Soak up German tradition throughout the city

Through September 21 – Oktoberfest at Guggman Haus
Toast the season with German beer releases, pop ups, live music, food, and a stein holding competition. The party takes over the taproom, beer garden, and festhall, with the Coffee Haus also being open for extended hours.

September 19-20 – Harvest Festival at Daniel's Vineyard
It's an entire weekend of fun with live music, dancing, delicious bites from local food trucks, a fall maker's market, and the annual grape stomp.

September 20 – Fall Fest at Big Woods Pizza
Party in the alley next to the restaurant with live music, Quaff ON! brews, Hard Truth cocktails, and of course, Big Woods pizza.

September 20 – Oktoberfest at Moontown Brewing
The 8th annual event features polka music from Indy Polkamotion, German-inspired food, special beer tappings (gold medal winning Oktoberfest Lager, Festbier, Hagedorn German Hazy IPA), a stein holding competition, water balloon toss, and more. This party is 21 and over, but September 21 is the Little Lederhosen family-friendly celebration with hayrides, face painting, and more kid-centric fun.

September 20 – Taxmanniversary Party at Taxman Brewing (Bargersville)
Raise a glass to another year and celebrate with a specialty beer release, delicious food specials, live music, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new mural on the building. This party coincides with Bargersville's annual Harvest Moon Festival.

September 20 – Oktoberfest Party at Upland Brewing
Join a festive afternoon of beer (try the smooth, malty Oktoberfest brew), German food, and a friendly stein holding competition.

September 25 – Oktoberfest at Sun King (Indy)
Enjoy an evening of music from Max Heyob, Oktoberfest lagers (original, maple, coffee, black forest cake), and celebration.

September 27 – Oktoberfest at Bier Brewery (Noblesville)
Get ready for a pretzel eating contest, corgi and dachshund racing, a stein holding competition, live music, face painting, airbrush and caricature artists.

September 27 – Oktoberfest at Big Lug
Get ready for stein holding and pretzel eating contests, wiener dog races, the Oktoberfest 5k run, live music, German food and drinks, a kids play area, games, giveaways, and more.

September 27 – Harvest Festival at Hard Truth
Celebrate with live music, pumpkin painting, tractor rides, a hog roast, vendor market, kids zone, and plenty of exclusive whiskey releases as well as an opportunity to "meet the maker" with Master Distiller Bryan Smith.

September 27 – Barktoberfest at Metazoa Brewing
It's all happening here. Live music, food truck bites, a stein holding contest, wiener dog races, and great beer. The annual Barktoberfest (malty amber lager) and Puppy Slumber Party (peanut butter stout) are ready to drink.

Ash & Elm Cider
The September Cider of the Month is Apple Butter Dreams crafted with slow-cooked apple juice and brown sugar, then aged in a bourbon barrel. Autumntide Cider is also on tap with fall flavors of real pumpkin and ground and toasted spices.
• September 23 - Boozy Book Club (Indy)
• September 24 - Drag Bingo (Carmel)
• September 28 - Rooftop Yoga (Indy)

Bier Brewery
Pumpkin Ale is on tap at all locations with the aromas of nutmeg, cinnamon, pie crust, and pumpkin.
• September 20 - Live music with Comfort Zone (Carmel) and Sure Thing (Noblesville)
• September 21 - Puzzle Night (Carmel) and live music with Cosmic Situation (Noblesville)
• September 21, 28 - Acoustic Music Sundays (65th St.)
• September 25 - Live music with The Neighbors (Noblesville)
• September 26 - Live music with Sandro & Paul (Carmel) and The Mulligans (Noblesville)
• September 27 - Live music with Jamie Owens (Carmel)
• September 28 - Paint Your Pet Party (Carmel) and Open Acoustic Jam (Noblesville)

Big Lug/Half Liter/Liter House
Oktoberfest is on tap and it's directly inspired and brewed to be like a festbier you would find in a Munich beer hall.

Big Woods
The Beer of the Month is Quafftoberfest, a traditional Märzen lager boasting a pale copper color and a hint of toasty maltiness.

