TIME:

October 4th, 2025   5:00 PM       

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

A celebration of music and family! For more than two decades, Ivy Hall has been home to one of Philadelphia’s most gemütlich (cozy and cheerful) fall traditions. Our Oktoberfest has brought together families, friends, and neighbors for an evening of laughter, music, and plenty of food and drink. Whether you have German roots or not, you’re welcome—dirndl and lederhosen optional.

This year’s celebration features:

🍖 A mouthwatering pig roast
🍽 German cuisine and hearty sides
🍺 Imported German beer (ein Prosit!)
🎶 Live music and dancing to get everyone on their feet
🎈 Fun for the whole family—kids, teens, and adults alike

Rain or shine, Ivy Hall’s grand setting and warm hospitality make this an event not to miss. From the first “Willkommen” to the last “Auf Wiedersehen,” you’ll be part of a tradition that connects Philadelphia to one of the world’s greatest festivals.

Pricing (includes all food and beverages):

1. Adults (21+): $45
2. Young Adults (12–20): $35
3. Kids (6–11): $15
4. Children (5 and under): Free

Come raise a stein, dance a polka, and celebrate 22 years of Oktoberfest at Ivy Hall. Gather your friends, bring the kids, and join the party that’s been running worldwide since 1810—and right here in Philadelphia for over 20 years.

Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit—cheers to good times, good food, and good friends!

The tradition began in Munich in 1810, when citizens gathered to celebrate the royal wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria (later King Ludwig I) and Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. What started as a joyful festival of food, drink, and music has grown into one of the world’s most famous celebrations of family and community that has spread around the world.

More than two centuries later, we carry that same spirit of togetherness here at Ivy Hall—celebrating life, laughter, and the joy of being together.