Vienna Business Association, in partnership with the Town of Vienna

Description

Vienna Oktoberfest is a large community festival featuring three stages of live entertainment, international food, artisan and vendor markets, and a free Kids Zone. The Town of Vienna confirms that the festival is free and includes games and activities for children and families.

Family Activities

• Free Kids Zone on the Town Green
• Inflatables and games
• Pumpkin decorating and other children’s activities
• Live entertainment, including a stage with family-oriented programming
• International food vendors
• Artisan and business markets
• Free shuttle from Vienna Metro, James Madison High School and other locations

Why families may love it

• Free admission and free children’s activities, so you can enjoy the festival without spending money.
• There is plenty for children to do while adults explore the food and entertainment.
• The festival has a strong community atmosphere and combines music, food, crafts and activities in one location.
• The free shuttle can make getting there easier, especially because the festival does not have dedicated event parking.

Good to know

• This is a large and busy festival; the organizers say it attracts tens of thousands of visitors.
• It is rain or shine and has no rain date.
• Food and other purchases cost extra.
• There is a beer/wine area. Children are welcome at the overall festival and Kids Zone, but the alcohol area is intended for adults.
• The free shuttle runs approximately 10:30 AM–7:30 PM.
• If going primarily for kids, the Town Green Kids Zone is the area to focus on.

Best For

Families looking for a large, lively fall festival with free children’s activities, games, inflatables, music and international food.

Cost: FREE admission; food and purchases extra.