Buck Creek Winery
• September 27 - Golden Era Permanent Jewelry
• October 24 - Murder Mystery Halloween Bash

Chilly Water Brewing
• September 19 - Live music with Checkers and Plaid
• September 26 - Live music with Klarc Whitson
• October 3 - Live music with DysFUNKtion Brass Band
• October 4 - The Big Chill Tapping and Bike Ride
• October 7 - Bluegrass Jam Sessions
• October 10 - Live music with Cold Front

Daniel’s Vineyard
• September 26 - Live music with Abby & Alex
• September 27 - Live music with Jon Shoulders
• September 28 - Corks & Canvas: Autumn Inspirations and live music with The 78s
• October 1 - BeLocal Family Concert: Fall Fun
• October 4 - Party with a Purpose Songwriter Showcase
• October 10 - Scarecrow Showdown Launch Party

Easley Winery
September wine flights feature dry-to-sweet varieties or go all sweet with a Reggae flight. Fan favorite Kauffman's 76 is back with lush floral notes and ripe strawberry in every sip. There are also two new R15 flavors: pineapple and strawberry.

Four Day Ray
Fall favorite Mystic Ember is on tap. The German-style rauchbier is smoky, smooth, and full of rich notes reminiscent of a campfire. Also get a taste of the season with Adler Oktoberfest, a true German-style Märzen. Coconut Porter is coming soon.

Grand Junction Brewing
Newly tapped brews include World Beer Cup 2025 Gold Medal winner Not Your Grandma's Pumpkin Ale (packed with cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla), Underground ESB (English pale ale with malty notes), and Octoberfest Märzen (light, crushable lager).
• September 19 - Live music with Traci and Jimmy
• October 5 - Paints & Pints: Halloween Inspirations

Guggman Haus
Currently on tap are IPA Expedition 017: Wet-Hopped American, Pils Trial 018: West Coast Pilsner, Pils Trial 019: Wet-Hopped Pilsner, Foggy Trails DBL NEIPA, Hazy Days Route #22, and Haus Blend Coffee Milk Stour.
• September 25 - Live music with Cole Woodruff (46th St.)
• September 28 - Boats & Brews with Frank's Paddlesports Livery
• October 3 - Live music with Red Tailed Hawk
• October 4 - Live music with The Lone Canary
• October 5 - Dog Adoption Event with Heartbeat4Paws and Paint Your Pet Party
• October 10 - Live music with Jon Haslam

Hard Truth Distilling Co.
• September 19 - Live music with Hickman & The Hard Knocks
• September 20 - Live music with Tege Holt & The Lonesome Pines
• September 26 - Live music with Jason Blankenship, Amanda Webb, and Anna May
• September 28 - Live music with East Nash Grass
• October 3 - Live music with Rainwater
• October 10 - Live music with Black Cat & The Bones
• October 11 - Live music with Brooks Ritter and Bastion Rose
• November 1 - Sweet Mash Monster Bash

Kismetic Beer Company
The latest beer release is a Märzen brewed in a traditional way for a bready, rich brew with notes of toffee and brioche.

Metazoa Brewing
• September 20 - Pints & Painting: Taylor's Version
• September 28 - Paint Your Pet Workshop

Moon Drops Distillery
Tawny Port Port Barrel Finished Bourbon is available today (September 19) and won't last long with its rich notes of maple syrup, dark berries, toffee, smoky oak, and peppery chocolate.
• September 19 - Open Mic Night
• September 20 - Live music with John Gilmore
• September 27 - Summer concert series benefitting Indiana Women in Need and Pink Out Ride/Night
• October 4 - Live music with My Delilah
• October 11 - Live music with Gabe Sigler
• October 16 - Bluegrass Jam Session
• October 18 - Live music with Frank Dean

Moontown Brewing
Grab seasonal on draft and in cans: Follow the Lederhosen Märzen, Festbier, Hagedorn German Hazy IPA, and Resin Run West Coast IPA.
• October 3 - Live music with Brendan Bayliss, Andy Frasco, Allie Kral, and Nick Gerlach
• October 4 - Live music with Clayton Anderson
• October 10 - An Evening with Pokey LaFarge

Oliver Winery
Apple Pie is back with comforting flavors of crisp baked apples, sweet brown sugar, and nutmeg.

