Stone Street's narrow cobblestone lane is the closest thing Manhattan has to a Munich side street, and on Oktoberfest Saturdays it fills with steins, servers in dirndls and lederhosen, and stein-holding contests. Entry is free, the restaurants sell the beer and food, and a tented game lounge offers ping-pong, giant Jenga and cornhole. If you want a rowdy, social Oktoberfest downtown, this is the block party.
What to expect
Expect the whole pedestrian stretch packed with picnic tables under tents, German music or a DJ, and stein-holding competitions in the afternoon. Restaurants on the street sell German fare plus Mexican, Cuban and American food, and an optional VIP section adds seating and a private bar.
Good to know
- Take the 2 or 3 to Wall St, the 4 or 5 to Bowling Green, or the J or Z to Broad St.
- Entry to the street is free; you pay the participating bars and restaurants for food and drinks.
- The festival runs rain or shine, with tents over the tables and games.
- Stein-holding contests are for adults only.
- Crowds peak in the late afternoon; come early for a table.
Going? Keep it.
Common questions
Is Stone Street Oktoberfest free?
Entry to the street festival is free; food and drinks are sold by the participating bars and restaurants, and a separate VIP section is ticketed.
Where is Stone Street?
It is a pedestrian-only street in the Financial District between 85 Broad Street and Hanover Square.
