Get Your Lederhosen Ready: Oktoberfest Events and Other Food Festivals to Explore in Chicago This Se

WTTW Playlist / by Meredith Francis / September 1, 2026

Ready for fall? Get your lederhosen ready, because the Chicago area’s September food events calendar is packed with several Oktoberfests, specialty food festivals, wine strolls, and plenty of other ways to enjoy the last warm days of the year. Before you go, be sure to check event websites for the latest details on tickets, hours, and weather. Read More Here.