The Rejoicing Vine
September's Cocktail of the Month is Autumn Pearfection combining Blanco No. 5, pear juice, lime, pumpkin spice, and thyme.
• September 19, October 10 - Game Night
• September 20 - Live music with Albert Nolting
• September 25 - Build-Your-Own Burrata with Tulip Tree Creamery
• September 27 - Live music with Michael Mills
• October 11 - Live music with David McDonald
• October 12 - Book Exchange Brunch
• October 17 - Corks & Curds

St. Joseph Brewery
The latest tapping is Popemeal Oat Stout, a full-bodied stout brewed with roasted caramel malts and oats.

Sun King Brewing
Perfect for all are Pumpkin Spice Latte (blonde ale brewed with coffee and pumpkin spice) and Oktoberfest (German-style lager with toasty malt complexity and a crisp, dry finish).
• September 20 - Live music with Steve Fulton (Fishers)
• September 21 - Paint & Sip: Autumn Inspirations (Indy)
• September 25 - Tapping Party: Kettle Corn Dare and Scare (Fishers)
• September 27 - Live music with Levi Driskell

The Tap
Newly tapped are Facemask Hazy IPA and TapToberfest.

West Fork Whiskey
In honor of Bourbon Heritage Month there are two new bottled-in-bond releases: High Corn (rich, approachable, smooth) and 5-Year 100% Bloody Butcher (layered with complexity, earthy sweetness, and a long, distinctive finish).
• September 21 - Whiskey & Whiskers
• September 24 - Happy Hour with the Founders
• September 25 - Live music with Dylan Raymond
• September 30 - Grain to Glass: Presented by Indiana Corn Marketing Council
• October 2 - Live music with Jeff Brown
• October 9 - Live music with The Sax Guy

September 19 – Circle City Irish Festival at Holy Rosary Church
Keep the tradition alive in Indy by celebrating Irish heritage through music, dance, culture, and sport. Enjoy two days fun, entertainment, and shenanigans including live music from Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones and The Fighting Jamesons. Tickets are $0-$15.

September 20 – Lagers in Lawrence at Fort Ben Cultural Campus
Lederhosen and steins are welcome as Munich comes to Lawrence. Enjoy unlimited pours of more than 150 craft beverages, dance to Indy’s best DJs as well as polka hits, watch the fabulous wiener dog races, and snack on great food. Tickets are $37-$46.

October 4 – Corks in Carmel at Carmel Arts & Design District
Sip, savor, and celebrate the autumn season with unlimited samples of more than 125 craft wines while enjoying live music, browsing local artisans’ booths, and indulging in delicious bites. Tickets are $40.

October 4 – Brewfari at Indianapolis Zoo
Enjoy an adult night out at the zoo! Sample dozens of brews, dance to the music from DJ Lockstar, visit the animals, get a psychic reading, party with Halloween-themed activities, and enter the spooktacular costume contest. Tickets are $35-$60.

October 10 – Autumntidings Fall Festival at Indy Art Center
Enjoy the changing seasons at Ash & Elm Cider Co.'s popular fall seasonal, Autumntide will be available, as well as several other delicious fall-forward Ash & Elm offerings: Fickle Flame, Apple Butter Dreams, Bourbon Barrel Autumntide, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Poached Pear, and Hazy Honeycrisp. In addition try samples from visiting Indiana cideries, breweries, and distilleries. Dance to the live music, grab some food, and shop the vendors at Indy Art Center's Locally Made market, held at the same time as Autumntidings.

If you need another reason to celebrate with a drink:
September is National Bourbon Heritage Month. September 29 is Grenache Day and also Rum Punch day, September 28 is Drink Beer Day, October 1 is World Sake Day, October 4 is National Vodka Day, October 16 is National Liqueur Day, October 19 is International Gin & Tonic Day, October 21 is National Mezcal Day, and October 25 is Global Champagne Day.

Make a plan, play it safe (designated driver or other sober transportation), and make it happen.

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