Three festivals, one Saturday

Frankford Hall Oktoberfest, Fishtown Oktoberfest Family FunFest, and Fishtown Fall Family Festival all start at noon on September 19 across Fishtown's main streets.

Frankford Hall's 15th Oktoberfest

The 1200 block of Frankford Avenue hosts German beer, pretzels, sausages, and live polka music from noon to 8 p.m. The Polka Brothers perform while attendees dance in the street.

Family games on Frankford Avenue

Between Thompson and Master streets, Fishtown District offers nine-hole mini golf, pop-a-shot basketball, giant checkers, face painting until 2 p.m., and balloon artists from 2-4 p.m.

Vendors and neighborhood sales

The Family FunFest also features vendors, makers, and sidewalk sales from neighborhood businesses along Frankford Avenue.

Evil Genius hosts block party

The 1700 block of North Front Street features Lulu's on Wheels play area for kids under 5, DJ Bob Beast playing family music, crafts from A Dash of Magic Events, and food from Pink's Treats.

Food and drinks available

Pink's Treats serves hot dogs, sausages, pizza pretzels, and water ice. Additional food, drinks, pool, and games are available inside the Evil Genius taproom.

Artists and makers throughout

All three festivals feature artists, makers, and vendors spread across the neighborhood, creating a full day of shopping and entertainment.

Admission is free

All three festivals are free to attend. Food, drinks, and activities may require separate purchases at individual vendors.

“Free admission”

Dog-friendly celebration

The outdoor portion of Frankford Hall's Oktoberfest is family and dog-friendly, so you can bring your pets to the festivities.

“The outdoor portion of the event is family- and dog-friendly”