This is the closest thing New York has to a Munich festival tent: long tables, one-liter Masskrüge of four Bavarian Festbiers, pork shank and Obazda, all set against the Manhattan skyline across the East River. It comes from Zum Schneider, the Avenue C Bavarian biergarten, and ticketed sessions keep tables organized. If you want Oktoberfest done properly rather than a bar with a banner, book a Saturday session.
What to expect
Guests are seated by ticket type at communal tables, with beer served in one-liter mugs and a menu of roasted pork shank, giant pretzels, Obazda cheese spread and rotisserie chicken. A separate rooftop biergarten has its own self-service bar and views of the skyline and the Williamsburg Bridge.
Good to know
- Saturdays are split into an early and a late session, so pick one when booking.
- A non-alcoholic option of HB Traunstein is available.
- VIP tables seat ten and include a first liter each, handy for groups.
- The rooftop biergarten is a lower-cost ticket with its own bar and skyline views.
- Franklin Point sits on Franklin Street near the Greenpoint waterfront; the G train and NYC Ferry both serve the area.
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Common questions
Where is Zum Schneider's 2026 Oktoberfest?
At Franklin Point, 12 Franklin Street in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, on the East River waterfront.
Which beers are poured?
Festbiers from Weihenstephaner, Paulaner, HB Traunstein and Schneider Weisse, served in one-liter mugs.
How long does it run?
Two weekends, from September 25 through October 4, 2026.
