ticket online.
Meet event staff at the check-in spot to receive your event wristband and digital venue map.
Hop between participating bars, enjoy drink specials, and experience the nightlife with fellow pub crawl guests.
End the night at the final venue with music, dancing, and the full pub crawl group celebration.
Event Agendas
Your complete Oktoberfest pub crawl timeline from check-in to after-party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the New Orleans Oktoberfest Bar Crawl 2026
What is the New Orleans Oktoberfest Bar Crawl?
A multi-venue Oktoberfest nightlife event in New Orleans featuring access to participating bars, drink specials, and costume contests.
Where does it take place?
Where does it take place?
Across participating bars and nightlife venues throughout New Orleans, with full check-in details provided before the event.
Who is it for?
Who is it for?
Adults looking to experience Oktoberfest nightlife in New Orleans in a structured, social, multi-venue format.
Why is it one of the top Oktoberfest events in New Orleans?
Because it combines multiple venues, drink specials, and thousands of attendees into one coordinated citywide experience.
What is the New Orleans Oktoberfest Bar Crawl?
New Orleans has a real German brewing history under the more famous parts of its culture, and this crawl runs a route through participating bars. Wristband entry, a digital map, drink specials, and after-party access are included.
When does the New Orleans crawl run?
Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. In a city where the night genuinely does not end, that window is the organized portion of the evening rather than all of it.
Where does the New Orleans route run?
The French Quarter and Frenchmen Street just outside it hold the density, both very walkable. Your confirmed check-in venue and participating lineup come with your ticket confirmation.
Can I carry a drink between bars?
Yes. New Orleans allows open containers in plastic go-cups on the street, so ask the bartender for one before you head to the next stop. No glass outside, and follow venue staff.
Should I drive to the Quarter?
No. Quarter parking is expensive, scarce, and a genuine hassle, and the streets were not built for it. The streetcar lines and rideshare cover the area well, and most people simply walk.
How humid is New Orleans in late September?
Still heavy. Evenings often sit in the 80s with thick air well after dark. Pick something that breathes, because a full Bavarian outfit in the Quarter in September is a mistake.
Is hurricane season a concern in New Orleans?
Late September sits inside the active window on the Gulf, so it is worth watching the forecast. The event usually proceeds, but travel into the city is what tends to get disrupted.
Is the New Orleans crawl 21 and over?
Yes, 21 and over. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and expect it checked at every venue on the route. Louisiana door staff card consistently, particularly in the Quarter.
